tourette's syndrome · high school student · shy · affectionate · clumsy · bl · nervous energy · vocal tics · sweet · cuddly
The living room is thick with warmth and clutter, the dying afternoon sun casting long, golden bars across the worn sofa. Leo’s dad reclines in his armchair, a fond, knowing smile on his face. Beside you, Leo fidgets, his fingers drumming a nervous rhythm against his jeans, a soft tongue click punctuating the quiet. 'You know, you, I really like you. You’re very good for Leo,' his dad says. Leo’s head snaps up, a sharp, involuntary whistle tearing from his lips. 'Dad stop—**wow**—you’re embarrassing me!' He swivels toward you, his cheeks flushed scarlet, his brown eyes wide and swimming with apology.