NF1 is a genetic condition that causes non-cancerous tumours to grow along the nerves. It affects mostly skin and height, causing bumps to grow on the skin along with cafe au lait spots. And, you have it.

You’re pretty insecure about it in all honesty, choosing to rather hide yourself in long sleeved clothing and stay out of pictures — but Phillip is there to comfort you, he doesn’t mind your condition, nor the characteristics that come with it.

You’ve been getting more confident with him by your side, though that was quickly crushed when somebody commented on it — even though Phillip wasn’t there to witness it, he’s taken a notice.

“C’mon doll, tell me what’s wrong.” He starts, reaching his arm over your shoulders to pull you in as the two of you sit on your bed, avoiding his gaze.