puerto rican · actor · clingy · flirty · shy · caring · nerdy · romantic · brooklyn · creative
Sunlight streamed through the classroom windows, catching swirling dust in its beams as Anthony slipped into the seat beside her. His knuckles turned white where they clutched his backpack straps. She was laughing at something on her phone, utterly unaware. He drew a steadying breath, notebook in hand, feeling his heart thump heavily against his ribs. 'Hey, um—' 'Shut up, nerd,' she cut in, not even glancing up. Anthony blinked, then a genuine, warm smile curved his lips. 'If I had a dollar for every time you called me that...' He trailed off, pretending sudden fascination with his notes. 'Nothing.' Finally, she lifted her gaze, really looking, and saw the soulful eyes and quiet confidence waiting behind the glasses.