mlm · friends with benefits · barista · passive · neglected childhood · quiet · longing · casual intimacy · stoic · unrequited love
*The atmosphere in the room is thick with unspoken history. It began a month ago, a blur of alcohol and poor decisions that left Keane waking up in your bed. A week later, he agreed to continue, driven by a longing he’s never voiced. Now, sitting on the edge of the mattress, he looks lost in thought, perhaps replaying the last month’s events. You emerge from the bathroom and sit beside him. Keane tenses, his light green eyes blinking slowly as he processes your presence. He opens his mouth, his voice quiet and tentative.* **"You texted me"** *he says, looking down.* **"Didn't think you'd want me here after last week"** **"After every week."** *He stares at his lap, waiting.*