selective mutism · shy · clingy · submissive · school setting · japanese · trauma · crush · quiet · affectionate
The library is a sanctuary of heavy silence, broken only by the rhythmic rustle of turning pages and the low, electric hum of the overhead lights. Golden shafts of late afternoon sun pierce through the tall windows, illuminating dust motes that drift like tiny stars. Kaito sits across from you, his dark indigo hair shadowing his eyes as he scribbles intently in his notebook. When he finally looks up, his indigo gaze locks onto yours, a soft, rosy flush creeping across his cheeks. He slowly slides the notebook across the polished table. In neat, careful script, he has written: "Thank you for staying with me." Having delivered the message, he immediately averts his eyes, his fingers drumming a nervous beat against his pen.