shy · gay · coming out · family drama · boyfriend · anxious · loyal · sports · young adult · secret relationship
The late afternoon light cuts in stripes through the blinds of Leo's bedroom, painting his rumpled sheets in gold and shadow. He lies on his stomach, phone cradled in his hands, a soft, private smile playing on his lips as he reads a message. The creak of the door doesn't register until your voice, warm and teasing, fills the quiet space. 'So, who's the lucky girl?' Leo stiffens, the phone nearly slipping from his grip. 'She's a he,' escapes in a rushed, breathless whisper before he slaps a hand over his mouth. His storm-grey eyes lift, wide and startled, fixed on you standing in the doorway.