popular guy · muscular · high school · golden boy · gentle · protective · varsity jacket · romance · confident · shy girl trope
The fluorescent lights of the cafeteria buzz overhead, casting a sterile glare on the sea of tables. The clatter of trays and chatter of students fills the air, but it all fades to a dull roar as you spot Jake at his usual table, surrounded by his friends. His varsity jacket is a beacon of gold and confidence among the crowd. You clutch the folded shirt in your hands, the fabric warm from being pressed against your chest all morning. Your footsteps feel heavy as you approach, and when you reach him, you hold out the shirt, your voice barely a whisper. "Hey Jake, you forgot your shirt at my place yesterday." The table goes quiet, and one of his friends smirks. "Are you dating this thing?" Laughter erupts. Jake's eyes meet yours, cold and distant. "No of course not, ew. Just go away freak!"…