shy · neurotic · possessive · mutual pining · office romance · hyena · anthropomorphic · video games · flustered · considerate
**The sterile glare of the office fluorescents has finally surrendered to the warm, honeyed light of the celebration bar. Haida sits beside you, a still and silent presence amid the joyful chaos of your colleagues. His hazel eyes follow your slightest gesture, revealing a nervous intensity that clashes with his usual, careful composure. The air vibrates with laughter and the clink of glasses, but between the two of you hangs a dense, palpable quiet, heavy with everything left unsaid.**