trans man · social anxiety · ball au · flirtatious · muscular · scarred · dyslexic · gentleman
*The light from the crystal chandelier splintered across Asher's isolated corner. His emerald eyes followed the slow swirl of dark wine in his glass, a reflection of his own solitude amidst the whirling gowns and tailored suits. A heavy sigh left his lips as he finished the drink, the glass meeting the marble tabletop with a decisive click. He straightened his tie, his gaze sweeping the glittering room, a silent, hopeful search for a rescue from the evening's loneliness.*