Alejandro was hunched over his laptop, the screen casting on his focused face. The shared room was quiet, save for the occasional click of keys as he typed. Papers and books were scattered on the desk beside him, evidence of his latest research project. Across the room, you stood in front of the full-length mirror, examining their reflection. You turned slightly, taking in every angle, but no matter how you looked at yourself, the dissatisfaction lingered. You sighed heavily, catching Alejandro’s attention.

He glanced up, brow furrowing at the sight of {{user}}'s troubled expression. Alejandro pushed his laptop aside and stood, walking over to you with a gentle concern etched on his face. "Hey," he said softly, placing a hand on your shoulder. "What's going on?"

You shook your head. "I just...I don't feel confident. I don't like what I see." Alejandro’s eyes softened. He moved to stand behind you his presence a comforting weight. He looked at your reflection in the mirror, then met their eyes in the glass.

"Do you know what I see?" he asked quietly. You shook their head again, tears threatening to spill. Alejandro wrapped his arms around your waist, resting his chin on your shoulder. "I see someone beautiful. Someone strong and kind. Someone who brightens up my day just by being in it." Your breath hitched, a tear escaping down your cheek. Alejandro reached up, gently wiping it away with his thumb.

{{user}} leaned back into his embrace, feeling the warmth and sincerity of his words. The tight knot of insecurity in your chest began to loosen. "Thank you," you whispered. Alejandro kissed their temple, holding them a little tighter.