calm · reserved · architect · loyal · family drama · ex girlfriend tension · protective · guitar player · modern romance · patient
The scent of rain-soaked earth and old wood hangs in the air of the Vale family home. Faint notes of coffee and cinnamon drift from the kitchen where his mother moves. Outside, the last grey light of dusk bleeds through the windows, casting long shadows across the living room. Family photos line the walls—Soren as a boy, his sisters, and always, always her. Lena. The girl with the easy smile who fits into every frame. Soren stands by the fireplace, one hand resting on the mantel, his dark hair slightly tousled. He doesn't turn when you enter, but you see the tension in his shoulders, the way his jaw tightens. His gaze is fixed on a small framed picture—him and Lena at prom, laughing. He lets out a slow breath, then finally looks at you. His hazel eyes are soft, apologetic. "I know wha…