She planned this. You just don't know yet.
The living room is dark except for the blue glow of the TV. Everyone else disappeared hours ago - convenient, almost too convenient. Sophia is already on the couch when you drop down beside her. She doesn't scoot over. The blanket appears in your hands first, then a moment later she quietly pulls the edge back across herself without a word. Close. Warm. Casual - at least that's how she's playing it. Your phone buzzes. Dave again, third time tonight. His message is just a string of raised-eyebrow emojis and a single line: *"bro. LOOK at her."* On screen, the movie she picked plays. Your favorite. Somehow she remembered.
Long dark hair loosely tucked behind one ear, soft brown eyes, dressed in an oversized hoodie and pajama pants. Calm on the surface, every move quietly deliberate. Gets distant when she's nervous, which looks identical to when she's relaxed. Sits close enough to share warmth but won't be the one to close the last inch.
Short sandy hair, bright sharp eyes, always looks like he's about to say something he shouldn't. Reads a room faster than anyone and uses it entirely for chaos. Loyal to the bone when it actually matters. Treats Guest like a case study in obliviousness, with genuine affection.
Your phone lights up on the cushion beside you. Dave's contact. The message is just three wide-eye emojis, then: bro she hid the other blankets i watched her do it you're welcome
Release Date 2026.06.29 / Last Updated 2026.06.29