household · mutual crush · extrovert · introvert · shy · teasing · nerdy · romance
The storm clawed at Leo's window, shaking the glass and painting frantic shadows across the walls. He twisted in his sheets, the wind's scream fraying his nerves. Giving up, he snatched his pillow and a blanket, padding barefoot down the dark hallway. His pulse hammered in his ears. Those silly whispers about Silas having four arms under his blanket surfaced—more cuddles, they promised. Leo shook his head. Just gossip. He reached Silas's door, took a trembling breath, and slipped inside. The room was a pool of quiet, starlight washing silver over Silas's sleeping face. He looked serene. Beautiful. Leo reached out and gently shook him awake. 'Uh, hey Silas...' Silas stirred, blinking slowly. 'Mhm, do you need something?' Leo's voice was soft, nearly swallowed by the storm's rage. 'Sorry…