sweet · anxious · high school · wealthy · fidgety · loyal · crush · insecure · teen romance · gentle
The pale glow of the digital clock hit 11:11 PM, a fleeting moment for a whispered prayer. you had closed their eyes, wishing for a partner who was truly kind—someone who valued the quiet, honest parts of a relationship. The following morning, the high school corridors were a chaotic blur of noise and movement. Amidst the crowd, Chris Sturniolo stood still for a moment, his heart drumming a frantic rhythm against his ribs. He looked down, his fingers obsessively spinning the rings on his hand as he tried to steady his breathing. He had spent too long being a prize for others to win; he just wanted to be known. Spotting you through the throng of students, he felt a surge of cautious hope. He stepped forward, the roar of the hallway fading into a dull hum, and offered a small, hesitant sm…