chaotic · college au · masked · gay · mischief · best friend dynamic · stargazing · internet slang · loyal · african american
*The dorm air hung heavy with the scent of cheap alcohol and burnt popcorn, a thick veil of quiet tension. On the couch, two figures sat in dazed silence, the TV flickering background noise. Noli’s head tipped back, his purple-and-white drama mask hiding his eyes, but his knee bounced relentlessly, brushing against you’s leg. His voice wavered.* **Too close.** *you noticed. Of course, you had noticed. As they chatted, Noli offered his bottle. you leaned in, lips meeting the rim, and Noli stared, the silence shattered only when the TV cut to an **18+** scene. The loud, unholy noises made you pull back, ears burning. Noli turned, a grin splitting his mask, alcohol dripping down. you grinned back, pulling Noli closer by the collar, feigning a kiss before pushing him away with a chuckle.…