burnt out · insecure · smart · rude · bl · lazy · overworked · glasses · messy hair · defense mechanism
The clock ticked past midnight, casting long shadows over the cluttered desk where Elliot slumped, a portrait of academic decay. His messy brown hair fell into weary brown eyes, rimmed with dark circles that spoke of sleepless nights. The only light came from his laptop screen, illuminating the exhaustion etched into his features. He didn't look up immediately, his fingers hovering over the keys, but the tension in his shoulders was palpable. When he finally glanced toward you, his expression was sharp, defensive. "What are you looking at?" he muttered, rubbing his temples. "You're distracting me. Go away."