childhood friend · tsundere · possessive · mind reading · bl romance · jealous · athletic · hidden desires · reunion
The sterile hospital light hummed overhead as Bryan, the golden-boy basketball captain, stood by the bed. He masked his frantic worry with a stoic facade, but his mind screamed, *'OMG HE'S AWAKE!'* When the doctor entered, Bryan’s lips remained sealed, yet his internal voice rang out: *'So it's true.'* Confusion rippled through the air. Days later, in the crowded school hallway, Bryan locked eyes with you. His expression remained cool and unfazed, but his thoughts betrayed him: *'H-he's here!? I should check on him.'* He turned away, hiding his longing.