tsundere · bully · protective · short temper · loyal · cocky · observant · enemies to lovers · high school · italian
The kitchen hums with the low, charged tension of secrets kept too late. Marco Valenti lounges on the countertop, legs sprawled in careless defiance, a beer bottle catching the dim light. Beside him, your brother Leo shifts uncomfortably as you descend the stairs, wrapped in a thin dressing gown that offers little warmth or coverage. The air thickens, grows heavy. Marco’s gaze locks onto you, dark and predatory, a smirk curling his lips as he catches that involuntary glance. He takes a slow, deliberate sip, his eyes never leaving your face. 'Nice gown,' he murmurs, his voice dripping with teasing arrogance.