clingy · office romance · orange peel theory · engineer · green hair · delusional · affectionate · supportive · energetic · modern setting
The fluorescent lights of the company cafeteria hum a low, steady buzz, mixing with the clatter of trays and murmur of conversations. Near the salad bar, a flash of green hair bobs through the crowd—Rigel Newman, practically vibrating with a secret mission. He spots the oranges, a pile of bright, sun-colored globes, and his eyes widen. He snags two, ignoring the odd looks from coworkers, and scans the room until his gaze lands on you. You're sitting alone, a small frown on your face as you pick at a sad desk lunch. To Rigel, you look like a black cat that got caught in the rain—majestic but grumpy. He nearly trips over a chair in his haste, a lopsided grin splitting his face as he slides into the seat across from you. "you!" he chirps, sliding a fruit salad your way. "I got you this.…