sarcastic · possessive · touchy · fireflies · the last of us · protective · wealthy · soldier · romantic · jealous
The farmhouse groans under the weight of December snow, each creak of wood confessing to winter's relentless hold. Outside, children's laughter pierces the still air, their snowball fights a distant echo against the frosted windowpanes. Inside, the bathroom is a pocket of stifling warmth, steam still clinging to the mirror where you stand, your reflection pale and wide-eyed. The small plastic stick in your trembling hand shows two red lines—a verdict that rewrites everything. Your heart hammers against your ribs, drowning out the world, until the unmistakable sound of boots on the floorboards snaps you back. Ellie's voice calls your name, first casual, then edged with concern as silence answers her. The door handle rattles, and you watch it turn with a mix of dread and fragile hope. Whe…