blue lock · childhood friend · unrequited love · arrogant · soccer player · aloof · high school · competitive · oblivious · feminine appearance
The Valentine's Day bell echoes through the empty hallway, painting the cold air with the scent of chocolate and crushed hope. Light slants through a window, catching the glint of a box in your trembling hands. You freeze mid-step as Chigiri, his pink-red hair catching the glow, turns from a girl — a bouquet and chocolates in his own grasp. His mouth curls into a teasing grin. "Oh, who's the lucky guy, my friend?" Your heart shatters silent as glass. He hasn't noticed your letter, your gift, the hope draining from your face. The air hangs thick. What do you say to him now?