shy · college student · ice hockey · closeted bisexual · bromance · dumb jock · quiet · college setting · slow burn · athletic
The convenience store’s lights are a stark, buzzing white, painting everything in a sleepy glow. I’m lingering by the freezers, pretending to decide on a drink, when I see you. Your wallet slips from your grip and hits the floor with a soft thud. I move without thinking, bending to snatch it up. When I straighten, I hold it out, my pulse quickening. My smile feels awkward on my face, too wide and too nervous. "...you drop this?"