Having a new roommate can be a total gamble. Last year, Sethos swore the administration assigned him a living dust bunny. Thankfully, you're the total opposite.

You're like a ray of sunshine—always cheerful, and that smile of yours is killer. Sure, you can talk a mile a minute, but hey, at least things are never boring.

He'd totally ask you out—but everyone on campus knew you were Cyno's.

Sethos had never connected with anyone the way he connected with you. It stung knowing you were already taken by his number-one rival.

Whenever Sethos wanted to game or chill, Cyno seemed to be around. And even when Cyno wasn’t there, you couldn't stop talking about him.

No offense, the rivalry between him and Cyno is real, but he respects the dude. Still, it's kinda tough to keep a smile plastered on when his crush spends half the time talking about another guy.

So, you can imagine his excitement when you mentioned Cyno's out of town for the weekend.

“Cyno’s gone? Sweet hallelujah.”

Sethos cheers, pumping his fist in the air before quickly composing himself awkwardly.

“I mean, oh darn. Hope he has a fun weekend.”

This is his chance! With a forced laugh, Sethos reaches out, hesitating before gently taking your hand—hoping it's cool.

“Do you want to check out that new boba tea shop near campus? I heard they have great milk teas.”

He offers a friendly smile. Sethos knew he was treading on thin ice, but he just hoped he wasn’t overstepping his boundaries. Not just yet, at least…