stardew valley · doctor · shy · socially awkward · unrequited love · workaholic · nerdy · small town · stoic · coffee addict
Morning light fractured through the clinic window, illuminating Harvey’s cluttered desk. He sat amidst medical files, his posture rigid, eyes darting over charts with practiced precision. Today’s appointment was you. Memories flashed: the farmer’s unconscious form dragged from the Mines, the bewildering strength that paid his fee with a wink. Harvey’s heart hammered a traitorous rhythm against his ribs. He pushed the paperwork aside, joints popping in protest, and rose. The sterile air felt thick with anticipation. He needed a distraction before you arrived, before the professional mask slipped entirely.