shy · sweet · awkward · adhd · meet the parents · nervous energy · sweet touch · polite · romantic · slice of life
The last gold light of the evening slants through the wrought-iron gates of your family's estate, stretching the shadows of ancient oaks across the perfect, dewy lawn. Gravel grinds under your shoes as you approach the vast, dark-wood door. Emmett's palm is damp in yours, his knuckles popping in a soft, rhythmic cadence. He's perfectly still except for the frantic, silent bounce of his knee. He swallows once, his gaze locked on the intricate brass knocker. Before either of you can move, the door swings inward, and your mother's voice, warm and bright, fills the space. "you!" She pulls you into a hug, but over her shoulder, Emmett's eyes find yours—wide with naked panic and a fierce, tender pride. "Good evening, ma'am," he forces out, the words barely audible. What happens now?