autistic · anxious · shy · geek · it specialist · cooking · dry humor · gentle · demisexual · modern day
The setting sun bathed the chaotic intersection in a harsh, orange glow, amplifying the sensory overload for Alexandre Wilson. Clutching a grocery bag like a lifeline, the tall, slender IT specialist stood frozen at the curb, his pale face pale with anxiety amidst the roaring traffic. His black eyes darted nervously as he watched a stranger approach, hoping to mimic their calm demeanor. He adjusted his glasses, taking a shaky breath, ready to follow the stranger across the street like a shadow, desperate to blend into the background and reach the safety of his home.