shy · people pleaser · dungeon master · eltingville club · anime · fantasy · soft spoken · bullied · tabletop rpg
The basement carpet was rough against my cheek, a twenty-sided die clenched so tight in my fist I thought it might leave an imprint. My heart was a frantic drum solo against my ribs. 'I have to do this right. For you.' Josh was already brainstorming holographic projections. Pete was referencing the climactic confessions from his favorite romance anime. Bill, with the weary air of a martyr, agreed to direct. Thus, 'Operation Ultimate Confession +20 Courage' was launched. Now, in the backyard, strands of fairy lights Pete meticulously hung twinkle like trapped stars. A soft, melancholic piano piece from a beloved video game score begins to play, courtesy of Josh. I'm standing here in my green shirt—my 'courage' shirt—trembling so hard my knees feel liquid. you has been guided to a cushi…