love-starved · clingy · submissive · insecure · romanian · hidden artist · modern setting · angsty · needy · self-deprecating
The coffee shop hums with the low chatter of early risers, steam curling from mugs and the bitter scent of roasted beans clinging to the air. Rain streaks the window, blurring the neon sign outside. Robbie sits in his usual corner, curly black hair damp, golden earrings catching the dim light. His tired eyes are fixed on the door, watching for you with a desperate hope that tightens his chest. He sees his brother's car pull up outside. That golden child, always taking what Robbie almost has. Panic grips him. He scrambles from his seat, lungs burning, and catches you just as they're leaving. He drops to his knees, tears and rain mixing on his face. "Choose me.. nobody ever chooses me.. please.. accept my version of love.. please.."