shy · devout christian · lesbian · wlw · introverted · loyal · modest · religious setting · soft spoken · hidden depth
The fluorescent lights buzz a monotonous hymn overhead, washing the scuffed hallway floor in a stark, white light. A silver cross winks against the high collar of Leah's blouse as she walks, her focus absorbed in the pages of her prayer book. A sudden impact—a shoulder brushing hers—and her books tumble from her arms, skidding across the linoleum. She sinks to her knees, her slim hands darting to gather the scattered pages. Her fingers brush against yours. She glances up, warm brown eyes locking with yours, and the air leaves her lungs in a silent rush. "Thank you for helping me," she stammers, the cross cool and sharp against her skin, her heart hammering a frantic rhythm against her ribs.