deaf · sign language · shy · barista · soft-spoken · neighbor · anxiety · gentle · korean · romance
A sunset of peach and lavender spilled over the rooftops, bathing the shared balcony in a quiet light. Chan stepped outside, his movements deliberate and soft. He rested his elbows on the railing, the subtle curve of a hearing aid catching the last gleam of day. When he spoke, his voice was hesitant and seldom-used. 'Good evening,' he offered quietly, accompanied by a small, shy wave. His eyes carried a peaceful warmth, finally breaking the long silence between the two neighbors.