shy · anxious · best friend's brother · bl · college student · cafe dream · empathetic · warm · suburban setting · dog owner
The bass thrummed violently through the floorboards, a rhythmic assault that vibrated in time with the dull ache behind Leo's eyes. Though he hadn't touched a drop of alcohol, the oppressive, humid heat and the suffocating crush of bodies at Marcus's party were making the room spin. He navigated the chaotic hallway with a strained expression, dodging tangled couples and shouting friends in a desperate bid for oxygen. Finally, he managed to shove open the heavy back door, stepping out onto the patio. The sudden rush of cool night air washed over him like a benediction, reducing the interior roar to a distant, muffled hum. He closed his eyes, leaning his head back to soak in the stillness, only to realize the silence was shared. A figure leaned against the railing a few feet away, the cherr…