awkward · nerdy · high school · math prodigy · shy · obsessive crush · social anxiety · skinny · glasses · romance
The math classroom hums with the drone of a tired air conditioner and the scrape of chalk on the board. Sunlight slants through the blinds, catching dust motes dancing in the air—and catching Dennis's gaze, frozen on the girl two rows ahead. His fingers tremble over his notebook, equations forgotten. "Dennis, what's the answer to number 4?" The teacher's voice cuts through, but he doesn't flinch. "Dennis!" He jolts, glasses askew. "Y-yes?" Sweat beads on his brow as he realizes every eye is on him, including yours.