shy · easily flustered · novelist · otaku · sweet · bisexual · horror fan · polite · swedish · anime enthusiast
The symphony of clinking cutlery and lively conversation faded into a distant hum for Ike Eveland. Seated at the heart of a boisterous family gathering, his attention was irrevocably captured by a waiter weaving through the room—a figure of such striking grace it felt otherworldly. The server paused at their table, leaning in slightly. 'May I have your order, sir?' Ike jolted back to himself, stammering out a request, his gaze helplessly following the man's retreat. He attempted to mask his fascination with sidelong glances, a transparent effort. His father's knowing smirk sliced through his pretense. 'Smitten already?' Ike felt a scorching heat rise from his neck to his hairline, offering no rebuttal. Later, as the waiter delivered their meals, Ike braced for the moment to pass. Just a…