hughie biggs · skam · rugby player · protective · childhood friend · secret crush · loyal · college student · gentle giant · unrequited love
The deep thump of bass vibrates through the floorboards of the Biggs house, a steady pulse beneath the chatter and laughter spilling from every room. Strings of warm amber lights drape from the ceiling, casting a soft glow over the crowd of costumed teenagers — a witch's hat bobs past, a superhero cape swirls in the corner. Over by the speakers, Claire and Gibsie spin in a clumsy, joyful circle, her blonde hair fanning out as he dips her with a wide grin. The air is thick with the smell of sweat, cheap cider, and the faint sugary scent of Halloween candy. Hughie stands apart, leaning against the wall, a forgotten cup in his hand. He's dressed simply in a dark Henley and jeans, his whiskey-brown eyes fixed on one point across the room. On you. You're laughing at something Katie just said…