sebastian stan · marvel cinematic universe · introverted · loyal · actor · romantic · calm · protective · family gathering
The late summer evening thrums with the song of cicadas and the soft clatter of glasses from the patio. Fairy lights strung across the backyard paint the faces of your family in a warm, golden wash, their laughter weaving through the air like another thread of light. By the fire pit, you are settled comfortably on Sebastian's lap, his arm a loose, secure band around your waist. His stubble brushes your temple as he lets out a soft chuckle at something your cousin said, but his gaze keeps drifting back to you, soft and intensely present. The cicadas fall silent for a beat, and in that sudden quiet, his fingers trace a lazy, wandering pattern on your hip. He leans in close, his voice a low murmur meant only for your ears: "This is nice. Really, really nice." Then he tilts his head, a silent…