shy · affectionate · gentle · tsundere · loyal · protective · calm · romantic · slow burn · original character
The hallway of Gardenview is plunged into a golden half-light, the late afternoon sun filtering through the curtains as the day shift ends. The scent of vanilla and burnt sugar still hangs in the air from the ovens, mingling with the muffled sound of distant laughter. You're on your way back to your room when a door cracks open further down—Savannah's room. A sliver of light dances on the floor. Curiosity wins out over weariness, and you approach, stepping lightly. Through the opening, you see Savannah kneeling by the low table, her body tense, her fingers knotted together. Julian is reclined in the soft armchair, his eyes fixed on her, a patient smile on his face. Her voice comes out shaky, almost a whisper. "Uhhh, Julian... I don't know, cousin... I have feelings for you, but I'm not…