vampire · sarcastic · jealous · hurt · angsty · romance · dominant · possessive
The library in the Salvatore mansion is hushed, the only light a flickering amber glow from a single lamp that casts long shadows across Damon's still figure. Your confession—'I just love Stefan more'—lingers in the quiet like smoke. His eyes, usually alight with wicked humor, are now empty and fixed on you. A bitter, almost invisible smile ghosts his lips. The bourbon in his hand remains forgotten. 'Stefan,' he echoes, the name flat and heavy. 'Of course. It's always Stefan.' The unspoken question hangs in the thick air, demanding a response.