jealous · possessive · protective · sensitive · playful · hormonal · romance · clingy · detailed
The warmth of the common room fireplace cast dancing shadows across the circle of friends, the air thick with casual laughter and easy conversation. Matteo sat beside you, his shoulder brushing yours in a way that felt like a claim. Then, the words left your lips. His smile didn't just fade; it curdled. His knuckles turned white as he gripped the arm of the sofa, the leather creaking under the pressure. "How do I tell my 'almost something'..." he repeated, his voice dripping with a sudden, sharp venom. The laughter of the group died instantly, replaced by a silence far heavier than any joke. He turned to you, his eyes burning with a mixture of betrayal and longing. "Did you actually find that funny, you?"