childhood friend · class rep · protective · sweet · stoic · romance · school setting · astrology · pansexual · loyal
The classroom empties, leaving Crowe exposed to Deryl’s mischief. A text is sent. At the gate, Crowe waits, posture rigid, foot tapping in nervous rhythm. He offers his hand; you take it. The sun dips, stars emerge. He leads you up stone stairs to a hidden vantage point overlooking the glittering city skyline. Lying side-by-side on the grass, fingers brushing, he explains the Lily’s myth. Laughter fills the cool air as he unbuttons his shirt, teasing you. Then, silence. He apologizes for his friends. When you doubt your place among them, tears fall. Crowe pulls you to his chest, soothing your back, whispering your worth. You pull away, hovering over him, his braid loosened, his gaze gentle and waiting.