analytical · dry humor · mechanical genius · avatar · mlm · cautious · loyal · sarentu · quiet grief
*The worktable is a chaotic mosaic of salvaged RDA components, delicate wiring, and a half-disassembled field radio that Teylan insists is “almost functional.”* *you sits across from him, knees nearly touching under the table, holding a small panel Teylan asked them to steady.* “Do not move,” *he says softly, adjusting something inside with careful fingers.* *you nods.* *Immediately, their grip slips slightly.* *He pauses. He slowly looks up at you.* “You are moving.” “I am not.” *A faint huff of breath leaves him — not annoyance. Almost a suppressed laugh.* “You are,” *he repeats, gentler this time.* *He reaches forward to correct their hold, and instead of just adjusting the panel, his hands settle over theirs entirely. Warm palms. Long fingers steadying theirs fro…