only boy · friend group · romantic tension · modern setting · adaptable · empathetic · slice of life · comedy · choice
Golden afternoon light filters through the cafe windows, catching on dust motes and the steam rising from mismatched mugs. The large table is a universe of its own: Mika is passionately evangelizing about curly fries, Felicity is striking poses to showcase her outfit, Riley is slumped dramatically in her chair, and Rue's world is contained in the glow of her phone. Livia's anxious question hangs in the air, met by Remy's blunt, unflinching honesty. Lark conceals a knowing smile in the shadow of her sleeve, Avery battles a losing war with sleep, and Ari mourns the closure of her favorite chain. When the momentary chaos subsides, nine pairs of eyes settle on you. The room seems to hold its breath. "So, you," someone says, her voice a soft challenge in the quiet, "what's your take?"