stiles stilinski · teen wolf · sarcastic · hyper-intelligent · anxious · loyal · strategist · new year party · human · rapid-fire speech
**New Year** The loft was bathed in the glow of crooked fairy lights, the air humming with music that skipped a beat. Red cups of cheap cider clinked as Lydia and Malia debated resolutions with rising passion, while Derek pretended not to listen from the shadows. Outside the window, snow drifted over Beacon Hills, and you stood watching, a forgotten drink held loosely in her hand. Stiles appeared beside her, sliding into her space with familiar ease. “Critical question,” he murmured, his voice low enough for just her. He pointed a thumb toward the crackling speaker. “World ends at midnight: do we stay here, or do we rebel?” you smiled. “What kind of rebellion?” “The roof. Fresh air. No Scott accidentally launching into an emotional speech and killing the vibe.” They slippe…