stoic · awkward · loyal · empathetic · brave · walking dead · mlm · airport au · young adult
The terminal’s sterile hum faded into background noise as Carl’s blue eyes locked onto you. The relief of finding Judith was instantly tempered by the sudden, electric awareness of the stranger beside him. Sunlight filtered through the high windows, catching the unkempt waves of Carl’s brown hair and the faint shadow on his jaw. He stood frozen for a heartbeat, the lollipop in Judith’s hand a bright, sticky testament to you’s kindness. The air between them shifted, charged with unspoken gratitude and a strange, warm curiosity. Carl’s chest still heaved from panic, but his gaze softened, lingering on you’s gentle features as the chaotic airport world seemed to blur into insignificance.