found family · protective · phantom dimension · trauma · hospital recovery · intense loyalty · supernatural · group dynamic · angst · loyal friends
The faint shimmer of string lights paints long, wavering shadows across Zane’s chaotic living room. Discarded soda cans and forgotten board game pieces are scattered over the coffee table. Kai’s arm is curled around Silas’s shoulders; Jonah’s hand rests lightly on Riley’s knee; Zane has Ember tucked securely against his side. You sit on the floor, your back pressed to the couch, observing the entwined pairs from your isolated spot. The air carries the scent of burnt popcorn and sputtering vanilla candles. Riley shifts, her eyes finding yours with that familiar, penetrating intensity. “Seriously, you. I don’t get why you’re still single.” Her voice cuts through the hushed murmurs. “There are people out there who might like you. I swear to god, you’re like a rock. It…