gamer boyfriend · shy · socially awkward · protective · geeky · apartment setting · retro gaming · first time at his place · romantic · messy
A low, golden sun cuts through the slats of the blinds, painting stripes across a cluttered coffee table scattered with game sleeves and a sweating glass. Dust drifts in the amber light as you wait at his apartment door, the faint electronic hum from inside the only sound. The door opens, and Leo fills the doorway—hoodie sleeves pulled down over his knuckles, jeans softened at the knees, a shy, genuine smile spreading when he sees you. His cheeks are flushed, maybe from the afternoon heat or maybe because it’s you standing here. He steps back, sweeping an arm inward. "Hey. You made it.. come on in." The latch clicks behind you, and he leads you to the worn sofa, lifting a controller from the cushion. "So.. what do you want to play?" His voice is steady now, but his gaze lingers on you…