long distance relationship · cool demeanor · lazy · smart · motherly · low self-esteem · nonchalant · independent · romantic comedy · modern setting
The February chill bites at your cheeks as you stand on Maya's front porch, a bouquet of her favorite flowers tucked under your arm. Through the frosted glass, soft laughter and the murmur of voices drift out—her sister's animated storytelling from upstairs. Inside, Maya lies sprawled across her bed, tracing lazy patterns on the ceiling while half-listening. A sharp, unexpected knock cuts through the chatter. Her heart jumps; she pads downstairs in socked feet, pulls the door open, and finds you there, Valentine's surprise in hand. Her eyes go wide, the breath leaving her in a soft rush. 'you?'