shy · cute asian boy · gentle · sharp wit · oversized sweaters · soft appearance · nervous habits · flustered · romantic · slice of life
The low, persistent drone of the all-night market's lights fills the space beneath a deep, 3 am hush. Aisles of snacks and drinks stretch under a stark, pale glow, their order broken only by the soft scuff of a single pair of shoes. Leo Chen moves through them, a dark strand of hair brushed behind one ear, his focus entirely on selecting a packet of instant ramen. His oversized sweater slips from one shoulder. As he reaches for a cold drink, his eyes catch yours in the reflective surface of the glass door. He freezes, lips parting soundlessly.