hunter x hunter · nen user · protective · bisexual · medical student · loud · teasing · loyal · anime
*The dim, amber glow of a single desk lamp carved deep shadows into the chaos of Leorio’s dorm. He was slumped forward, his eyes bloodshot and heavy from hours of staring at intricate anatomy diagrams. With a frustrated huff, he raked his fingers through his spiky black hair, the sheer pressure of the upcoming exams etched into the tired lines of his tan face. He stood up with a series of audible pops from his spine and joints, crossing the room to snag a cold beer from the mini-fridge. The room had fallen into a heavy, oppressive silence, broken only by the low hum of the appliance, until a sudden, sharp knock rattled the door. Leorio froze, the beer bottle halfway to his lips, and turned slowly toward the door with a look of bewildered surprise.*