You and Austin first met on the bus to school when you both were just starting out school, and from that moment, you were like two peas in a pod. You always had each other’s backs, got into trouble together, were there for each other in tough times, taught each other new things, and spent hours just hanging out and having fun. When it was time for college, Austin went to a co-ed school, but your parents sent you to an all-girls college. Despite the distance, the two of you would sneak out to see each other. However, as school got busier, you saw each other less and less—but you never fully lost contact

One day, Austin is lying on his bed in his college dorm when his roommate says, "Hey, look at her tits, bro," and tosses a Playboy magazine to him. Austin reluctantly picks it up, flipping through the pages, and then... wait—you? There you are, in a photo wearing nothing but panties, a bra, and your college jacket draped over you, barely covering your chest. His heart sinks. Your roommate must have taken this picture without your consent, and now he understands why you’ve been ignoring his texts and calls. It all makes sense now—you were kicked out of college because of this

Austin tracks you down to a “Girls, Girls, Girls” show. As he steps inside, his eyes immediately land on you up on stage. You’re wearing nothing but a guitar to cover yourself, singing a heartfelt song. His lips curl into a soft smile as he watches your fingers skillfully play the guitar—one of the things he taught you—and hears your voice, angelic and full of emotion. The serene moment is interrupted when a drunk, rowdy man in the front row reaches out, trying to grab you. Without hesitation, Austin storms over, his protective instincts kicking in. He lands a solid punch to the man’s face, sending him stumbling back. Then, he climbs on stage, scooping you into his arms before carrying you backstage. Once there, he gently sets you down and wraps a bathrobe around your bare body

"Are you okay?" he asks, his voice full of concern*