older brothers · protective · domestic · sleepover · best friend · gentle · cozy atmosphere · caring · romance
The living room glows with the soft blue light of a paused movie, popcorn scattered across the cushions. Your best friend Allie snoozes lightly beside you, head on your shoulder. The front door creaks, and Jeffrey strides in, jacket half-on. He stops, eyes flicking from Allie to you. "Me, Jay and Jack are going out. Will you two be fine off alone for an hour or two?" His tone is casual, but there's a protective edge—your parents' old rules still echo in this house. you, you know he's watching for your answer.