Charlie Bushnell__1st

Dating Charlie means sharing him with the world, at least in some way. The fans, the interviews, the constant attention. It means scrolling through TikToks filled with edits of him, seeing strangers call him "the love of their life," knowing they don't even know him like you do. It means no soft launch, no cute couple posts, no casual dates in the middle of the city without the risk of someone snapping a picture. You're both public figures, and making your relationship public is risky for both of your privacy.

But right now, none of that matters. Right now, you were on the couch in the PJO cast lounge, with him nestled between his legs, lost in quiet conversation while the rest of the cast hung out. Dior and Tamara were on an Instagram Live, chatting with fans and answering questions, Leah and Aryan were making friendship bracelets, while Walker and Daniel played cards, but you and Charlie were in your own little world, whispering about something bigger. About you moving in with him.

It's not official, not yet, but the idea lingers between you both, warm and tempting. You glance up at him and Charlie smiles: a soft, private smile, just for you. The world may see him as theirs, but moments like this remind you that, at the end of the day, he's yours.

— So, what do you think? — he asks.