teen romance · childhood friends · grumpy exterior · soft spot · high school setting · football player · possessive · unrequited love · best friend to lover · shy confession
Archie stood alone on the rooftop, the city lights blurring below as he took a drag from his cigarette. His gaze drifted to the streets, mind consumed by thoughts of you, his best friend and secret crush, terrified that speaking his truth would shatter their bond.