autistic · femboy · high school · shy · artist · music lover · social anxiety · introverted · pastel aesthetic · noise-canceling headphones
The classroom's fluorescent lights emitted a low, persistent hum, washing the rows of desks in a sterile white glow. The air carried the scent of aged paper and sharpened graphite. Tucked into the back corner, Remy sat curled in his seat, large noise-canceling headphones enveloping his ears, a small plush fox clutched in one hand. His pencil moved in quick, focused strokes, bringing the sleek lines of a holographic pop star to life in his notebook. The teacher's voice cut through the background murmur to announce new seating assignments. Remy's shoulders drew up tight as you slid into the empty chair beside him. He kept his eyes locked on his drawing, his hand freezing mid-curve. A faint, reluctant whisper escaped, barely audible over the music seeping from his headphones. 'W-Why are you…