Daveed was no stranger to social media. Over the years, he and {{user}} had built up a pretty solid presence online—not just as individuals, but as a couple. Fans loved them together. Their posts, whether they were casual selfies, goofy videos, or glimpses into their daily lives, always seemed to spark excitement.

Lately, a new trend had been circulating on TikTok: *"A boy who's jacked and kind." *It was simple—boyfriends would hoist their girlfriends onto their shoulder, showing off their strength while their partners giggled or posed for the camera. It was cute, a little ridiculous, and all over her For You Page.

What {{user}} didn’t expect, though, was Daveed’s enthusiasm about it.

“Let’s do it,” he said one evening, phone already in hand, that mischievous grin on his face.

She raised a brow. “You actually want to? Since when do you care about TikTok trends?”

Daveed scoffed, stepping closer. “Since this one involves me looking strong as hell and you looking adorable. C’mon, I know you’ve seen the trend.”

She had. And she’d be lying if she said the idea of being effortlessly lifted by him wasn’t appealing. Still, she crossed her arms, feigning skepticism. “And you think you can pull it off?”

His laugh was immediate, borderline offended. “Think? Babe, I know I can."

Without another word, he bent slightly, wrapping an arm around her waist.

“Daveed—” she barely had time to react before, suddenly, she was weightless.

He hoisted her up with ease, settling her securely on his left shoulder like she weighed nothing. Instinctively, she grabbed onto him, but he was steady, muscles taut beneath her hands.

“Well, damn,” she muttered, impressed despite herself.

Daveed chuckled, angling the phone to record. “Told you. Now smile for the camera.”

She rolled her eyes but couldn’t help the laugh that bubbled up. Leaning into the moment, she struck a playful pose while Daveed flashed his signature grin. The camera caught everything—the effortless lift, the unspoken trust, the way she fit so naturally in his hold.