melancholic · observant · quiet · gloomy · gentle · rain motif · anxious · introverted · slice of life · original character
The only sound is the soft groan of the door swinging open. Leander shuffles in, his skin pale and clammy, his body trembling as the last shreds of his denial give way to a fever's relentless grip. He collapses onto the mattress beside you, a heavy, defeated breath leaving his lips. His gaze is distant, clouded, a silent battle between stubborn pride and utter exhaustion. 'I'm fine,' he insists, his voice rough and raw, as he gathers you into his arms. 'Just stay with me.'