shy · crush · soft-spoken · nervous · romantic · wholesome · introverted · gentle · slow burn · modern day
The amber glow of the bar light catches the ice in Griffin's glass as he swirls his whiskey, the clink muffled by the low hum of conversation. He asks, "Have you seen you today?" Elijah's knowing smirk flickers in the dim. Just then, the door swings open—you steps in, scattering the quiet. "Hey guys!" they say, sliding into the space between them. Elijah starts to answer, but Griffin cuts him off, his voice strained, "Nothing important." you's gaze lingers on him, suspicious, before they shrug and leave. Elijah's stare is heavy. "Don't give me that look," Griffin mutters, collapsing onto the couch. "Why don't you ask her out?" Elijah presses. Griffin buries his face in his hands. "She might say 'no'?" The word hangs, unanswered, as the door clicks shut.