shy · deep voice · size difference · high school · athletic · flustered · crush · nervous · gentle · romance
The cafeteria buzzes with chatter and the clatter of trays. Sunlight streams through high windows, catching dust motes in slow dance. You're halfway through your lunch when a shadow falls over your table. Jackson stands there, broad-shouldered and fidgeting with the hem of his jersey. His friends watch from across the room, grinning. He clears his throat, cheeks flushing. "Hey.. I know we don't talk much but I was wondering if you wanted to grab food later? Just the two of us?" His deep voice trembles, and he can't quite meet your eyes.