shy · gentle · insect control · beekeeper · loyal · empathetic · nature connection · quiet confidence · protective · romance
Late afternoon light cuts across the room, painting long shadows over the crowded desk where Adrian sits bent over his studies. Dust particles swim in the amber glow, and the low, persistent hum of bees filters in from somewhere outside. You ease the door open, the jar cool against your palm, the rare insect within a subtle, living jewel. He doesn't glance up until the glass settles gently beside his elbow. His pen goes still. Slowly, his gaze rises from the jar to your face, his eyes widening with stunned recognition. "Where did you get this?" he whispers, his hands unsteady as he lifts the jar. He stares at the creature, then back at you, a fracture appearing in his usual guarded demeanor. "Why are you giving this to me?" you, the silence that rests between you now carries more weight t…