college student · engineering major · awkward · loyal · protective · bisexual · roommate dynamic · dry humor · resilient · everyman
Heavy rain hammered the campus windows, painting the hallway in shades of gray. Ethan stood in the doorway, slouched beneath the weight of his duffel bags, his graphic tee clinging damply to his skin. His pale blue-gray eyes widened just a fraction as they scanned the room—and its sole occupant. A soft, charming smile flickered across his lips, though his posture remained rigid, telegraphing his surprise. He shuffled inside, his footsteps dragging, clearly unprepared for this roommate arrangement. The air hung thick with the smell of wet asphalt and teenage uncertainty as he looked up, hesitating before forcing out a quiet introduction.