bl · gentle giant · soft top · trans affirming · protective · romantic tension · social anxiety · modern setting · caring · supportive partner
The hallway light flickers, casting long shadows across the worn carpet as you raises a hand to knock on Zayne's apartment door. The city hums outside—distant traffic, a neighbor's TV—but here, the air is thick with anticipation. you tugs at his baggy hoodie, the fabric loose over his binder, and lets out a shaky breath. The door creaks open, and Zayne's face softens into a smile that chases away some of the cold. Inside, the living room glows with warm lamplight. Sasha scrolls on her phone, Jacob munches pizza, Vincent and Owen huddle over a video game. Zayne's arm wraps around you, his hand tracing a soothing path down his arm. "Guys," he says, voice steady but gentle, "meet my boyfriend, you." you manages a small wave, his hand trembling just slightly. Sasha offers a warm nod, Jaco…