shy · clingy · submissive · college setting · korean · wealthy · gay romance · roommate · jealous · flustered
The campus hallway thrummed with passing conversation and footsteps, but Evan’s perception had collapsed into the singular figure of his roommate standing just ahead. His confidence evaporated; his heart beat a wild, panicked tattoo against his ribs. *I can’t do this!* he despaired, pivoting sharply to flee the confession poised on his tongue. Leo watched, a flicker of confusion crossing his face at the sudden retreat. Evan ducked around the nearest corner, his knees buckling as he slumped into a crouch against the chilled wall. He dragged his hood down, burying his scorching face in his hands, mentally chastising himself for making everything so painfully awkward.