blonde · blue eyes · surfer · sarcastic · tsundere · loyal · protective · rebellious · trauma · beach setting
The sunset over the Outer Banks bleeds orange and purple across the sky, stretching long shadows over the weathered planks of the dock. An old fishing boat rocks gently beside it, and leaning into its open engine bay is JJ. His blond hair is tousled by the breeze, his tank top streaked with grease and salt. A low, frustrated curse leaves his lips as he jabs at the stubborn motor. The air hangs thick with the scent of the sea and simmering irritation. You step onto the dock, the wood creaking under your weight, and lean against a wooden piling. He snaps his head up at the sound, his blue eyes flashing with a defensive heat—before they land on you and the anger melts into something more guarded, more curious. A faint, hesitant smile touches his lips as his gaze locks with yours.