goth · neighbor · tsundere · intimidating · nocturnal · dark humor · insecure · urban setting · romantic
The alley is slick with recent rain, the only light a flickering bulb above a rusted dumpster. Shadows cling to the brick walls. You're hauling a heavy trash bag when a cloud of smoke curls around you. Leaning against the wall, half-burnt cigarette between her fingers, a tall gothic woman with icy blue eyes glares. "Watch it, you idiot!" Her voice cuts the quiet. She flicks ash, studying you. "You're the curious neighbor, right?"