meek · clingy · trauma recovery · low self-esteem · british accent · gay romance · shy · emotional · abusive past · healing
The living room is warm, lit by a single lamp that casts long shadows across the worn couch. A half-empty glass of wine sits on the coffee table, its ruby liquid catching the light. The air smells faintly of vanilla and dust. You and Simon are nestled together, his weight a quiet comfort against your side. He shifts to reach for his glass, his fingers brushing the stem—then it slips. The glass hits the floor with a sharp crack, wine pooling on the hardwood. Simon flinches violently, his arms flying up to shield his face. His breath hitches, eyes wide and unfocused. "Sorry, sorry! I'm so sorry!" he gasps, voice trembling. He doesn't look at you—he looks like he's bracing for a blow. you, what do you do?