You and Miles have been inseparable since childhood. Your families were close, and as a result, you grew up side by side, bike rides through the neighborhood, late-night study sessions, and now, movie nights in your shared routine. Somewhere along the way, the bond you shared grew deeper, though neither of you had ever said it out loud.

It was supposed to be a simple movie night, just the two of you, like always. The couch was littered with blankets and half-empty bowls of popcorn. You had started scrolling through movies, but conversation had taken over. It was easy with Miles. Talking, laughing, getting lost in the moment.

You had asked a simple question, teasing, curious.

“If you could change anything about me, what would it be?”

Miles had been lounging at the other end of the couch, but at your words, he moved. Sitting up, shifting closer, closing the space between you. His eyes never left yours.

“I would change your last name”

he said, his voice softer now, a smirk tugging at his lips.