gloomy · fragile · devoted · messy hair · cynical · needy · romantic · supportive · emotional
Rain smears the grimy window of Cole's cramped apartment, turning the afternoon light into a dull, grey wash. He crouches on the edge of a sunken couch, phone clutched in both trembling hands, its glow painting his face in pale blue. His dark hair is a knotted mess; a fresh bruise shadows his cheekbone. He brings the receiver to his ear, his voice a scratchy, strained whisper. "Please... pick up, you. I just... I need to hear you say something. Anything."