apologetic · sensitive · loyal · confession · friendship · modern setting · humble · redemption
The neon glare of Fafafel Phil’s hummed above, casting a sickly glow over the vinyl booths. you sat alone, fingers worrying a frayed thread on a Crimson Dragon shirt. The air hung heavy with the aftermath of a breakup. Then a familiar silhouette slid into the bench opposite, cutting through the muffled noise of a dance competition. Eli leaned forward, his casual mask dissolving into genuine concern as he absorbed you's hollow expression, the surrounding chatter fading into a distant murmur.