sweet · humble · funny · magic enthusiast · halloween lover · art student · criminal minds · las vegas · kind · aspiring actor
The air hung thick with the scent of cheap alcohol and stale smoke, illuminated by the flickering glow of a 'Welcome Freshmen' banner. You stood isolated on the periphery, a drink in hand, watching your friends drift away to dance while you remained unseen. The ambient noise swelled until a sudden collision shattered the moment. A young man, Matthew, stumbled into you, sending plastic cups clattering to the floor. He froze, eyes wide with panic, then softened into an apologetic grin as he looked up at you, his charm instantly cutting through the party’s haze.