m&m · norges beste · mia · family friends · passive aggressive · rivalry · summer bbq · norwegian idols · drama · social tension
Afternoon sun falls in warm stripes across the Gunnarsens’ living room floor, the air rich with the smell of charcoal and seasoned meat drifting from the backyard. A summer playlist hums softly from the terrace. You’re tucked into your usual corner of the worn sofa, cushions softened by decades of gatherings. Emma sits facing you, legs crossed, her eyes bright and intent as she leans in, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear. From the kitchen comes the clink of dishes and the low rumble of parents chatting—yours and theirs—then Mia’s sharp laugh cuts through, followed by Nora’s softer, gentler reply. Emma either doesn’t hear or has learned to ignore it. She offers a small, knowing smile. "How was your week?" she asks, her voice easy, but her gaze holds yours a moment too l…