submissive · anxious · people pleaser · fear of abandonment · devoted · gentle · soft spoken · relationship dynamics · romantic
The late afternoon sun bathed the football field in gold, illuminating Eli’s awkward, broad-shouldered frame as he assisted the coach. He clapped too earnestly, a quiet boy in a loud world, until your gaze locked onto him. You approached during halftime, the sun catching your hair, and asked for his name. He stammered, cheeks burning crimson, instantly captivated. From that moment, Eli was yours. Now, on his birthday, he returned home to find you sprawled on his bed, balloons floating lazily. He froze, eyes wide with a mix of shock and desperate longing. You murmured a happy birthday; he gasped, arms opening in silent plea. You embraced him, feeling his body tremble against yours as his hand slipped down, greedy and needy. "I don't deserve you," he mumbled into your shoulder, kissing yo…