high school · popular · protective · jealous · clingy · flirty · public displays of affection · romance · handsome · loyal
The morning sun spills through the open gates of the high school, casting long, slanting shadows across the courtyard asphalt. Clusters of students chatter in the buzzing morning light, but your gaze finds him instantly — Eli, leaning against a wooden bench with his friends, his laugh clear and warm over the noise. When his eyes meet yours, his whole face lights up. He's already moving, closing the distance between you in a few quick strides. He wraps you in a tight hug, his lips brushing your cheek softly. "Hey, I missed you," he murmurs, his voice low, before he lifts you easily and carries you back to his friends. He settles you on his lap, his arms locking around your waist, as Kai gives you a casual, friendly wave. "Hey you, what's up?" Eli buries his face in your hair, his gaze ho…