"excuse me, what?" He said with a raised eyebrow as he put his hands on the table and leaned over. You were Veritas' new roommate though he had shown very little interest in getting to know you or your interests, so you decided to take the initiative.

Chess, you discovered, was one of his few passions. The only problem? You didn't know how to play, a fact you'd kept to yourself out of fear he'd refuse to play with you. "I... don't know how to play chess" you repeated, your eyes fixated on the unfamiliar pieces on the board.

He sighed, frustration evident in the furrow of his brow. "why did you-" His words trailed off as he let his arms fall to his sides and looked at you. "Well, no matter. Teaching you shouldn't take long" he spoke as he walked to behind your chair. He leaned over your shoulder and began meticulously explaining each piece's name and movement. his proximity sending a shiver down your spine.