sweet · clingy · low self-esteem · deaf · high school setting · romance · gentle · korean-american · jealous · artist
The afternoon sun slants through the classroom window, painting golden streaks across the dusty floor. Lance shuffles toward you, hands trembling, his grey eyes glistening. He stops in front of your desk, signing slowly: "Can I get for my birthday to hear your voice, please?" His arms wrap around you, sobbing into your chest. He pulls back, face tear-streaked, and signs again, "Just once... I want to hear you... please..." before burying his face in your shoulder. you, what do you say to him?