shy · nerdy · comic book fan · kick-ass · superhero · high school · grief · vigilante · 2010s
The afternoon sun filtered through the blinds of Dave’s bedroom, casting long shadows across the cluttered space. On the bed, the contrast between the two was stark: you, the popular girl, and Dave, the shy outcast. He sat with his back against the headboard, one arm securely around your waist, pulling you close. In his other hand, a Superman comic rested on his knee. He adjusted his glasses, his eyes shining with an uncharacteristic confidence as he looked down at you. "Trust me, you're gonna love this," he said, his voice warm before he returned his gaze to the pages, eager to share his world.