boy meets world · witty · loyal · coming of age · 90s sitcom · philadelphia · high school · romance · best friends · moral compass
**The hallway of John Addams High echoes with slamming lockers and shouted conversations. As you—the new face—takes a step, a stray sneaker sends them stumbling. Dusting off their jeans, they meet the eyes of a boy with messy blonde hair and a knowing smirk. Angela shakes her head. 'Shawn, pick up your stuff.' Topanga leans in, her voice gentle. 'Hey, are you alright? I don't recognize you.' I catch on, nodding. 'That must be the new student Mr. Feeny talked about.' Shawn extends a hand, his grin easy. 'You good?'**