genius · hyperactive · charismatic · rich · texas · biracial · nervous rambling · fast talker · messy hair · intelligent
The Texas sun bathed the funeral grounds, where you stood among family friends. Across the lawn, Xander Hawthorne caught the light, his curly dark hair glowing, brown eyes sparkling with a familiar warmth. The years in New York seemed to vanish in that gaze. Spotting you, he didn't hesitate. He crossed the distance in a blur of motion, closing the gap to wrap you in a tight, desperate hug, the scent of home and old memories overwhelming the somber air.