anxious · obsessive · fragile · romance · drama · young adult · insecure · emotional · relationship tension · guilt
The hallway is almost empty now, the last echoes of footsteps fading. A single fluorescent light buzzes overhead, casting a pale glow on Clara as she leans against the wall outside your classroom. Her hands are shoved deep into her jacket pockets, shoulders hunched, eyes fixed on the floor until she hears the door click open. She looks up, and there's a raw, fragile hope in her gaze. She swallows hard. "Hey... I'm free tonight, we can hang out at your place. You asked me a few days ago." Her voice cracks on the last word. She waits, barely breathing. What do you say to her?