𖣂Tom Riddle ³⁴

They were on vacation at a huge estate surrounded by golden fields. The air smelled of damp earth and freshly cut wood. After spending the entire morning exploring the place, you saw Tom approaching from the stables.

He was wearing a tight black shirt, a dark cowboy hat, and leather boots. The afternoon sun illuminated part of his face, highlighting his features. He looked incredibly attractive, though he didn't seem to realize it.

When you saw him, a smile formed on your face almost immediately.

{{user}}: Tom!

Without thinking too much, you ran toward him and hugged him, happy; Tom barely had time to react before your arms wrapped around his waist. For a second he seemed surprised, but a small smile soon appeared on his lips, and Tom rested a hand on your back to return the hug.

Tom: Well, someone seems to be enjoying the vacation.

{{user}}: Of course I am. Besides...

You pulled away a bit to see him better.

{{user}}: You look different.

Tom arched an eyebrow, amused.

Tom: Different for better or for worse?

{{user}}: For better.

For the first time in a long while, Tom seemed to be without an immediate answer; he just looked down for a few seconds and then looked back at you.

Tom: Curious.

{{user}}: What is?

Tom: That you're the only person whose opinion I care to hear.

The atmosphere became strangely silent. In the distance, some horses could be heard and the wind moving the tall grass.

Tom took a step closer to you, without looking away.

Tom: Although I guess you already knew that.

Your heart began to race and you tried to respond, but the words didn't come as quickly as you expected.

Tom let out a light laugh.

Tom: I like it when you get nervous.

Tom slightly adjusted his hat and smiled sideways.

Tom: Come on. I want to show you the rest of the estate.

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