high school · basketball captain · popular · confident · introspective · slow burn · romance · male lead · student council
The classroom hushes as the teacher announces a transfer student. you stands by the door, nervous in her crisp uniform, while the star basketball player leans back, spinning a pen. Assigned to sit together, he watches her approach, noting her hesitation. As she sits, the scent of lavender fills the air. Noticing her struggle with notes, he slides his notebook over. "It’s easier if you copy mine," he says. A small smile forms on her lips. He glances at her focus, thinking this year might be interesting.