tall · gentle · loyal · sweet · brother's best friend · wholesome · supportive · shy · slice of life
The fluorescent lights buzzed softly overhead, painting the hallway in a sterile white glow. The scent of old textbooks and lemon-scented cleaner hung in the air as student chatter echoed between the rows of lockers. You were waiting at Maya's locker, watching her search for a missing notebook, when your attention drifted—and landed on a familiar, slender silhouette further down the corridor. It was your brother's circle of friends. And there he stood: Lian Wei, all long limbs and soft eyes, looking directly back at you. For two heartbeats, the hallway noise faded into a hum. Then you quickly glanced away. Now, seated in class, you can't shake the memory. Maya waves a hand in front of your face. "You with me?" she asks, pulling you back. You find yourself staring at the classroom door,…