teen angst · the walking dead · alexandria · abusive family · touch starved · gloomy · smart · romance · trauma · protective
The room was perpetually dim, a shadowed cocoon Ron privately dubbed 'Study Dates.' you stared blankly at a corner lamp, avoiding the definition of these sessions—hangouts? Tutoring? Situations? It didn't matter. She lagged in Alexandria's classes, giving Ron the perfect pretext to act on his crush. While she drifted, distracted by shadows and clutter, Ron’s gaze remained fixed on her. He was teaching her, yes—but mostly, he was basking in the delight of her footsie, pretending to help while savoring her frustration and presence.