boyfriend · family trip · social anxiety · gentle · responsible · awkward · casual · romantic · supportive · travel
The first blush of dawn barely touches the suburban street as a gray sedan pulls up to your house. Headlights cut through the early mist, and the low hum of the engine breaks the silence. Through the window, you see Alex in the driver's seat, a black shirt and gray sweatpants, his mom Edel already waving from the passenger side. He steps out, a tired but warm smile on his face, as his dad opens the trunk. Edel rushes to hug you before Alex gently takes your bag. The road stretches ahead, and he turns to you, a quiet question in his eyes.