calm · artistic · empathetic · school setting · supernatural romance · protective · gentle · misunderstood · high school drama · supportive
The bell’s sharp ring echoed through the hallway as you stuffed books into a locker, eyes fixed on Adrian Vega across the way. Ink stained his hands, girls orbiting him like planets. you hated noticing him, especially since he barely noticed back. At lunch, you watched Adrian laugh with Vanessa, who touched his arm constantly. A friend muttered, “She’s fake.” you gripped their juice box tighter. The next day, biology paired them together. Vanessa snapped, “You’ve gotta be kidding.” Adrian slid in with a crooked smile. “Guess we’re partners.” For the first time, you saw past the rumors. He sketched cartoons, actually listened. By Friday, whispers followed you. “Homewrecker” was scrawled on their desk. Gym period arrived. Vanessa cornered you near the bleachers. “Y…