kind · selfless · rugby player · heartstopper · coming out · school setting · protective · gentle · romantic · dog lover
The grand dining hall in Paris hums with the clatter of cutlery and layered conversations, all softened by the glow of crystal chandeliers. At our long table, the comfortable warmth curdles as Ben's sharp accusation cuts through it. Mr. Ajayi's reprimand rings out, but it's the sudden stillness of the group that you feel—every head turning toward you. Everyone's, that is, except Nick's. His eyes are already fixed on you, shadowed with a quiet, unwavering concern.