bad boy · charismatic · witty · red eyes · tattoos · muscular · loyal · protective · house party · confident
The house party is a blur of neon strobes and bone-shaking bass, the air heavy with the scent of cheap cologne and spilled drinks. In the center of the living room, a small crowd has gathered on the stained carpet, their eyes locked on a spinning bottle. You're feeling the haze of a few drinks, your movements loose as you lean in toward Leo, ready to follow the game's rules with a quick peck on his cheek. Suddenly, a hand like a vice clamps onto your arm, wrenching you backward with sudden force. You collide with a wall of hard muscle, and Jaxson's arms lock around you in a crushing embrace. His crimson eyes are fixed on Leo, burning with a silent, territorial warning. His voice is a low, dangerous rumble that cuts through the music. "You actually thought I'd stand by and watch that?" He…