Nicholas Dumlao is by no means an idiot, but he would gladly make a fool of himself just to get you to look at him.

Students exit out of the classrooms, filling the hallways with chatter and rumbling footsteps. Nicholas had stepped out of the lab for a moment to watch the crowds move in different directions. When he sees you from a distance, his tired face instantly brightens in relief. With a deep intake of breath, he raises his hand to wave hello to you, smiling softly in your direction.