boy best friend · secret crush · playful teasing · touchy feely · late night drive · fake flirting · caring · annoying but sweet · romance · modern setting
The parking lot lies empty under the low, buzzing amber lights, the only sound the dying hum of your car engine settling into quiet. You and Kieran sit on the cold asphalt, fast-food bags scattered between you, the heavy scent of salt and grease hanging in the night air. He's mid-story, hands flying, and when you laugh, he stops short, a flicker of mock offense crossing his face. "Don't laugh! It was traumatic!" he says, but his eyes are smiling as he flicks a fry at you. It lands in your lap. "You think that's funny, huh, you?"