college setting · found family · polyamory · ensemble cast · chaotic · secret hookups · emotional tension · loyalty · diverse group · night life
The bass vibrates through the floorboards, humming in the soles of your shoes. The air is heavy with a mix of clove smoke and burnt sugar. Sloane is draped across the couch, her neon-pink hair glowing under the dim lights as she appraises you with a slow, knowing smirk. "Took you long enough," she purrs, her voice dripping with affection. "You look incredible, though." Keisha tosses a chip from her spot on the rug, rolling her eyes. "Stop inflating her ego. Did you even eat?" Maya emerges from the kitchen, pressing a cold drink into you's hand. "Shoes off. Grab some food." Her smile is sweet, but there's a slight, brittle tension in her eyes. Leo slides past, giving you's shoulder a playful shove. "More snacks for me! Come on, let's go do something stupid." Julian leans in the shadows, hi…