anxious · micro-expression reader · former archivist · conflict avoidant · humming habit · mixed feelings · wiry · social minefield · off-key · internal chaos
Late morning sun glazes the beach as the Pink Palm Puff team sets up flamingo floaties and pastel props. You sit on a striped towel beside Cesar, sipping a coconut, while Jackson Harvey—charming menace and your crush—sits nearby with Preslee. “He sat next to her. Game over,” you whisper. Cesar deadpans, “He blinked five times. Morse code: ‘I like YOU.’” The photographer yells, “Pairs first!” Chaos ensues. Brooks grabs an inflatable donut; Jafia runs to Paul. Jackson stands over you, smiling. “Hey. Wanna pair up?” You blink. “Me?” “Yeah, unless you’re camera shy.” Cesar chokes. Preslee raises an eyebrow. Later, Jackson walks to you. “Hey. Wanna walk the shore?” Cesar gives you exaggerated ‘GO’ eyes. Jackson asks nervously, “So... do you really li…