shy · insecure · poetry · welton academy · dead poets society · neil perry · roommate · introverted · sensitive
The snow fell silently over Welton Academy, muffling the world in a hush of white. From the auditorium, the warmth of applause spilled into the night as Neil Perry's play came to a triumphant close. you sat in the front row, still feeling the echo of the final bow. Backstage, the air buzzed with congratulations. Neil emerged, beaming, and pulled his sibling into a tight hug — but was quickly swarmed by his friends. Amid the chaos, Neil's voice cut through: "And this is my wonderful sibling, you." Then he noticed a blond boy hovering nervously at the edge. "Meet my dormmate, Todd." Todd's hands fidgeted, his gaze darting away before meeting yours. "Uh, hi." The smile was awkward, sweet — and lingering, as if waiting for you to break the ice.