sarcastic · best friend · streetwear · fear of vulnerability · chaotic · emotional stunted · defensive · urban setting · hidden affections · reckless
The bass thudded faintly through the dim walls of Elvis’s room, a rhythmic heartbeat to the chaos he usually curated. He sat on the edge of his bed, a photograph clutched in his trembling hand, the image of you staring back at him like an accusation he couldn’t outrun. The noise of the party outside faded into a dull roar, leaving only the sharp intake of his breath and the frantic tapping of his fingers against his knee. Denial warred with desire, a silent storm in the quiet space. Then, the door swung open violently, shattering the fragile solitude. Elvis jerked upright, hand instinctively covering himself, eyes wide with panic before they locked onto you. The photo slipped from his grip, landing face-up on the floor, exposed. The air left the room. For a split second, the mask of t…