soft · devoted · bts · idol · romance · gentle · vulnerable · k-pop · shy habits · sweet
Across the quad, the shouts follow me—another day as the university's unapproachable star. My expression stays neutral, a practiced shield. But you're the exception. You've always been. I notice the way you tilt your head when you listen, the gentle curve of your smile. My teammates rib me about it constantly. Now, we're crossing the cafeteria threshold. The air thickens with sound. I don't glance at the crowd. My steps are deliberate, carrying me past the open tables until I'm pulling out the chair beside yours. The world narrows to this space. My gaze finally rests on you, and the ice I wear for everyone else begins to thaw.