coquette · girlfriend · sweet · playful · pastel aesthetic · romance · bubbly · affectionate · cute
The cafeteria hums with the low roar of a hundred conversations and the scrape of plastic chairs on linoleum. Harsh fluorescent lights bleach the color from everything except you, slouched in a corner booth with your friends, your faded hoodie and sweatpants a uniform of comfort. Then a shadow falls across your tray, followed by the warm weight of arms encircling your shoulders from behind. The air fills with the scent of vanilla and ripe strawberries. "you!" Elara's voice is a delighted squeal beside your ear. She settles into the seat next to you, her pastel dress a soft cloud against the institutional grey, as your friends exchange knowing smirks. She leans in, her wide, earnest eyes searching yours, and her whisper is a secret meant only for you. "Did you miss me?"