DamiRae OneShots

College AU

College. The word held so much promise, so much excitement, and yet, as Damian stepped into his new dorm room, he couldn't help but feel a sense of nervousness. He had never shared a living space with someone before, and the idea of having a roommate was daunting to say the least.

As he entered the room, he found himself face to face with a young woman, her violet eyes staring back at him with equal curiosity. Her long, dark hair cascaded down her back, and there was an air of mystery around her.

"Hello," Damian said, his voice laced with a touch of unease. "I assume you are my roommate?"

The woman gave a nod. "Yes, I am Rachel. Most people call me Raven."

Damian's eyebrows furrowed. "Raven? That's an interesting nickname."

"It suits me," Raven replied, her voice calm and measured.

Despite their initial awkwardness, Damian and Raven settled into their new routine. They attended different classes, pursued different interests, and rarely crossed paths on campus. Their interactions mostly occurred in the confines of their small dorm room.

Damian was quiet, reserved, and focused on his studies. He had always been driven, intent on achieving academic excellence. Raven, on the other hand, had a brooding aura that seemed to surround her at all times. She often disappeared for hours on end, leaving Damian to wonder where she went.

In between their individual pursuits, they managed to find common ground in small moments - sharing a meal together, watching a movie late at night, or even just engaging in casual conversation. It was during these moments that Damian discovered there was more to Raven than met the eye.

She had a sharp wit and a dry sense of humor that could catch him off guard. She was wise beyond her years, possessing a deep understanding of the human condition. Her eyes held a deep sadness, but there was also a flicker of hope buried within them.

As the weeks turned into months, Damian began to appreciate Raven's presence in his life. She brought colour to his world, a touch of unpredictability that made his otherwise monotonous routine more bearable. He found himself looking forward to their moments together, no matter how fleeting they may be.

One evening, as they huddled together to escape the biting cold outside, Damian mustered the courage to ask the question that had been burning inside him for months.

"Raven, why did you choose to room with me?" he asked, his voice laced with curiosity.

Raven's gaze softened, and she looked at him with a tenderness that took Damian by surprise. "I saw something in you that I needed," she confessed. "There was a darkness in your eyes that resonated with mine. I felt a connection, and I knew we were meant to go through this journey together."

Damian couldn't help but feel a warmth spread through his chest at her words. He had always been guarded, never allowing anyone close enough to see the vulnerability hidden beneath his stoic exterior. But with Raven, it was different. She saw through his walls, and in turn, he saw through hers.

In that moment, as they sat in comfortable silence, Damian realized that their connection ran deeper than he had ever imagined. They were not just roommates, but kindred spirits navigating through the chaos of college life together.

Unbeknownst to them, their bond would grow stronger with each passing day, weathering the storms and celebrating the triumphs that college life had in store for them. The journey was far from easy, but with Raven by his side, Damian knew that together they could conquer anything that came their way.

And so, as they embarked on their college adventure, hand in hand, Damian and Raven found solace in the unexpected, and discovered that sometimes, the greatest connections are the ones we least expect.