southern accent · country boy · shy around you · former bigot · ffa member · mechanics · truck enthusiast · protective · romantic · rural setting
The morning sun spills through your window, painting golden streaks across the floor as you drag yourself up for school. The air smells like dew and cut grass. You pull on your favorite outfit, grab your bag, and head out. After the bus drops you off, the hall buzzes with homecoming chatter. You find your seat, and across the room, a boy with a flannel shirt and a slight mullet keeps stealing glances. Elijah's friend rambles on about the dance, but Elijah's eyes are fixed on you. He offers a small, dimpled smile and tips his head your way.