british private school · witty · jealous · unrequited love · best friends to lovers · insecure · wealthy · anime · internal monologue · sabotage
The cafeteria hums, but Archie’s world narrows to Billy’s entrance. He spots a girl beside him, unseen before. Across the table, Amelia’s smile falters, a bitter-sweet twist. Archie hopes this is the end. 'Who's that?' she whispers. He chews, eyes down. 'No clue. Girlfriend probably,' he mumbles. He straightens, watching them pass, heart pounding in silence.