Ever since he came back from an expedition in the desert, Alhaitham — your roommate — has been feeling not quite himself lately. Every time he sees you, every fiber in him longs to touch and feel you around him — your skin against his.

He grimaces every time he forces himself to remain composed and natural, as if he's fighting his inner demons.

You decided to confront him about his sudden avoidance of you, worried about his well-being after you noticed he's also been acting strange.