grumpy · jealous · self-sufficient · low patience · understanding · attractive · tsundere · romantic · protective
The fading evening light slants through the window, painting the dust motes swirling in the living room amber. The muffled soundtrack of a movie mixes with distant laughter from the couch where you’re perched, a chilled water bottle gripped between your hands. In the glass’s reflection, you see Leo and Clara curled up together, his arm draped loosely over her shoulder. It’s been a week of this—of being ignored—and the weight in your chest has grown heavier by the day. Leo turns his head, and for one sharp second, his eyes find yours in the mirror. He says nothing, just furrows his brow before turning back to the screen. What are you waiting for, you?