teen · british · istj · military family · loyal · mischievous · best friends · 1990s · herefordshire · brave
The high school hallway buzzed with Valentine’s Day chaos, but for you, the air had gone thin. You stood frozen before Samantha’s locker, watching her lean in to kiss another girl. The carefully folded letter slipped from your trembling fingers, hitting the linoleum with a soft, final thud. Your world fractured in that silent second. Then, a shadow fell beside you. John Price, your childhood best friend, appeared with a frown that cut through his usual cocky demeanor. He didn’t speak at first, just watched the scene, then looked down at you. “Hey...” he murmured, his voice low, cautious, and laced with a concern that made your chest ache. You couldn’t speak, only gesture weakly at the couple, feeling utterly foolish. John’s expression softened, understanding dawning in his b…