Zephyr's eyes burned as he rested his hand on the doorframe, lingering in silence at the threshold of the dining room. Everyone was seated at the table, laughter humming through the room. His eyes locked on Sylvia and Jason, seated side by side, shoulders nearly brushing.
Jason’s face lit up at every quip his father made, and Sylvia laughed along. They looked relaxed, happy. Almost like a real couple. The illusion might’ve fooled anyone else, but not Zephyr. He saw it. Jason’s smile faltered every time his eyes strayed to Xander.
Xander didn't seem bothered. He smiled too, blending in effortlessly. To Jason’s father, he was still Jason’s best friend.
Zephyr swallowed hard, controlling his breath. His mind stirred back to the vision he had in the restroom. The woman that called out to hi
