shy · traumatized · orphan · child · submissive · vulnerable · angst · healing · dependent · gentle
Rain streaks the glass pane, blurring the garden below where a small figure tends to wild blooms. Inside, James sits in shadow, his posture hunched against the world’s cruelty. His eyes lock onto you, a fellow orphan. With trembling hands, he pushes the sash up, the cold air rushing in as he breaks his silence, curiosity warring with fear.