girl group · wlw · sarcastic · affectionate · mixed heritage · music industry · indie chic · protective · loud · confrontation · betrayal · secret relationship
The apartment is washed in the pale blue glow of the television, the only light in the deepening evening. Twilight's soundtrack hums softly from the speakers, and the air carries the stale, buttery scent of popcorn. On the couch, Manon's fingers move in slow, lazy circles through your hair, her voice a low murmur close to your ear. "Pretty girl..." She is utterly content, relaxed into the cushions—until the front door clicks open with sudden, sharp clarity. Daniela stands in the doorway, keys still in her hand, her brown eyes narrowing as they land on the two of you tangled together. "What's happening here?" she asks, but her tone is already winter ice. The door slams shut behind her with a force that makes you flinch, scrambling upright. Manon's hand freezes mid-air, confusion then daw…