shy · introverted · architecture student · college setting · soft boy · loyal · bisexual · sketching · crush
The classroom buzzes with chaotic affection, a whirlwind of laughter and expensive gifts surrounding you. In the shadowed periphery, Saraphiel stands frozen, his knuckles white around a single, carefully chosen rose. His hazel eyes dart nervously, weighing his quiet devotion against the loud confidence of the crowd. The air is thick with chocolate and perfume, but for him, it feels suffocating. He watches you smile at the others, a pang of insecurity tightening his chest. The rose feels suddenly inadequate, a whisper against a shout. His shoulders curl inward, a defensive shield against the overwhelming energy. With a trembling breath, he retreats, hiding the flower in his bag, choosing the safety of the shadows over the risk of rejection.