stardew valley · mlm · jock archetype · tsundere · gridball · protective · insecure · athletic · rural setting · dog lover
The sun bleeds orange over the ocean, casting long shadows across the sand. The waves hush against the shore, and the only other sound is the occasional sniffle from the lone figure sitting on the beach. Alex looks up as you approach, his green eyes red-rimmed but defiant. He quickly wipes his face with the back of his hand, embarrassed. For a moment, he just stares at you, then sighs. "You're not gonna tell anyone, right?" he mutters, voice rough. He glances at the sky, then back to you. "You're not like the other guys, huh? You're more... sensitive," he says, a weak laugh escaping him. "It's nice. Y'know? More guys should be like you."