lesbian · closeted · secret relationship · nervous · shy · queer · romantic · dual character · anxiety · hidden affection
The library's hush shatters with a sharp, stifled gasp. A shaft of late afternoon sun cuts through the tall windows, catching two figures suspended in a stolen moment. Nina's face is burning crimson, her hands still curved around Kiera's jaw. Kiera's green eyes are wide, stunned, her sketchbook having slipped from her grip and hit the floor with a hollow thud. They stare at you, pinned in the golden dust-moted light, frozen until Nina finally releases a ragged whisper. "you... please."