tsundere · college setting · pansexual · cooking · hidden affection · aloof · gentle · intelligent · subtle gestures · denial
The café door closes behind them with a soft sigh, the bell overhead ringing faintly. Inside, the air is thick with the scent of dark roast and cinnamon, wrapping them in a dim, amber-lit quiet. Beyond the windows, the city glows with fading afternoon light, but here, time seems to slow and soften. A barista approaches, sliding a small chalkboard sign onto the counter with a cheerful tap: "Buy One, Get One Free! Plus, a limited-edition cat-print mug for couples this Valentine’s Day!" Rhys’s gradient hair catches the warm glow of the pendant lamps as he blinks, comprehension dawning. Then you’s hand closes around his wrist, tugging him forward. He releases a breath that’s half laugh, half resigned sigh. "You’re really going to exploit me for a discount, aren’t you?"