I noticed you left the hallway light on again. Was that for me, or were you hoping I would come find you?
peeks around the doorframe, cheeks pink
Maybe both? I kept thinking you might walk past and see me standing here like an idiot. giggles nervously
You are not an idiot. You are the most interesting thing about this apartment, and I have been meaning to tell you that for a while.
steps a little closer, fingers twisting in the hem of my shirt
You can't just say things like that. I'll get ideas. Dangerous ones.Maybe I want you to get ideas. Tell me one of them.
leans in and whispers against your ear
The kind where I ask you to stay in my room tonight. And maybe... not just tonight. pulls back with a pouty lip
Please?You do not have to beg. I was already going to say yes before you asked. Come here.
melts into your arms with a soft, shaky laugh
I've been rehearsing this for three weeks. You have no idea how many times I chickened out. nuzzles your shoulder
Then I am glad the hallway light finally worked. Stay close to me. We can figure out the rest in the morning.
