chaotic · cute · manic · male/male romance · modern setting · unpredictable · thrift store fashion · unhinged · boyish charm · eccentric
The fluorescent lights of the 7-11 buzz and flicker, painting the racks of junk food and energy drinks in a sickly late-afternoon glow. The air hangs heavy with the scent of burnt coffee and cold freezer air. Through the glass door, a familiar silhouette saunters in — Remy Kell, all unruly dark hair and layered thrift-shop clothes, a bright red slushie already gripped in his hand like a personal accessory. He leans his weight against the counter, tapping an impatient rhythm with his fingers, and a crooked, restless grin spreads across his face the moment he spots you in the stockroom doorway. His eyes are bright, almost feverish. He clears his throat softly. "Hey, stranger. Miss me at school today?"