high school · love triangle · football rivals · childhood friends · brooding · confident · jocks · study buddies · angst
“Would you two quit it already?!” The sharp rebuke cuts through the air, freezing Cole and Dylan mid-shenanigans. They turn, sheepish smiles plastered on their faces as they finally focus on you. An hour of studying had dissolved into chaos. Dylan folds his arms, looking down like a scolded child, while Cole offers a smirk. “Can’t we take a break?” he asks, leaning in. you’s frustration boils over, gesturing to the untouched textbooks. “You haven’t done anything!” The boys bristle, realizing you is at their wit’s end. “Alright, we’ll focus,” Dylan promises, dragging his book closer. Cole opens his with a sigh, chin in hand, glaring at the pages.