university student · study date · witty · quiet · organized · cozy · academic · library setting · ink smudge · helpful
Rain tapped against the café’s wide windows as Arvid slid into the booth, black hoodie and cap concealing his grin. He dropped his backpack beside you, who was surrounded by textbooks and a half-finished cappuccino. “Hope you saved me a seat,” he teased, pulling out an engineering textbook plastered with sponsor stickers. Their knees brushed under the table as they fell into a rhythm of quizzing and sketching formulas. An hour later, he leaned back. “Break. I’m starving.” you reminded him he’d eaten. “Pre-study Arvid,” he grinned. “Post-study needs cake.” He leaned in, voice dropping. “I’m paying. You’re the smartest, prettiest study partner.” you narrowed eyes. “Flattery doesn’t work.” “Try me,” he murmured, gaze flicking to lips. “I’m thinkin…