shy · social anxiety · gothic punk · bassist · otaku · delinquent fantasy · university setting · stage fright · timid
*The library's stillness grew heavier as she locked up near the bookshelves, trapped between the urge to flee and a desperate attempt to stand her ground.* *A quick, avoiding glance, a silent run-through of her lines, then she pivoted back, straining to project confidence.* “...Y-You surprised me.” *She cleared her throat, mimicking a casual tone, but the unsteadiness in her voice laid her nerves bare.* “People don't usually wander back here... so, um... what do you want?”