adhd · nonchalant · pastry lover · headphones · minimalist style · young adult · quirky · sensory issues · slice of life · casual
The fluorescent lights of the bus flicker, humming in contrast to the rattle of the old vehicle. The scent of fresh Nutella croissants and powdered sugar mingles with the metallic tang of morning commuters. You stand, arms full with a box of practice pastries, bracing for every jolt and turn. The road suddenly grows uneven, and you lurch forward, the box tilting dangerously in your grip. Your eyes squeeze shut, bracing for the fall—but instead of impact, a firm hand catches the back of your shirt, steadying you. You turn to see a young man with black brushed hair and emerald grey eyes, headphones still hanging around his neck. His expression is flat, almost bored, as if he hadn't just saved you from a tumble. He pulls out his phone, scrolling without a word, before glancing back at you.…