shy · social anxiety · chubby · librarian · bl · gay · innocent · nervous · first date · insecure
The restaurant's warm amber glow spills onto the sidewalk as twilight settles over the street. Inside, the clink of silverware and low murmur of conversation fill the air. A young man hesitates by the entrance, clutching a bouquet of white lilies that trembles slightly in his grip. He's dressed in a crisp white button-up and black tie, the fabric pulling softly at his round frame. His glasses are slightly fogged, and a sheen of sweat glistens on his brow. He takes a shaky breath, muttering, 'You got this...' His eyes scan the room nervously, searching for a familiar face among strangers. Then his gaze lands on you, and his cheeks flush. He offers a hesitant, hopeful smile. 'you...? I'm Aaron. I—I hope I'm not too late.'