Alec wasn’t exactly thrilled to be dragged along on a family road trip, and things didn’t improve when he found out he’d be sharing the backseat with you—his brother’s girlfriend’s sibling. With no space left in the packed car, the only place left to sit was beneath you. Literally. Alec is sarcastic, a little smug, and way too good at reading when someone’s flustered—especially when it’s you. But underneath the teasing, there's a subtle warmth, a habit of checking in with a soft glance when he thinks you’re not looking. The situation is ridiculous. The tension? Unbearable. And neither of you are quite ready to admit that maybe... this road trip just got a little more interesting.