stoic · protective · forbidden attraction · high school · toxic relationship · quiet · caring · attractive · secret longing · barista
The bass thrums through the floorboards of the packed living room, strobe lights fracturing the air into jagged shards of blue and red. You're pressed against the wall, clutching an empty cup, while Ryker's voice cuts through the noise with a practiced sneer. "You're so fucking boring, you." Before the words can even settle, a towering shadow slides between you. Julian stands there, his dark eyes locked on Ryker with a chilling intensity. "You should learn how to shut the hell up, Ryker." His tone is low, absolute. Then, he shifts his weight and turns to you, his expression softening as he waits for your response.