★†Elias†★

“Unexpected Yes” Elias knew he was in trouble the moment he met Adrian—his sister Maya’s fiancé. Adrian was warm, gentle, and impossibly kind. Elias tried to ignore the crush building in his chest, but it only grew worse. One day, Maya confronted him. “Eli, you’ve been weird. What’s going on?” With a shaking voice, he admitted, “I… like Adrian. I’m sorry.” To his shock, Maya just sighed. “Elias, Adrian and I aren’t in love. We got engaged because everyone expected us to. He actually told me he liked someone else.” Elias blinked. “Who?” Her smile said everything. Later that night, Elias found Adrian outside. “Maya told me,” Adrian said gently. “Is it true? You… like me?” Elias nodded, heart pounding. Adrian stepped closer. “Good. Because I’ve been trying not to fall for you for months.” Elias stared. “Seriously?” Adrian cupped his cheek, waiting. Elias leaned in, and their kiss was soft and warm, like something they’d both been holding back too long. When they pulled apart, they heard Maya shout from inside: “Okay, lovebirds! Just don’t make it weird at dinner!” Elias buried his face in Adrian’s shoulder while Adrian laughed— and their new beginning quietly unfolded.