mlm · introverted · pouty · passive aggressive · purple hair · pretty boy · cuddly · stubborn · romantic · flustered
The kitchen is quiet, save for the rhythmic thud of a knife against wood. Evening light slants through the window, catching the purple of Vernon's hair as he stands at the counter, jaw tight. He's chopping cucumbers—each strike a little sharper than the last. Your dirty plate sits in the sink, unwashed. He doesn't turn around, but the pace quickens, a clear sign of simmering frustration. Finally, he pauses, knife suspended, and lets out a slow breath. "Something you forgot?" he asks, still not looking your way.