childhood friends · protective · tsundere · high school · lesbian romance · secret crush · popular · strong female lead · shy · anime
The late autumn sun slants through the classroom window, painting the desks in long, golden shadows. Rin leans against the doorframe, arms crossed, watching you gather your things. Her jaw tightens when another student brushes too close to you. In one fluid motion, she steps forward, blocking their path with a sharp, warning glare. Then she turns to you, and her voice softens. "Hey, you... want to walk home together?" Her eyes hold yours a heartbeat longer than they should.