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Nicholas Chavez x Reader
You hadnโt expected to see him again.
It was one of those evenings where the city hummed with the noise of too many conversations and the clinking of glasses. The gallery was crowded, the air thick with pretension and the faint smell of paint, but youโd come because your friend needed support for her exhibit. You hadnโt expected him to walk through the door, but there he was. Nicholas Chavez, in all his maddening glory, wearing that lopsided smirk that you hated so much.
Or maybe you hated how it still made your heart race.
โHey, stranger,โ he said, his voice low and casual as he approached you. Too casual, considering how youโd left things.
You glanced up from your drink, letting your gaze rest on him for only a second before looking away. โNicholas,โ you said flatly. No smile, no warmth.
The last time youโd seen him had been months ago. That so-called โadventure,โ as he had so flippantly called it later. For you, it had been chaosโintense, thrilling, and ultimately devastating. Youโd fallen for his charm, his wit, the way he seemed to turn every moment into a movie scene. He had swept you up into a whirlwind of late nights and stolen glances, leaving you breathless and raw.
And then heโd left.
No explanation, no warningโjust gone. A cryptic text weeks later had offered little closure: It was fun while it lasted, huh?
Youโd hated him ever since.
โWhat are you doing here?โ you asked, keeping your tone sharp.
โSupporting the arts,โ he said, feigning innocence. He picked up a wine glass from a passing tray and leaned against the wall, as if the room existed solely for his benefit. โAnd maybe hoping to run into someone.โ
You scoffed, shaking your head. โYouโre unbelievable.โ
He chuckled softly, the sound like a dagger to your chest. โCome on, donโt be like that. You canโt tell me you didnโt miss me. Even a little?โ
You wanted to tell him exactly how much you hadnโt missed him. How his absence had been like a relief, a weight lifted. But the words stuck in your throat because, if you were honest, there had been momentsโlate at night, when the city was quiet and your thoughts ran wildโwhen youโd wondered if heโd think of you. If heโd regret leaving.
And now, here he was, with that infuriating smile and those dark eyes that saw through you too easily.
โI didnโt,โ you lied.
He tilted his head, studying you. โLiar.โ
You stepped closer, your voice low and cutting. โDo you know how much I hate you, Nicholas?โ
He didnโt flinch, didnโt look away. Instead, he leaned in, so close you could smell the faint trace of his cologne. โIf thatโs true,โ he murmured, โthen why are you still standing here?โ
Your breath caught, your heart betraying you with its rapid beat. You wanted to slap him, to walk away and never look back. But part of you stayed rooted, drawn to him in ways you couldnโt explain or justify.
โI donโt owe you anything,โ you said finally, stepping back. โNot my time, not my attention, not even my anger.โ
He looked at you for a long moment, something unreadable flickering across his face. Then he nodded, the smirk fading. โFair enough.โ
And just like that, he turned and walked away, leaving you standing there, your chest tight and your mind reeling.
You hated him.
You hated that part of you still didnโt want him to leave.
Well, my boyfriend's in a band
Kyle Scheible x Reader
You sit on the edge of Kyle's bed, watching him tune his guitar. The soft, melodic hums fill the air, a rhythm thatโs almost like a heartbeat. His room is cozy, dimly lit with a string of fairy lights that hang lazily around the walls, casting a warm glow. You canโt help but smile, knowing this moment is one youโll want to keep with you forever.
He looks up, catching your gaze with a grin that makes your heart skip. โReady to sing?โ he asks, his voice warm and playful.
You nod, but your hands feel a little shaky. It's been like this every time, the anticipation and excitement mixing together. Itโs not just about the musicโit's about the connection you share, the way the world fades when youโre together, creating something only the two of you understand.
โOkay, here we go,โ Kyle says, strumming a few chords. The melody is familiar, and you can already feel the words tugging at your chest.
He starts to sing, his voice smooth and confident, and it sends a shiver down your spine. You wait for your cue, the moment to join him. And then, when it comes, you begin to sing too. Your voices blend effortlessly, harmonizing as if you've been doing this for years, even though itโs only been a few months since you first picked up a microphone together.
His eyes never leave you as you sing. It's like heโs looking into your soul, finding every note, every word, and making it his own. The connection between you both is undeniable, stronger than any music, stronger than any stage. It's just the two of you, lost in the melody, lost in each other.
As the song reaches its climax, Kyle steps closer, his guitar resting against him as he takes your hand. The music fades into the background, and it's just his presence that fills the space, the way his fingers brush against yours, the way his eyes meet yours with an intensity that makes you forget everything else.
When the song ends, the room is filled with silence, but itโs comfortable, easy. Kyleโs thumb gently traces the back of your hand, his lips curving into a soft smile.
โThat was perfect,โ he murmurs, his voice low, as if itโs just for you.
You lean in, resting your forehead against his, feeling the warmth of his breath. "You're perfect."
And in that moment, with him in his room, his guitar by his side, and the world outside forgotten, you know you wouldnโt trade this feeling for anything.
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Anakin Skywalker x Reader
You stand in front of Anakin, your arms crossed tightly over your chest, your gaze burning through him with the weight of your anger. His reckless behaviorโalways pushing himself into danger, always taking risks as though his life means nothingโhas been wearing on you for far too long. The way he smiled after every close call, as if his return was guaranteed. You canโt understand it, not when you love him so deeply, not when you canโt imagine a life without him.
"Anakin," you snap, your voice sharper than you intend, but it doesnโt matter. He needs to understand. "You think youโre invincible? That you can just waltz into danger every time, and Iโll stand here, waiting for you to come back like nothing happened?"
He looks at you, and you can feel it immediatelyโthe shift in his eyes. Thereโs something about the way his gaze settles on you, not the anger, not the resistance, but the way he takes in your form as though heโs seeing you for the first time. For a moment, you falter, the words on your tongue hanging there, lost in the intensity of his stare.
You try to remain firm, to keep up your scolding, but his presence is like a force pulling you closer, a magnet that draws you in against your will. His eyesโthe same intense blue that always makes your heart skip a beatโtrace your every feature, lingering on your face, your lips, your eyes.
"You lookโฆ beautiful," he murmurs, his voice low, almost as if he's surprised by it. You feel a blush creep up your neck, though you try to fight it. The weight of his admiration is overwhelming, but itโs not enough to make you forget the anger that still lingers in your chest.
You shake your head, trying to regain control. "This isnโt about how I look, Anakin. This is about you putting yourself in danger, again. Do you not care what it does to me when you do that?"
He takes a step closer, his expression softening despite the intensity still in his eyes. You want to stay angry, to keep holding on to your frustration, but the way he looks at you, the tenderness in his gaze, makes it so much harder.
"I care," he says quietly, his voice full of sincerity. "More than anything." He reaches out to touch your face, and you donโt pull away. His hand is warm against your skin, and you feel the familiar surge of love for him, battling with the fear youโve held inside.
"But I also know," he continues, his voice becoming more serious, "that I canโt live in fear. I have to do what I must do. And I donโt want you to fear losing me, not when I can feel how much you love me." He steps back slightly, giving you space, but his eyes never leave yours.
You stare at him, torn between wanting to shout, to demand he stop, and wanting to reach out to him and feel his embrace. His smile, soft and understanding, catches you off guard. Itโs the look of a man who knows heโs wrong, but who also knows that, for all his faults, youโll always be there for him.
"Promise me," you whisper, the words almost lost in the air. "Promise me youโll stop putting yourself at risk like that."
Anakinโs gaze softens even more, the conflict in his eyes giving way to the deep love he carries for you. He leans in closer, his forehead resting against yours, and you close your eyes, breathing in the warmth of his presence. "I promise, love" he murmurs, the words sincere, yet you can feel the weight of everything he canโt say, of the duty that still calls to him, even as his heart is tethered to yours.
You let go of the anger, feeling only the peace that comes from being with him.
Peter Parker x Reader
You lean against the rooftop, the city lights shimmering below like a thousand stars caught in the web of concrete. The wind ruffles your hair, but you're not bothered by it. Not when you're so focused on the one person whoโs been messing with your mind latelyโSpider-Man.
He's perched on the edge of the building, eyes scanning the streets below, looking for trouble. But the moment you step into his line of sight, everything shifts. He straightens up, his posture alert, but there's a flicker in his eyes, a challenge, maybe even a glint of something else. He knows who you are, and you know him. You've crossed paths more times than you'd care to admitโfighting, teasing, bickering.
And yet, there's always that tension. You can feel it in the air, like the charged buzz before a thunderstorm.
โSo, what are we doing tonight, Webhead?โ you call out, deliberately leaning closer as you speak, making sure he notices the sway of your voice. You see the way his jaw tightens, how his body stiffens, and it's almost enough to make you smirk. Almost.
โYou know,โ he says, voice low and steady, but you can catch the edge of something more, โIโm getting kind of tired of you showing up just to cause chaos.โ He flips himself into a crouch, ready for anything.
โCause chaos?โ You raise an eyebrow, your lips curling into a playful smile. โIโm just here to have a little fun. You should try it sometime.โ Your eyes meet his, and there's an almost teasing energy in your stare, the same electric current that always seems to pass between you two.
His eyes narrow. โAre you flirting with me or starting a fight?โ
You let out a soft laugh, a laugh that dances between confidence and something far more dangerous. โWhy not both?โ You take a step closer, watching the way his breath catches. You know heโs trying to keep his cool, but the way his gaze flickers down to your lips gives him away. Youโve seen that look before. Heโs not entirely immune.
Thereโs a beat of silence between you, the kind that teases at something deeper. Something almostโฆ dangerous. You both know you're enemies. You've fought on opposite sides countless times. But thereโs something about this game you play. It's like a constant tug-of-war between attraction and animosity.
Spider-Man lunges toward you with a speed you barely manage to sidestep. The playful tension slips into something more intense, more urgent. He spins around, keeping his distance, but you can feel his presence pressing in on you.
โDonโt pretend like you didnโt want that,โ you tease, taking a slow step forward, daring him to make the next move.
His lips twitch, like heโs about to say somethingโmaybe even flirt backโbut then he stops himself. Itโs almost as if heโs wrestling with his own reaction, weighing the consequences of letting this thing between you two slip into something more. Somethingโฆ personal.
But then, in a flash of motion, heโs gone. No fight. No words. Just the whisper of his webbing as it disappears into the night.
You stand there for a moment, watching the empty space where he used to be. A soft laugh escapes your lips.
This isnโt over. You both know it.
And deep down, you both know it never will be.
Religion's in your lips
Leon S Kennedy x Reader
Under the dim light of the bedroom, you lie next to Leon, your fingers tracing the outline of his hand. The weight of the world seems miles away, the only thing that matters is the warmth between you two, the quiet rhythm of your breathing syncing together in perfect harmony. It feels like youโre the only two left in this universe, like nothing else can touch you in this moment.
His presence has a kind of serenity to it. Thereโs something in the way he holds you, as if he's been waiting for this quiet, intimate escape his entire life. You turn your head to find him already watching you with those soft, steady eyes, as though every unspoken word between you both is enough.
You lift a hand to his chest, feeling the steady beat of his heart beneath your fingertips. Itโs there, and itโs real. This moment, these little exchanges that mean more than anything else. His lips, warm and gentle against your skin, send a spark down your spine. They carry the weight of something deep, something sacred.
The way he touches you, as if every part of you is a prayer, is a silent reverence. Your bodies speak a language that needs no words, the connection between you both unspoken, but understood in every caress, every glance, every shared breath.
The night stretches on, enveloping you both in its quiet embrace. Thereโs no rush, no need for anything but the closeness that fills the space between you, wrapped in the softness of his touch and the tenderness in his gaze. The world outside doesnโt exist. Only this sacred moment does.
And when he presses his lips against yours again, you understand that this is what it means to be lovedโno words needed, just the devotion and quiet worship in the press of his lips, the way he holds you. His love feels like something sacred, like the calm that follows a storm. Like a prayer.
You find solace in him, in the simple touch of his hands and the silent promises they carry. The night is yours, and for once, the world can wait.
are you still writing for harris dickinson? if yes could i request you do angst to fluff where reader is upset with him for something just to be petty and he reassures her?
Harris Dickinson x Reader
You sit on the edge of the hotel bed, arms crossed, mood simmering with the kind of quiet drama only you can conjure. The room smells like sea air and his cologne โ all warm citrus and something woodsy that annoyingly makes your heart soften, even now. Harris stands by the window, completely unaware heโs made you madโฆ or maybe he knows. That makes it worse.
โYou didnโt even notice,โ you mutter, eyes fixed on the hotel notepad, where youโve doodled angry little stars.
He turns slowly, one brow lifting. โDidnโt notice what?โ
You donโt answer. You shouldnโt have to. It was your new dress. The one you picked just because you thought heโd look at you like he did that night in Venice โ the whole world narrowing to just you in a crowded piazza. Tonight, you got a distracted peck on the cheek and a comment about the weather.
โYouโre being quiet,โ he says, walking toward you, hands sliding into the pockets of his linen trousers. He looks annoyingly good. Summer suits him. โToo quiet. You mad at me?โ
You shrug.
He crouches in front of you, resting his forearms on your knees, forcing your gaze to meet his. His eyes are soft. The kind that always make your stomach flip, no matter how much you want to hold your ground.
โI know that face,โ he says, voice low and teasing. โThatโs the โyou messed up, and Iโm gonna make you work for itโ face.โ
You look away, lips threatening a smile you refuse to let free. โItโs nothing. Donโt worry about it.โ
โOh, now I have to worry,โ he laughs gently, fingers tapping along your thigh. โCโmon, love. Tell me what I missed. I hate not knowing.โ
You roll your eyes. โItโs stupid.โ
โProbably,โ he agrees, grinning, which earns him a light swat to the shoulder. โBut I still want to know. You matter to me โ even the silly stuff.โ
You hesitate, then sigh. โYou didnโt say anything about the dress.โ
His expression changes โ shifts from amused to sincere, instantly. โWhat?โ His fingers tighten just a little. โYou think I didnโt notice?โ
You nod, cheeks hot now that the words are out.
โBabe,โ he murmurs, standing up slowly, crowding your space just enough to make your breath catch. โYou walked into that restaurant tonight and wrecked me. Iโve just been trying to act normal because I didnโt want to start something I couldnโt finish in public.โ
You blink, thrown off by the heat in his voice. โThatโsโฆ dramatic.โ
โIโm an actor,โ he smirks, leaning down to kiss your cheek. โBut Iโm also just a man trying not to fall to his knees every time you look at me like that.โ
He presses his forehead to yours, voice barely above a whisper. โYou looked unreal, baby. You always do.โ
You finally smile โ just a little. He sees it and kisses it, soft and slow. And just like that, your petty storm dissolves in the warmth of him.
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Carlos Sainz x Reader
You never meant to be there. Not in the pit lane, not in the team garage, and definitely not pressed up against the fence watching sparks fly from the rear of an F1 car. You came to the race weekend because your friend had an extra ticket and you figured it was better than your usual Saturday โ a quiet apartment, a half-finished book, maybe a cup of tea you forget to drink until it's cold.
Youโre not the type for noise. Not the type for fast things, or crowds, or the adrenaline that seems to fuel people like him. Carlos Sainz. You only knew his name because your friend said it with a dreamy sigh on the flight. Youโd nodded politely and Googled him in the hotel room just to keep up the conversation.
And yet, somehow, he notices you.
Itโs a ridiculous story, the kind youโd never believe if someone else told it. Youโre just standing there, watching the team pack up, when he walks over. You try not to stare. Heโs still in his race suit, hair a little wild from the helmet, sweat at his temples. He smiles like youโre not just another face in the blur of fans and engineers.
โYou donโt look like you belong here,โ he says with an easy charm.
You look down at yourself, at your sensible shoes and your hands nervously twisting the strap of your bag. โI donโt,โ you reply, more honestly than you mean to.
He laughs. โThen we have something in common. Iโm not supposed to like quiet people. They say I talk too much.โ
You expect him to move on, to laugh again and disappear into the crowd. But he doesnโt. He stays. He asks your name, and when you give it, he repeats it slowly, like he's making sure he gets it right. Like it matters.
It starts there โ a few minutes, a joke, the strange magnetism of someone who belongs to a world you never considered stepping into. You meet again the next day. Then again. And then itโs coffee, and walking through cities youโve never seen, and him letting you talk at your own pace, which is slow and careful, like the words might fall apart if you move too fast.
Heโs patient. Heโs bright in a way you arenโt used to. He makes jokes you donโt always understand, but he notices the way your eyes light up when he mentions something you do. He starts learning your rhythms. He teases, gently. Encourages, softly. You find yourself saying โyesโ to things you usually decline. A boat ride. A dinner with too many people.
He pulls you out of yourself โ not in a way that erases you, but in a way that stretches your boundaries without snapping them. He makes the world feel a little less sharp, a little less terrifying.
But something strange happens. He stops feeling like the push out of your comfort zone. He starts feeling like home.
His voice on the phone when heโs halfway around the world. The way he throws you a grin from the driverโs seat. The softness in his eyes when he knows you're about to withdraw, and the patience he shows when you do.
You used to think comfort meant hiding. Quiet. Predictability.
Now you know it can also mean someone who makes the noise bearable.
Someone who doesn't ask you to be loud, just to be you.
Leon S Kennedy x Reader
The room is bathed in the soft glow of a bedside lamp. You and Leon lie side by side on the bed, the chaos of the world outside feeling a million miles away. His presence is warm, grounding, and undeniably comforting, his familiar scent mingling with the crisp cotton sheets. Married life with him, though filled with moments of danger and unpredictability, has also been punctuated by a quiet intimacy that feels wholly yours.
You shift slightly, turning onto your side to face him. Leon mirrors you, propping his head up with his hand, his ice-blue eyes crinkling in the corners as he gazes at you with a softness that makes your heart flutter, even after all these years.
โWhat are you looking at?โ you tease, though thereโs no edge to your voice.
He chuckles lowly, a sound that resonates deep in his chest. โYou. Just you.โ
His free hand reaches out, brushing a stray strand of hair from your face. His fingers linger, trailing lightly down your cheek, the curve of your jaw, before coming to rest at the base of your neck. The touch is tender, reverent, like heโs memorizing you all over again.
You reach for his hand, lacing your fingers with his for a moment before turning it over to inspect his palm. Itโs calloused and strong, a testament to everything heโs been through. You trace the faint scar along the side of his thumb, your fingertips light against his skin.
โWhereโd this one come from?โ you ask softly.
Leon glances down at the mark, a small smile tugging at his lips. โRaccoon City,โ he answers simply, though his tone carries a world of unspoken memories. โItโs nothing compared to some of the others.โ
โLet me see,โ you say, gently pulling his arm closer. You start inspecting his forearm, finding a small, faint mole near the crook of his elbow. โI didnโt know you had this.โ
Leon chuckles again, his eyes following your fingers as they glide over his skin. โIโm full of surprises, huh?โ
โApparently.โ You smile, leaning forward to press a kiss just above the spot. โMy turn?โ
He hums in agreement, rolling onto his back and pulling you closer. โWhere should I start?โ His hands find their way to your arms, his touch feather-light as he begins his own exploration.
The moment is filled with quiet laughter as he spots a small birthmark on your shoulder. โHow long have you been hiding this from me?โ he teases, his thumb brushing over it.
โNot hiding,โ you reply with a grin. โYou just never asked.โ
Leon shakes his head, his smile widening. โIโm going to find every single one.โ
His fingers move with a sense of wonder, like heโs unraveling a mystery, trailing along your arm, your collarbone, and down to your wrist. You mirror his actions, your fingertips tracing his shoulders, the dip of his clavicle, and the faint lines of old wounds.
Itโs not just the physical closeness but the unspoken trust between you. Each scar, each mark, tells a story, and sharing them in this way feels like the most profound form of vulnerability.
The two of you fall into a peaceful silence, your fingers continuing their gentle exploration. Time seems to blur, and the world outside ceases to matter. All that exists is the warmth of his touch, the sound of his steady breathing, and the unshakable bond between you.
๐๐ก ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐! ๐ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฏ๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ.
Dave Lizewski x Reader
Youโve known Dave Lizewski since you were kids, your childhood filled with random conversations, shared secrets, and playground adventures. He was always the awkward, goofy guy with a heart of gold, never really standing out but always managing to make you laugh. The two of you went your separate ways as you got older, but somehow, you always ended up in the same classes, walking the same halls. It was almost like fate had a funny way of pulling you back together.
Now, here you are, teenagers, both of you in the same high school, sitting next to each other in History class. And yet, nothing feels the same. Dave has changed. Youโve noticed it beforeโthe way heโs grown into his body, how heโs stopped wearing those ridiculous superhero T-shirts that used to make you laugh, but still, youโve always seen him the same way. Youโve always known him as Dave, the boy who couldnโt seem to look at you without turning red.
But lately, somethingโs different. Youโve started catching him looking at youโreally looking at you. Not just glancing over your shoulder or sneaking a glance when he thinks you're not paying attention, but staring at you, his expression softer, almost like heโs seeing you for the first time. It makes your heart skip a beat every time, and youโre sure heโs noticed.
Today, during lunch, youโre sitting in the cafeteria, your tray in front of you, half-eaten. Youโre talking to your friends, but your eyes keep straying to the table where Dave is sitting with his usual group. You can feel his eyes on you again, a familiar warmth creeping up your neck, making you look over to find him already glancing in your direction. His face is flushed, as if heโs embarrassed to have been caught, but thereโs a flicker of something deeper in his eyes. You almost donโt want to look away because you feel it, tooโthe pull.
You decide to take the plunge and stand up, walking over to his table, your heart racing in your chest. His friends all wave and greet you, but you canโt focus on them. Dave is sitting there, his hand resting awkwardly on his tray, as though he doesnโt quite know what to do with it. You meet his eyes, and for a moment, neither of you speak.
โHey, Dave,โ you say, breaking the silence with a smile. His gaze softens immediately, and he sits up straighter, like heโs been waiting for you to come over for ages.
โHey, you...โ he replies, his voice just a little shaky. Thereโs a small pause before he adds, โYou lookโฆ really nice today.โ
You canโt help but smile at the sincerity in his words, the way he blushes immediately afterward. Itโs the same old Dave, the one whoโs always been awkward, but now thereโs something new between you. Something unspoken. You shift on your feet, unsure of what to say next, and then you hear him mutter, almost to himself, โIโฆ Iโve liked you for a long time.โ
Your heart skips a beat.
โReally?โ You canโt help but let the words slip out, your voice barely above a whisper.
He nods, his eyes meeting yours again. โYeah, since we were little. But I was always too afraid to say anything.โ
A soft laugh escapes you, not mocking, but warm and knowing. โWhy didnโt you?โ
โBecause you were always so out of my league,โ he admits, a sheepish grin tugging at the corner of his lips. โI figured youโd never look at me the same way.โ
You canโt stop the smile that spreads across your face. โYouโre an idiot,โ you tell him gently, feeling a rush of affection toward him. โYouโve always been my friend, Dave. I thinkโฆ I think Iโve always liked you, too.โ
His eyes widen, the surprise written clearly on his face. Itโs like the world has just tilted on its axis for him. His hand twitches, like he wants to reach out to you but doesnโt know how to.
โWell, I guess Iโm just an idiot who got lucky then,โ he says with a grin, that familiar warmth returning to his cheeks.
โYeah,โ you say softly, your heart racing. โI guess so.โ
You sit down next to him, the world seeming to melt away as you both fall into easy conversation, like no time has passed. But now, thereโs something new between you, something you canโt ignore. The spark that was always there is finally being acknowledged, and you both know itโs only the beginning of something much bigger.
And as the lunch bell rings, signaling the end of another school day, you find yourself feeling lighter, your heart warmer than itโs ever been. This, whatever this is between you and Dave, feels like itโs meant to be.
Regulus Black x Reader
part one
The next few weeks blur together in a haze of unexpected encounters and stolen glances. You try to avoid him, you really do. You bury yourself in your studies, keep your distance in the hallways, and tell yourself that your feelings are just a passing phase. After all, what could ever come of a connection with someone like Regulus Black?
But despite your best efforts, he seems to be everywhere. In the library, glancing at you over the top of his book, as if the act is so casual yet deliberate. In the corridors, catching your eye when you least expect it. At dinner, sitting two tables away, his gaze always finding yours in the sea of students, as if there's an unspoken thread between you that neither of you can sever.
Itโs after one particularly grueling day when you find yourself alone in the common room, nursing a headache. Your fingers fumble with your textbook as you struggle to focus. You barely notice when the door creaks open, until his voice breaks through the silence.
โYou look like you could use some help.โ
You donโt need to look up to know who it is. The cool, confident tone, the faint edge of something deeper beneath it, belongs to no one else but him.
You keep your eyes fixed on your notes, hoping the annoyance will returnโanything to push away the strange fluttering in your chest. โIโm fine.โ
โIโm not here to help with your homework,โ he says, his voice softer now. โIโm here to get you to stop looking like you want to pull your hair out.โ
You finally glance up, meeting his eyes. His face is less guarded, his expression unreadable, but thereโs something thereโsomething almost vulnerable. He steps closer, his footsteps quiet on the stone floor, until heโs sitting beside you, his presence an undeniable weight.
โWhy?โ you ask before you can stop yourself. The word hangs between you, heavy with meaning. Why does he care? Why is he still here, when every instinct tells you he should be long gone?
Regulus leans back against the arm of the couch, studying you for a long moment. His gaze softens, the usual cool mask slipping just slightly.
โI donโt know,โ he admits, his voice barely above a whisper. โBut maybe thatโs whatโs so bloody frustrating.โ
The words cut through the tension, leaving you breathless. He doesnโt look like heโs jokingโheโs serious. And you wonder, just for a moment, if heโs as caught up in this strange, unspoken pull between you as you are.
You want to say somethingโanythingโto break the tension, but your mind goes blank. All the words youโve prepared fall away, leaving nothing but the beat of your heart echoing between you.
โI should go,โ he says suddenly, standing up before you have a chance to respond. His back is to you, but you can feel the distance between you growing.
Before he disappears out the door, you manage to find your voice. โRegulus, wait.โ
He freezes, his back stiffening, but he doesnโt turn around. You donโt know why youโre doing this, but the words spill out anyway.
โAre you always this complicated, or is this justโฆ us?โ
For a long moment, you think he wonโt answer, but then his shoulders drop slightly, and when he speaks again, thereโs a softness to his voice that surprises you.
โI think weโre both a little complicated, donโt you?โ
And with that, he walks out, leaving you with more questions than answers.
Youโre not sure how much longer you can keep pretending that this isnโt more than just a passing curiosity, but you know one thing for certain: things between you and Regulus Black are no longer simple. And despite everything inside you telling you to back off, part of you canโt help but want to see where this tangled mess of emotions leads.
Carlos Sainz x Reader
You glance at Carlos from across the kitchen counter, a mischievous glint in your eyes. The two of you had decided to make pasta from scratchโsomething new, something funโbut so far, all youโve managed to do is make a mess.
Carlos stands with his sleeves rolled up, his strong forearms dusted with flour. โAre you sure weโre doing this right?โ he asks, tilting his head as he kneads the dough. His fingers press into it with practiced confidence, but you canโt help but focus on the way his lips curl into a playful smirk.
โNot at all,โ you admit, laughing as you try to roll out your own dough. It sticks stubbornly to your hands, refusing to cooperate.
Carlos chuckles, stepping closer. โLet me help.โ He moves behind you, guiding your hands with his own. His chest brushes against your back, warm and solid, and you can feel his breath against your neck. Itโs almost unfair how easily he distracts you.
โIs this your plan all along?โ you tease, tilting your head to meet his gaze. โTo flirt your way out of actually making pasta?โ
He grins, his fingers lacing over yours as he helps smooth out the dough. โMaybe,โ he murmurs, his voice low and playful. โBut I think itโs working.โ
You try to roll your eyes, but itโs impossible when heโs looking at you like thatโhis brown eyes full of warmth, his lips just a breath away. Your heart stumbles over itself when he leans in, brushing his nose against your cheek.
โYouโre still making a mess,โ he murmurs against your skin.
You laugh, turning in his arms, pressing a bit of flour to the tip of his nose. He gasps in mock offense, but before he can retaliate, you catch his lips in a kissโsoft, slow, and utterly sweet.
For a moment, the pasta is forgotten, the flour-covered counter a distant concern. Itโs just you and Carlos, the taste of laughter and love between you.