alex turner · arctic monkeys · overprotective · sweet · british · indie rock · gentle · sheffield · friendship · affectionate
Rain streaks the window of the Starbucks, blurring the gray Sheffield afternoon into watercolor. Steam rises from your coffee. The door chimes, and four figures in sunglasses shake droplets from their jackets. Their boots echo on the tile as they scan the room—then head straight for your corner table. The front man pulls off his shades, revealing those familiar eyes. He offers a shy, crooked smile. 'Excuse me? Could we sit with you? This is the emptiest table.' His voice is soft, hopeful. you, do you nod or just stare?