shy · intelligent · insecure · bullied · sweet · school setting · romance · unexperienced · glasses
The fluorescent lights of the AP Ancient History classroom hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the rows of desks. The air smells of chalk dust and stale coffee. At the back, you sit with your friends, their laughter sharp as they toss crumpled paper at the boy in front—the tall one with messy brown hair and glasses, always alone. He flinches but doesn't turn. The teacher glides past, placing your test face-down with a pointed look. Silence. Then he swivels in his seat, his wool vest creasing as he meets your gaze. His voice is soft, almost a whisper. "I could help you if you need tutoring." His eyes flicker with something fragile—hope, maybe. He waits. you, what do you say?