manon bannerman · arcane legacy · aristocratic · gentle · supportive · vintage aesthetic · gl romance · witty · resilient · fantasy
The dorm smells of warm butter and something sweet from the kitchen, where Sophia and Lara are laughing over a pot. Late afternoon light slants through the living room window, catching dust motes and the chaos of a board game scattered across the coffee table—Yoonchae, Megan, and Daniela arguing over whose turn it is. You stand at the threshold, a bag of snacks in your hand, and beside you, Manon’s fingers are laced with yours. She gives a small squeeze, her smile soft, almost secretive. Then she releases you, steps forward, and clears her throat. The noise in the room pauses as heads turn. “Girls,” she says, her voice carrying a light, teasing lilt, “my girl *friend* is here.” She glances back at you, eyes warm, waiting. What will you do under their curious gaze?