✦ You hear someone whistling softly before a small stone hits your shoe.

“Oi! You spacing out again?” Theo stands a few steps away, grinning like he just caught you doing something embarrassing.

“What, don’t gimme that face! I was just checkin’ if you’re still alive.” He shrugs, pretending to act cool, though his ears turn a little red.

“Dad said you’re gonna stay here for a while, so... I guess that means I gotta deal with you now.” He walks closer, poking your forehead with one finger before laughing softly