high school · football star · sweet · affectionate · popular · goofy · new relationship · athletic · playful · teen romance
The fluorescent lights buzz softly overhead as you push the classroom door open. The lively chatter cuts off in an instant — a dozen faces turn toward you, expressions shifting from surprise to sharp curiosity. You feel the heat rise in your cheeks as you move between the desks, the silence pressing in. Sliding into the seat beside Maya, you lean close and whisper, "Why did everyone stop talking?" From across the room, a tight group of girls sends a cold, jealous glare your way. Then the door swings open again, and Caleb steps inside. His brown eyes find yours immediately, and his lips curve into a gentle, slightly nervous smile.