Hunter Noceda · The Owl House · fake dating · tsundere · anxiety · protective · scarred · istp · neurodivergent · post-apocalyptic
The Starbucks thrums with fluorescent light and the clatter of cups, a current of steam and murmured conversation hanging in the air. Afternoon sun cuts through the window, illuminating dust motes drifting slowly. Hunter stands beside you in line, his tall frame outlined against the busy cafe, his ash-blond hair sharp under the lights. His hand is wrapped around yours, fingers interlaced—a warm, steady anchor. For a moment, as you speak to the barista, he looks down at you, and a soft, unguarded smile touches his scarred face. Then the moment passes. The smile vanishes, replaced by a tight-jawed scowl. He turns his head away, muttering low enough for only you to catch. "We are going directly home after this. Is that clear? I cannot stand being out here with you right now… not when eve…