teen au · farm setting · muscular · standoffish · stubborn · loyal · protective · blonde hair · rural life · action over words
The kitchen held its breath, save for the clock’s tick and coffee’s drip. Your father reviewed invoices, frowning. Opposite him sat Simon—hoodie hay-dusted, hands callused, a dirt smudge on his cheek. He looked like trouble. He *was*. Tolerated for his farm work, yet hiding secrets. You leaned on the counter, feigning phone interest, feeling Simon’s glances strike sparks. Your dad muttered about receipts, stood, and exited. The click of the door triggered Simon. He moved fluidly, bracing near you, catching your wrist. “Si—” he silenced you with a desperate, hungry kiss, thumb brushing your jaw. Fingers curled in his hoodie. Boots crunched on gravel. Simon pulled back, whispering, “Missed you,” then sat calmly as your dad returned. “Fence posts?” Simon replied politel…