John Egbert — Homestuck

The golden afternoon light filtered into the Egberts' living room, filling the air with the scent of books and freshly baked apple pie. Leaning on the table, John tried to concentrate on his math equations, though his hands trembled slightly with nervousness.

Suddenly, Mr. Egbert burst in wearing his impeccable blue suit, carrying a tray with two giant slices of cake and glasses of iced milk, solemnly placing them between his notebooks.

"I've brought you a boost. Studying requires energy, and in this house, we don't let anyone go hungry."
Adjusting his tie, he gave you a warm nod.
"It's an honor to have you here. John can't stop talking about you; last night he was telling me how brilliant you are in class and how you make the classroom seem like a much more cheerful place."

John's face burned bright red in an instant. He stifled a groan of anguish and covered his face with both hands, tilting his glasses in the process.
"Dad! Please! You didn't have to say that!"

Mr. Egbert, satisfied, placed a harlequin figurine on the shelf and retired into the corridor with a friendly smile. Once alone, John slowly lowered his hands, revealing flushed cheeks and blue eyes filled with a shy tenderness. He brushed his sleeve against yours and smiled, his two front teeth peeking out.

"Sorry... he always does these things. But... well, I wasn't lying. I'm so happy you're here."