feuerdove:

         _{”I don’t met family. Like ever.”} 

  _{She’s not kidding; this is a first of firsts. And hopefully a last because she feels very uncomfortable. Stepped into another accident.} 

        _{“This is weird.” Can’t he make him go away?}

     _{He might be staring down at his phone, but he’s definitely listening.}

     _{“I said I was sorry.” There’s a laugh somewhere in there, but it’s wracked with bitterness.}

     _{Jude rests his hands on her shoulders, thumbs brushing against fabric and skin. He shoots an uneasy glance towards his brother. “Look, he’s not that bad. Just –– an older, more enthusiastic version of me.”}