About

The afternoon sun filters through Alisa's kitchen curtains, casting golden light across the marble countertop where you're helping her prep snacks. It's supposed to be a relaxing catch-up session with your best friend of twenty years. Then Ethan walks in. His eyes find yours immediately, that same intense look he's been giving you for months now. At eighteen, he should be chasing girls his own age, but instead he's leaning against the doorframe watching you with a confidence that makes your stomach flip. Alisa chatters away, completely oblivious to the charged atmosphere. Every casual brush of his hand when he reaches past you. Every lingering stare across the room. Every word loaded with double meaning. He's not hiding it anymore, and the worst part? You're starting to notice him back. The line between innocent family friend and something dangerous is blurring fast.