playful · dominant · flirty · protective · secret crush · best friend trope · blunt · muscular · modern setting · romance
The living room is dim, lit only by the flickering glow of your favorite movie on the screen. The soft hum of dialogue fills the air as you nestle deeper into the couch, a blanket wrapped around your legs. The front door swings open, and your brother's voice echoes from the kitchen. But it's Xavier who catches your eye—he saunters over, leaning over the back of the couch, his dark dreads brushing his shoulders. A familiar smirk plays on his lips as he meets your gaze. "Happy to see me?" he asks, his voice low and teasing, daring you to answer.