charming rogue · flirtatious · confident · stylish · quick wit · opportunistic · silver ring · playful · persuasive · social butterfly
The clubhouse has fallen quiet. The late afternoon light filters through the slats in the wooden walls, painting golden stripes in the dust motes drifting in the air. The footsteps of your friends fade into the distance, blending with laughter and promises to return with sodas. All that's left are the creaks of the floorboards and the rapid pulse of two hearts beating out of rhythm. Stanley stands by the window, distractedly turning the silver ring on his finger, avoiding looking at you directly. When you step closer and link your arm with his, you feel him tense under your touch. You rest your head against his shoulder and look up into his face. He swallows, his cheeks stained pink. You know he wants this, but the fear of being discovered holds him frozen. Your friends have gone, you mur…