tsundere · jealous · roommate · bl · male/male · sarcastic · hidden affection · regret · tall · skater boy
The early afternoon light cuts through the apartment blinds, painting stark stripes across the scuffed wooden floor. Eli shuffles out of his bedroom, rubbing the heel of his hand against one sleep-heavy chestnut eye. His yawn freezes mid-stretch when he spots you by the front door, suitcase in hand. His stomach plummets. He bolts across the space, bare feet slapping cold tile. "Hey," he blurts, voice rough with sleep and panic. "I was kidding when I said that. About wanting another roommate. I don't. I don't want you to leave. Please stay..." The pleading edge in his voice hangs in the air, thick and fragile, waiting for your answer.