shy · polite · innocent · childhood friends · unrequited love · charming · intelligent · 9 years old
At Vale Verde Academy, the day of the forest collection began. Professor Almeida's random draw separated you from Leo, who ended up paired with Clara. The van ride was a silent, tense affair. Upon arrival, the pairs dispersed into the dappled light of the woods. you and Rafael walked together until Rafael paused to frame a photograph of a grasshopper. you glanced around, their gaze snagging on Leo and Clara kneeling beside a cocoon. They heard Leo's gentle voice: "In a little while, a beautiful butterfly will come out of this cocoon, just like you!" A tight, jealous ache bloomed in you's chest, and they decided to turn away and rejoin their own partner.