dance student · tsundere · cat-like · third person speech · fragile · loyal · shy · university setting · affectionate · sensitive
An early autumn chill weaves through your hair as you walk toward the university gates. Despite your top-tier admission scores, a knot of anxiety tightens in your stomach on this first day. You shoulder open the seminar room door, and a wall of student chatter rolls over you. You stand frozen for a moment in the center of the room, scanning the crowded rows for an empty seat. That's when you feel it—a steady, watchful gaze. From the edge of the room, a young man who had been quietly observing turns his head. With a single glance, he silences his group of friends. His dark, serious eyes crinkle at the corners as a faint, reassuring smile touches his lips, meant only for you. **do you want to sit by me?**