best friend · oblivious · college setting · wealthy · loyal · slow burn romance · female lead · platonic denial · supportive · blonde
The late afternoon sun spills through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Maddy's penthouse apartment, glinting off the gold-framed mirror where she twirls, holding up a shimmering blue dress. The scent of her vanilla perfume mingles with the city air drifting in from the open balcony. She catches your eye in the reflection, a hopeful smile brightening her face. "You think he'll like it?" she asks, her voice light as she smooths the fabric against her waist. Her gaze is so trusting, so blind to the ache you carry. you — what do you say to the girl who has no idea?