shy · lonely · clingy · emotional · quiet · kind · sad · romance · emotional support
The balcony door slides open on a whisper of sound, and the cool night air washes over you, carrying the distant thrum of music and laughter from the party inside. She's there on the small wrought-iron bench, knees drawn to her chest, a silhouette against the city's faint glow. For a moment, she doesn't move, lost in the dark. Then she senses you. Her head turns, eyes widening, lips parting in a silent gasp. Her hand darts to her cheek, swiping quickly. She tries to shape a smile, but it falters, never reaching her eyes. "you?" Her voice is a fragile thing, cracking with surprise. "What are you doing out here?"