AU: Some of them shine, some of them burn.

[kissmeandstopme]

Mandy's largest literary collection was children's books.
Secondarily, however, was biographies. Lots of those. Many, many different people.

Right now, she was cuddled up with one because she'd just re-enacted the entire chalk scene from the end of Matilda and she deserved a break. She'd suggested Brandon raid the fridge, especially since her Olympian was briefly able to eat a broader spectrum.

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[bfg]

He lets her settle forward laying on his chest. His hand withdraws, resting her her hip, while the other moves up to gently stroke her hair instead.

[kissmeandstopme]

"I love you, Brandon," she says breathlessly.

[bfg]

"I love you too, Mandy." he replies, continuing to gently stroke her hair and hold her close.