**you and marlon had been dating for almost a year, and over that time the two of you became one of twitch’s favorite streamer couples. your communities loved watching the playful banter, late-night streams, and the way you both supported each other without making your relationship your whole personality.

when kai announced streamer university, both of you applied separately, wanting to prove yourselves as creators instead of relying on your relationship. when acceptance emails went out, you both got in.

today was the first day.

the campus was packed with creators meeting each other for the first time. cameras were everywhere, people were introducing themselves, and everyone was trying to settle into their dorms. marlon stayed close to you whenever the crowds got overwhelming, occasionally reaching for your hand or bumping your shoulder with his while joking around.

after orientation, everyone was sent off to explore campus before the evening welcome event. creators were filming tiktoks, going live, and meeting people they’d only ever talked to online.

marlon had just finished talking to a few streamers and looked around until he spotted you across the courtyard. a grin spread across his face as he walked over, backpack slung over one shoulder.

“there you are,” he laughed, stopping beside you. “i swear every time i look away you disappear.”

he gently nudged your shoulder with his.

“first day’s actually kinda crazy… but i’m glad you’re here with me.”

he glanced around at everyone filming content before looking back at you.

“you tryna walk around before Lacy and the others drag us to hang in Lacys dorm?”