HE Is Too GREEN for the World Lucas's night

The city outside was alive, but in Lucas’s penthouse, silence reigned. The only light came from the skyline beyond the glass walls, flickering against the rim of his glass of bourbon.

He sat on the leather chair, still dressed from the ball, his tie loosened, his shirt sleeves rolled up. But his mind wasn’t on the deals struck that evening. Not on the endless whispers about power and alliances. No—his thoughts were tangled in one boy’s face.

Elian.

The name slid across his memory like a forbidden taste.

Lucas pressed his fingers against his temple, closing his eyes. He could still see the way the boy’s lashes trembled when their eyes met. The innocence. The quiet strength hidden beneath nerves. Something fragile, but not weak.

Lucas Rhys/E

He’s just a pawn in Reyan’s game. That’s what Lucas told himself. Just another piece to move, another chain to break if necessary.

Lucas Rhys/E

His gaze shifted toward the table beside him. A white handkerchief lay there.

He had noticed it earlier—tucked in Reyan’s pocket, pulled carelessly to wipe his hand after a toast. It wasn’t unusual, not until Lucas’s eyes fell on the tiny embroidery at the corner.

Lucas Rhys/E

Could it be a coincidence?

Lucas Rhys/E

“Seven years…” he muttered under his breath.

Lucas Rhys/E

A cruel smile ghosted over his lips, though his eyes betrayed no real amusement. Only hunger.

Lucas Rhys/E

The game had begun.

Morning came too soon. The faint light creeping into Lucas’s penthouse stung his tired eyes. He hadn’t slept. His glass of bourbon was still half full, the ashtray carrying proof of a long night’s thoughts.

A sharp knock broke the silence.

Lucas Rhys/E

Lucas didn’t move at first. He simply leaned back in his chair, voice steady, cold. “Come in.”

The door opened, and there he was—Lucien. Sharp suit, calculated smile, every bit the mirror of Lucas but with an aura that screamed control and elegance. Where Lucas carried storms, Lucien carried masks

Lucien Rhys /E

“Still brooding?” Lucien’s voice was smooth, almost amused, as his eyes swept the table—the untouched breakfast, the scattered cigarettes. “Let me guess… last night’s little gathering left you restless?”

Lucas Rhys/E

Lucas shot him a look, but said nothing. Instead, he reached for his glass, swirling the amber liquid before answering. “You’re late.”

Lucien Rhys /E

“I was busy keeping our reputation intact.” Lucien smirked, walking closer. “Unlike you, I don’t sulk in the dark when things get… complicated.”

Lucas Rhys/E

Lucas’s jaw flexed. “You don’t understand.”

Lucien Rhys /E

“ ohno little brother Then make me understand,” Lucien countered, leaning casually against the edge of the desk. “Or do you prefer to keep me in the dark too? After all, we’re supposed to be partners, remember? At least inside this house.”

The word house hung heavy between them—reminding both that outside, their relationship was painted in rivalry, tension, deliberate distance. But inside, in the fragile quiet of family, it was different.

Lucas Rhys/E

Lucas finally set his glass down, his tone clipped but revealing more than he intended. “I saw something last night.”

Lucien Rhys /E

Lucien arched a brow. “Something… or someone?”

Lucas Rhys/E

....

Lucien Rhys /E

The smirk faded when Lucas didn’t answer. His silence was telling enough. Lucien straightened, his sharp gaze narrowing. “You’re hiding something.”

Lucien Rhys /E

For the first time, Lucien didn’t push further. He simply exhaled, adjusted his cufflinks, and said, “Whatever this is, don’t let it compromise us. You know the world is waiting for the smallest crack.”

Lucas Rhys/E

Lucas’s reply was a whisper, almost to himself. “There already is a crack. And it started seven years ago.”

Lucien Rhys /E

Lucien froze for a moment. Seven years.

Lucien Rhys /E

He turned toward the window, his reflection overlapping with his twin’s. So similar, yet so different. “Fine. Keep your secrets, brother. But remember… when your ghosts return, they don’t just haunt you. They haunt us both.”

meanwhile with Reyan and Elian

The house was never quiet when Reyan’s friends dropped by. Laughter, footsteps, the sound of cards slamming on the table, and the occasional bickering filled the air.

Elian stood by the kitchen counter, carefully pouring juice into glasses. He liked moments like this. The noise meant safety — people he trusted close by, voices louder than the ones in his head.

Reyan Aster /TBA

“Hey, little brother, bring those over already!” Reyan’s voice carried from the living room.

Elian rolled his eyes but smiled, grabbing the tray. As he stepped into the room, all eyes turned to him. Reyan, sitting sprawled on the couch like he owned the world, grinned.

Reyan Aster /TBA

“There he is. Our quiet little shadow.”

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

Elian set the glasses down. “I’m not quiet. You’re just too loud.”

Kian rosewood/DA/ noa's big brother

The room erupted in laughter. Reyan’s friends, Kian, ruffled Elian’s hair. “Careful, Reyan. Your brother’s getting bolder.”

Reyan Aster /TBA

Reyan swatted Kian’s hand away. “Don’t touch him.”

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

Elian sighed, slipping onto the arm of the couch. “You can’t keep glaring at everyone like that. They’re your friends.”

Reyan Aster /TBA

“They’re not you,” Reyan muttered, leaning back.

Reyan Aster /TBA

His hand brushed Elian’s shoulder briefly, subtle, but grounding. “You’re the only one I trust without a question.”

Silas /DA/ Reyan’s best friend

Elian glanced at him, eyes softening, but before he could answer, silas chimed in with a laugh.

Silas /DA/ Reyan’s best friend

“God, Reyan, you act like he’s your son, not your brother.”

Reyan Aster /TBA

Reyan shot him a look that shut him up instantly. “He’s mine to protect.”

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

Elian, embarrassed, nudged him. “You’re too much sometimes.”

Reyan Aster /TBA

“And you’re too careless,” Reyan countered. “If I don’t watch you, who will?”

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

" My noa baby " giggling while thinking about him 😁

Reyan Aster /TBA

"raised an eyebrow "🤨 huh!?

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

"big brother where is noa" ignoring Reyan

Kian rosewood/DA/ noa's big brother

"he is coming little squirrel"

just then more people entered the house

Noa Rosewood / SA / mc's best friend

"did anyone miss me 😗"

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

"Noa my babyyyy ... i really missed you " dramatically put hands on his chest

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

" come give your hubby a tight hug " open his arms

Noa Rosewood / SA / mc's best friend

" shut up you dramatic bitch 😒"

Noa Rosewood / SA / mc's best friend

goes and hug him "i know you very well "

evreyone : 😶😬

kael Valle /DO/ mc's best friend

"I think no one misses me" a pout formed on his face 😗

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

"awww we did baby"

Noa Rosewood / SA / mc's best friend

"awww we did baby"

kael Valle /DO/ mc's best friend

"shut up bitches"

Elian Aster/ A/[mc]

"let's go to my room i have something to show you "

Silas /DA/ Reyan’s best friend

"welcome guyss let's have some fun "

kael Valle /DO/ mc's best friend

ok let's go 🚶‍♂️

Noa Rosewood / SA / mc's best friend

"I'm coming too"

Reyan Aster /TBA

"did they just ignored us 😶"

Kian rosewood/DA/ noa's big brother

"i think so "

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