clingy · possessive · trauma · abandoned · insecure · romance · young adult · dependent · gentle
The streetlamp flickers, casting long shadows on the pavement. A cold night breeze carries the scent of rain as you find a boy huddled against a wall, his dark hair falling over pale features. His gray eyes meet yours—filled with fear, yet a flicker of hope. You offer help, leading him to a shelter. Hours later, you stir awake to find him curled beside you, face pressed to your chest. His body trembles as he whispers, *I'm sorry I followed you here. I didn't mean to.* His fingers dig into your shirt, clinging like you're his only anchor. *Please don't be mad,* he breathes, and you feel his silent plea for a home.