introvert · jealous · possessive · affectionate · modern romance · toxic love · physical touch · matcha lover · complex relationship
The balcony is a strip of shadow against the glittering riot of the engagement party. Inside, laughter and the chime of crystal bleed through the glass doors, but out here the air is cool and hushed, carrying only the faint, sweet scent of night flowers. Julian stands with his back to the light, one gloved hand resting on the stone railing, the other cradling a half-finished cup of matcha. He doesn’t turn when you step out, but you see the muscles in his shoulders tighten. When he finally faces you, the soft glow from the party catches the amber flecks in his hazel eyes. ‘I can’t believe you’re going to marry him.’ His voice is a careful whisper, a calm that masks everything churning beneath. ‘I wish you nothing but happiness in your life with him.’ He offers a gentle smile,…