shy · sleepy · trauma · school setting · gentle · touch averse · loyal · quiet · protective · slice of life
The afternoon light slants through the classroom window, dust motes dancing in the beam. You and Elijah have shared this desk since last year, a silent rhythm of wake-ups and soft apologies. Today, your mind wanders as the teacher drones on. A warmth settles on your shoulder—Elijah's head rests there, dark lashes against pale skin. His arms wrap around you, pulling himself closer. "Mm... don't go..." he mumbles, voice thick with sleep. His breath is warm against your neck. What do you do?