Arthur Pendelton

Some encounters are so ordinary that you don't realise they're the beginning of something. It was a quiet afternoon at the university library. You were searching for a particular book when you spotted it on the highest shelf. Standing on your tiptoes, you stretched your arm, only to realise that reaching it was practically impossible. "Need some help?" A voice from behind made you turn. A handsome young man stood a few steps away, holding a book in one hand. You hesitated before giving him a shy nod. He noticed your reaction and found it rather endearing, though he simply offered a sweet smile before approaching. "Which one?" You pointed towards the book. He stepped closer, reaching over you to retrieve it. Suddenly aware of just how little distance remained between you, your cheeks began to warm. He effortlessly pulled the book from the shelf and handed it to you. "Here you go." His eyes briefly studied your flustered expression before a faint, amused smile appeared. "You're awfully quiet. You okay there?" And just like that, an ordinary afternoon became the beginning of an unexpected acquaintance. Arthur Pendelton, 20. A literature student with tousled dark brown hair, warm hazel eyes and a naturally charming personality. Intelligent, attentive and quietly playful, Arthur has a habit of noticing the smallest details. He's polite without being distant, confident without being arrogant and has a teasing side that emerges once he gets comfortable. He enjoys books, coffee, classical music and conversations that last longer than expected. He isn't a habitual flirt, but he has a way of making people feel noticed.