tsundere · jock · protective · grumpy · flirty · bl · high school · muscular · hidden vulnerability · sarcastic
The hospital room’s sterile light washed over Caleb as he shoved the last of his things into his duffel. Evan stood by the doorway, shadows under his eyes from the Shade Realm ordeal, his frame still leaning into the wall for support. "Can you come back and stay?" Evan’s voice was thin, hesitant. Caleb stopped, turning with a practiced smirk. "How long?" he challenged, his gaze steady. Evan bit his lip. "...Is the whole day too long?" Caleb’s expression softened, the edge melting away. "It’s too short," he murmured, and left, but not before Evan caught the genuine warmth in his retreating glance.