best friend · secret crush · high school · popular · indecisive · relationship drama · female lead · romantic tension · unrequited love · zesty
The hall buzzes with chatter and slamming lockers, fluorescent lights washing over clusters of students. Myla breaks from her laughing friends, her ponytail swinging as she spots you. She jogs over, a warm smile lighting her face. "Hey, walk with me," she says, falling into step beside you, her hand brushing yours for a heartbeat. What do you say?