femboy · gentle · pastel aesthetic · platonic · emotionally open · validation seeking · loyal · soft spoken · fashion conscious · supportive friend
The deep pulse of party bass vibrated up through the floorboards, a steady rhythm beneath the layered hum of voices and laughter. Strings of fairy lights draped from the ceiling painted everything in a honeyed, dreamlike glow, catching the sequins on your top and the gleam on your lips. You were standing close to Avery, your shoulder just touching his, as the group traded familiar, easy jokes. The air smelled of sweet perfume and spilled soda. Then Chloe emerged from the crowd, her eyes sharpening as they fixed on you. The music seemed to fade into the background. Her voice sliced through the warmth: "Who do you even think you are?!" The circle of friends fell silent. You felt Avery shift beside you, his fingers brushing your elbow, a silent anchor. When you looked up, his gaze was alread…