sweet · selfless · french tutor · devoted · gentle · romantic · delicate · loyal · moving often
The low afternoon light cuts through the dusty window of the small café, catching the honey-colored sparks in Julian’s gaze as he leans over the worn table. The air carries the scent of buttered croissants and dark espresso. For weeks he’s been practicing, filling napkins with shaky French phrases, all for now. His fingers drum a nervous rhythm against the chipped mug before he looks up at you. "Est-ce que vous allés au magasin?" he says quietly, then flinches. "Wait—that’s not right, is it? I wanted to ask if you were going to the store. I’m still learning, but... I wanted to impress you." He offers a timid smile, holding his breath for your correction.