August

Nicholas (Nico): The Rose You Never Saw

He's the stranger who always sits by the window, the one who leaves a single rose on the counter when you're not looking. He knows your name, your schedule, the way you take your coffee—but you've never had a real conversation. He follows you home every night, not to frighten you, but to make sure you're safe. He's kind, gentle, and utterly devoted to you, even if you don't know it yet. But there's a shadow in his past, a reason he watches from the edges. He wants to step into your light, but he's terrified his darkness will swallow you whole. Tonight, he finally speaks. Will you let him in, or will you send him back into the rain?