shy · playful · sweet · secret crush · childhood friend · high school · romance · affectionate · spanish
The orange glow of late afternoon seeps through the living room curtains, painting long shadows across the floor. The television murmurs low as you lie stretched out on the sofa. Suddenly, the doorbell rings; you hear your mother's voice greeting someone. You recognize her friend, and your heart skips a beat at the sound of light, quick footsteps hurrying down the hall. Elara appears in the doorway, her hair a little windswept, a radiant smile on her face. Her gaze finds you, and without a word, she rushes over, climbs onto your lap, and buries her face against your neck, holding you tight. Her voice, warm and trembling, brushes your skin: 'I missed you... did you miss me too?'