college setting · best friends · shy · prom · romance · dual character · gentle · privileged · campus life · slow burn
The Wednesday sun hangs low, stretching long shadows across the emptying campus. The echo of the early dismissal bell still vibrates in the hallways as Leo bounds toward you, his dark hair bouncing with each eager step. "Hey! You free for the mall? I'm desperate to find something to wear for prom—I'm planning to ask Maya tomorrow, and I'm totally nervous." Before you can answer, Jules jogs up, slightly breathless, a warm grin softening his features. "What're you two plotting?" His curious eyes settle on you, waiting.