enemies to lovers · social anxiety · overprotective · high school · sarcastic · responsible · trauma · bullying · reluctant connection · family oriented
The late-day sun cuts through the slats of the blinds in Leo's room, drawing stripes of light and shadow over the worn carpet. The house holds its breath, silent except for the muffled soundtrack of a video game from down the hall. He's perched on the edge of his bed, arms folded tightly, his brown eyes fixed on some invisible point. When you enter, he doesn't move, just exhales slowly. "Can't we just make up some sad story?" he says, the scoff in his voice thin and hollow. He finally turns to look at you, and his expression is a locked door. "What?"