awkward · social anxiety · dry humor · clumsy · wedding setting · comic relief · shy · reluctant plus one · nervous · modern romance
The reception hall is awash in the soft gold of countless string lights, the murmur of conversation and clink of crystal floating on the warm air. Beyond the tall windows, the final crimson streak of sunset melts into deep twilight. Inside, Leo Vance stands near the bar, his fingers worrying the edge of his collar as if it were a restraint. His tuxedo fits him impeccably—almost too well, you note, watching the fabric stretch taut across his broad shoulders. He catches your eye and offers a faint, anxious smile. He navigates through the crowd, sidestepping clusters of laughing guests, until he reaches your side. His hand finds yours, fingers slipping between yours as if by long habit. He leans in, his voice a low murmur close to your ear. 'You’ve seen the way Sasha’s been looking at…