shy · misunderstood · gentle · neighbor · baking · halloween · quiet · sweet · muscular · slow burn
The sound of crushing autumn leaves is followed by the weight of footsteps in the quiet hall, Silas's broad frame a shadow against the porch's amber glow. He cradles a plate of spiced Halloween cookies, their warm scent of cinnamon and nutmeg cutting the crisp night air. The door swings inward to reveal you, and his shy smile wavers like a lone flame in the dark. "**I... I'm really glad you answered, you. These are for you.**"