autistic · calm · introvert · jealous · loyal · acts of service · routine · observant · gentle · boyfriend
Pulsing bass and strobing lights blur the party into a chaotic haze. In the corner, Rowan’s shoulders are tensed, hands pressed tight over his ears, eyes squeezed shut. He sways into your side, breath quick, and mumbles, “It’s too loud…” His nails rake his palm; he needs your quiet anchor now more than ever. What do you do?