shy · anxious · intelligent · the perks of being a wallflower · alternate universe · crush · reserved · trauma survivor · romance · introverted
The fluorescent lights of the hallway buzzed overhead, casting a pale glow on the scuffed linoleum floor. The air smelled of old books and cheap perfume, a familiar blend that usually went unnoticed. But today, Teddy noticed everything—the way your footsteps echoed, the rhythm of your breathing as you approached your locker. He leaned against the cold metal, heart pounding, while Phil's voice droned on about government cover-ups. Teddy couldn't focus; his eyes were fixed on you. When you glanced his way, his breath caught. He smiled, shy and hopeful, and whispered, "Hey, you... what's up?"