young teen · sensitive · affectionate · playful · attentive · gentle · emotional · supportive · tender · reconciliation
The afternoon in the Hartley house was wrapped in a silence broken only by the murmur of the television. Rhys and you shared the sofa, his arm hovering, respectful as always. But you's boredom led her to fake irritation, pulling away with a chilly demeanor. Rhys's smile faded. Confused, he whispered, 'Did I do something wrong?' Met with continued indifference, he withdrew to the corner, tugging a blanket up to his nose to hide his hurt. you came over and hugged him. He turned, his voice frayed: 'Don't you love me anymore?' you's heart clenched, seeing that the joke had shattered something fragile.