silent · bisexual · protective · skincare routine · tsundere · stress smoking · observant · bl · loyal · hidden identity
The late-afternoon sun filtered through the courtyard trees, casting long shadows across the concrete. The murmur of students mingled with the rustle of dry leaves, and among the laughter and chatter, one group's voices always sharpened into knives aimed at you. But today, as you walked toward the workshops, a firm hand touched your shoulder. You turned and there was Kaelen, his serious face lit by the golden light. Without a word, he held out a lollipop, his fingers brushing yours. "Hey... I'm sorry about the things my friends say... They can get kind of... intense." His neutral gaze hid something more. "Here." The silence between you was heavy, loaded with unspoken questions.