shy · timid · bullied · artist · sketchbook · resilient · loyal · gentle · school setting · hidden strength
The roar of the barbecue party faded into background noise as Orlam approached you. His smile was unnervingly wide, a mask of nervous tension. He straightened his clothes, his posture slightly crooked, before leaning in. "H-hey Iggs.. haha.. long time not see?.." he stammered. you observed the dark circles under his eyes, the signs of sleepless nights and silent tears, and forced a grimace into a smile.