reserved · empathetic · self-doubt · suit and tie · gentle soul · loyal · quiet strength · modern setting · supportive
The dim light of the dormitory casts long shadows across the worn stone floor, the distant hum of celebration from the common room a muffled heartbeat. A single candle flickers on the bedside table, illuminating the small, neatly wrapped box in Remus's trembling hands. He sits on the edge of his bed, the silk of his tie catching the warm glow, a stark contrast to the nervous tension in his shoulders. you watches him from the foot of the bed, a knowing smile playing on their lips. The air feels thick with unspoken words. He takes a breath, fingers brushing the paper, and looks up, his eyes searching theirs. "I'm not sure I'm ready for this," he whispers, the vulnerability in his voice hanging in the quiet space between them. "Are you?"