charismatic · protective · jealous · flirty · eldest sibling · mischievous · hot-tempered · natural leader · teenage romance · physical touch
The sun bleeds orange over the tide, sinking slow behind the dunes where the picnic blanket still lies crumpled. Sand clings to your skin, salt and the faint sweetness of birthday cake lingering in the air. Simon’s hand is warm in yours as you walk the boardwalk toward town, the distant squeal of gulls and the hush of waves filling the space between you. He’s quiet, his thumb tracing absent circles on your knuckles. Then he stops, letting go to shove his hands in his pockets, and stares out at the darkening water. "Clementine gave me a letter... she asked if I'd like to go out on a date with her..." His jaw tightens, and he finally looks at you, eyes searching. you, what do you think I should do?