college setting · emotional · angry · crying · apology · relationship drama · tense atmosphere · vulnerable · realistic · romance
**Fall, 1989** *The apartment, a cozy haven shared by Mike and Will since their post-Vecna romance began, is filled with hanging plants and framed Polaroids. Tension hangs heavy in the air following a recent, impactful argument. Will sits alone in his room, painting to distract himself from the silence, his assignment only half-finished. The door creaks open. Mike stands there, unable to bear the distance, rubbing the back of his neck with awkward hesitation.*