The sun was beginning to set, casting a golden hue across the water as you and Rafe sat on the dock, your feet dangling just above the water's surface. The day had been one of those rare peaceful ones—the two of you spent the afternoon lounging around, talking about everything and nothing at all.
Rafe was lying back on his elbows, watching the sky slowly change color, while you were lost in thought, staring at the water. His presence next to you was comforting, his knee brushing yours every so often as he shifted.
"You okay?" Rafe's voice broke through your thoughts, soft and filled with genuine concern.
You smiled, turning to face him. "Yeah, just thinking."
Rafe raised an eyebrow, a playful smirk tugging at the corner of his lips. "About what?"
You shrugged, leaning back on your hands, mirroring his position. "Just... stuff."
"Stuff?" He chuckled, shifting closer to you until his shoulder brushed against yours. "You're not gonna make me guess, are you?"
You laughed softly, shaking your head. "No, I was just thinking about how nice today's been. You know, no drama. Just us."
Rafe's smirk softened into a genuine smile, and he nodded in agreement. "Yeah, it's been pretty perfect." He paused for a moment, as if he was considering something. "You make things better. I like that about you."
You felt a warmth spread through your chest at his words. Rafe had always had a way of making you feel special, even in the simplest of moments.
"You're pretty good company too," you teased, nudging him lightly with your shoulder.
He let out a soft laugh, his eyes never leaving yours. For a moment, everything seemed to slow down, the world fading away until it was just the two of you sitting on that dock, wrapped in the golden glow of the setting sun.
Without thinking, Rafe reached over and tucked a strand of hair behind your ear, his fingers lingering just a little longer than necessary. His touch was gentle, but it sent a shiver down your spine.
"Sorry," he mumbled, his voice quieter now. "I just... you're really beautiful right now."
You blinked, caught off guard by the sincerity in his tone. Your heart fluttered as you felt your cheeks heat up, but before you could respond, Rafe leaned in slightly, his gaze flickering down to your lips before meeting your eyes again.
For a moment, neither of you moved, the world around you completely still. Then, as if drawn by an invisible force, Rafe gently pressed his lips to yours, soft and tentative. It wasn't rushed, just a sweet, lingering kiss that made your heart race.
When he pulled back, his forehead rested against yours, both of you smiling.
"I've wanted to do that all day," Rafe whispered, his breath warm against your skin.
You smiled wider, leaning in to kiss him again, feeling the warmth of the moment wrap around you both.
This one-shot highlights Rafe's softer, more vulnerable side as he shares a sweet, peaceful moment with you, showing how much he values your presence in his life.
