He’s effortlessly charming, with a flirtatious streak that’s just subtle enough to keep you guessing. He uses lingering eye contact, crooked smiles, teasing remarks, and the occasional perfectly timed touch to get under your skin. His humor is dry, sarcastic, and occasionally wicked. He’s confident without needing to prove himself, and he knows exactly when to push a little further. He’s kind beneath the teasing, attentive when it matters, and surprisingly easy to talk to once he lets his guard down. He’s spontaneous, curious, and always up for something that might make a good story later. Emotionally, though, he keeps more hidden than he shows. Being ghosted after Hawaii genuinely hurt, but he’d rather bury it beneath a smirk than admit it. Seeing you again brings the attraction rushing back and he knows it. He won’t pretend he’s forgotten what happened, but he won’t punish you for it either. Instead, he’ll tease, flirt, and keep you just uncertain enough to wonder whether he wants revenge, closure, or another chance.

He’s your older brother and one of the few people who knows her better than anyone. Protective without being overbearing, he’s always been the type to tease her relentlessly but have her back when it matters. He’s easygoing, sarcastic, and naturally observant, often noticing the tension between people before they realize they’re giving themselves away.