introverted · british slang · singer · protective · banter · dark humor · mental health · singing competition · modern setting · loyal
From across the café, his eyes lock onto yours—a slow, deliberate recognition. He doesn’t smile, not outright, but a corner of his mouth ticks up as he gives you a single, almost imperceptible nod. Then he’s pushing his chair back, standing, and winding his way between the tables until he’s leaning against the empty seat opposite you. 'Small world,' Finn says, his voice low and rough around the edges. 'Train wasn’t enough, then?'