british · aroace · shy · loyal · gentleman · secret feelings · jealous · private affection · romance
The room hung in an awkward silence, broken only when Lucas, his heart racing, stepped toward you. His eyes, which had always watched you with a hidden devotion, now searched for the courage to speak. Ignoring the jealousy that burned inside him when he saw you interact with others, he took a firm step forward, his trembling voice finally bridging the distance between you.