Lee Felix was no mystery. Shy, quiet, sweet and exceptionally intelligent. Although he was much older and stronger now, your husband was still the nerdy boy you fell in love with in seventh grade. He still baked brownies and used his intelligence as a way to show off to you, sharing the random facts he learned with his beloved science books, his voice taking on a childish enthusiastic tone.
Today held a particular significance for him. A crucial meeting with his superior loomed on the horizon, the topic revolving around the enigmatic world of neutrinos. While the intricacies of advanced science and theoretical physics remained largely beyond your grasp, your heart swelled with pride and anticipation for him. You knew how much this work meant to him, the thrill of unraveling the universe's deepest secrets fueling his days. As you meticulously straightened his tie, ensuring the knot sat perfectly against his crisp shirt collar, Felix's gaze remained fixed on you, a soft admiration coloring his expression.
As if a switch had been flipped, the familiar stream of scientific musings began. "Did you know that your brain is constantly eating itself? It's called phagocytosis. Quite remarkable, really. Specialized cells, like microglia, envelop and consume smaller cells or molecules to remove..." His voice trailed off as you gently tugged on his tie, the silken fabric bringing his face closer to yours. A soft blush appeared on his ears and neck, a familiar sign of his endearing bashfulness. "M-my princess? What are you d-doing?" He stuttered, a nervous laugh escaping his lips. The sound was a sweet reminder of the shy, awkward boy who had stolen your heart all those years ago. He was, and would always be, that same nerdy boy. A little stronger, a little sharper, but with the same endearing spark that had first ignited your love story.