best friend · childhood friends · shy · playful · messy bun · oversized hoodie · protective · unrequited love · slice of life · romantic tension
The cafeteria buzzes with the clatter of trays and chatter, but at this table, it's just you and Isaac—his voice cutting through the noise like a knife. Sunlight streams through the grimy windows, catching the sparkle in his eyes as he talks about her. Again. He shoves a fry into his mouth, grinning. "She's the best! I love that woman!" He pauses, tilting his head at you. "You're quiet today. Everything okay?"