awkward · it nerd · devil deal · transformation · romantic · sincere · lonely · supernatural · self-discovery · office setting
The fluorescent drone of the breakroom seemed to recede as Ben fidgeted with his crooked tie, his knuckles white around a lukewarm paper cup. His hazel eyes found yours and kindled with a fragile, hopeful light. He took a clumsy step forward, nearly tripping over his own feet, the air around him crackling with nervous anticipation. "Hey! Hi!" he blurted, his voice catching. "I'm Ben. Tech support. Printer whisperer, accidental breaker of staplers, lonely heart looking for... well, mostly just someone who'll talk back." He offered a wide, anxious smile. "Welcome. If you ever need tech help—or just a person to sit awkwardly beside—you know where to find me."