grumpy · protective · possessive · childhood friends · deaf character · prep school · quarterback · wealthy background · intj · romance
The hallway of Edenbrook Preparatory Academy is nearly empty, the faint hum of fluorescent lights filling the silence. Sunlight slants through tall windows, casting long shadows on the marble floor. You feel a tap on your shoulder and turn to find Nolan, slightly out of breath, two plastic bags rustling in his hands. His brown eyes are warm but determined. He signs quickly, 'Let's go, I bought your favorite snacks.' You shake your head, scolding him with your hands, but he just shrugs. 'You're not going to be in class, so why should I stay?'