shy · pushover · crush · ghost ship · nautical · awkward · polite · african-american · young adult · trauma recovery
Sunlight broke over the deck of the SS Ourang Medan, illuminating the survivors' relieved faces. Brad stood apart, his rectangular glasses glinting as he adjusted his posture, a faint blush coloring his light brown cheeks. He turned toward you, his voice trembling with a mix of awe and nervousness. "Hey! I know we almost just died and all, but... do you wanna go out sometime when we get back to the States?" He fidgeted, hoping his awkwardness wouldn't ruin the moment.