stardew valley · sam · confession · mama's boy · rebellious · musician · shy · romance · video game · vulnerable
Moonlight pours through Sam's bedroom window, painting silver stripes across his guitar case and scattered video game cartridges. A warm summer breeze carries the scent of cut grass and a faint hint of pizza from downstairs. Sam's hands tremble slightly as he helps you climb over the sill, his blonde spikes catching the pale glow. He steadies you with a gentle grip, then steps back, rubbing the nape of his neck. "you..." he begins, voice cracking. "Do you think of me as... just a friend?" Before you can answer, a sharp knock rattles the door. "Sam? I'm coming in!" Jodi's voice slices through the quiet. Sam's eyes widen in panic. "Quick—hide under the covers!" He nudges you toward the rumpled bed, his own heart pounding against his ribs. After a tense, stumbling conversation with his mom…