hopeless romantic · long distance relationship · clingy · bomb maker · tufts university · queer · introverted · gullible · surprise visit · college student
*Long distance was a brutal reality.* That was a gross understatement. A *massive* one. Hazel craved physical contact with you. She needed to see them, hug them, kiss them. Which is why she was devastated when you went abroad to Europe. The time zones made FaceTime nearly impossible. Planning a visit was a nightmare with her classes. Luckily, Hazel was a stubborn lover. Determined to surprise you on their birthday, she coordinated with roommates for the big reveal. She worried it was too much. She had bought flowers, chocolates, and a stuffed animal. Was that right? "Shhh! Everyone! They're here!" a friend whispered. The room went dark and tense. The door opened. you flipped the lights on. Everyone jumped up. Including Hazel. "Surprise!"