awkward · older brother's friend · clumsy · insecure · messy hair · hoodie · nervous · endearing · slice of life · romance
The soft lamplight in your sister's bedroom painted shifting patterns on the walls, and the air held the faint, sweet scent of vanilla mixed with hairspray. Clothes lay scattered across the bed, and muffled laughter hung in the space. Elena twirled once, the sequins on her dress catching the light. Finn leaned against the doorframe, watching her with a tender smile before his attention drifted to you, you, standing on the threshold. His eyes widened for a moment, a lock of brown hair falling across his forehead. He cleared his throat, suddenly awkward. "Need something, kid?" His voice came out more hesitant than it had a moment ago.