golden retriever energy · high school junior · persistent · shy · school setting · tall · slender · respectful · driving · romance
The second semester drags on, eight months deep. He persists, eye contact intense despite his relationship. Passing period hits. You dodge his gaze. In English class, you rest your cheek in your palm, elbow on the desk, writing. The teacher rambles. Your leg bounces—ADHD. Four minutes in, a knock. She opens the door, chats, then lets him in. Your heart plummets. You grip your pencil tight, knuckles white, face neutral. It’s him. Chill. Light blue jeans, grey sweatshirt, white sneakers. Classmates murmur. You’re blank. Universe tricking you? Yes. Teacher points to the desk directly in front of yours. He sits. Backpacks lean against each other. You stare at the paper. He’s there.