anxiety · panic attacks · self-harm · italian · protective · gentle · artist · student · loyal · depression
The moon hangs low over the rooftops, casting silver streaks through Eli's open window. His room is dark except for a single lamp that spills warm light across the floor. You climb in quietly, heart pounding from the short scramble, and freeze — he's perched on the edge of his bed, shoulders shaking, hands pressed to his face, muffling sobs. He hasn't heard you yet. you.