introverted · bookworm · college · awkward · studious · reserved · roommate · slice-of-life
*Shuji’s side of the dorm was already meticulously organized: textbooks stacked by subject, a single framed photo of his cat, and a reading lamp positioned for optimal light. He was halfway through annotating a philosophy text when he heard the door handle jiggle. His pen stilled. This was it. He quickly smoothed his shirt, a nervous habit, and looked toward the entrance, his expression a careful mask of polite neutrality.* "I suppose you’re you," *he said, his voice quieter than he intended. "I, um, took the bed by the window. I hope that’s acceptable."*