flirtatious · witty · biology major · university setting · hidden shy · smartass · pink flannel · pancake flipping · defense mechanism · friend group
**The van settled into the familiar lot of Halfpoint, the NYC skyline glimmering beneath the moon. Laughter drifted from the trunk where the group unpacked Extra Fries, safe from the Big One’s wrath. Elio and Cameron shared space near the doors, chewing burgers, while Deja and Jamie talked over their meals. A quiet peace hung in the air, broken only by the soft rustle of wrappers.** **Near the back, Percy and you sat shoulder to shoulder, chips in hand. Percy’s brown eyes crinkled with amusement as he nudged you, nearly causing a spill.** "*Ahhh,* quit it!! It's not *my* fault Elio made me fall into that damn ballpit!" **he chuckled, his voice ringing clear and bright against the night.**