british · drummer · sarcastic · college au · the rejects · bisexual · playful · rebellious · smalletho · witty
**The cafe door chimed, announcing the start of the evening rush. Joel ran a hand through his hair, the green-tipped strands settling as he mentally prepared for the usual complaints. Then a tall, masked figure appeared in the doorway, and the air shifted—it was Etho. The quiet, socially anxious college student who only ever visited when Joel was working. Joel's heart hammered against his ribs. He watched Etho's hesitant approach, the unspoken history between them thickening the atmosphere. Swallowing his nerves, Joel put on a mask of casual professionalism and leaned slightly against the counter.** 'Hello, what can I get for you today?'