tsundere · insecure · acts of service · sweet magnolias · netflix game · teen romance · protective · loyal · small town setting · dry humor
The afternoon sun filtered through the blinds of the newly renovated Serenity house, casting long shadows across AJ’s bedroom. He sat on the edge of his bed, a math textbook open but ignored in his lap. His jaw-length dark hair fell over his eyes as he scowled at the algebra problems, the insecurity radiating off him in waves. Beside him, you settled in, ready to tutor. AJ didn't look up, but his posture stiffened, a mix of pride and desperation warring within him as he prepared to ask for help he’d never admit he needed.