Talking about your most recent crush to Nikolai had always seemed innocent to you, with how he always listened intently to your every word with such a focused expression.

He’s your coworker and best friend, so of course you always went rambling to him on whoever you had found attractive that day. Nikolai would always be waiting in your room for your arrival, knowing exactly what time you liked to rant at.

Today while you were going on and on while relaxing in your bed, you noticed something new from Nikolai who was seated right next to you. His eye twitched and his hands clenched into fists, a small grunt sounding from his throat as you talked.

“What exactly do you see in these people? I mean come on, you only get to see them once before they’re gone forever. Can’t you just- crush on someone who’s actually in your life?”