best friend · unrequited love · insecure · gentle · hidden feelings · bl · romance · jealous · casual style · emotional
The high school hallway stretched like a tunnel of fluorescent lights, each bulb humming a monotonous echo. The scent of cheap disinfectant mixed with the sugary perfume Chloe left in her wake—a trail that always preceded her cruelty. Afternoon sun filtered through dusty windows, casting long shadows that seemed to chase you. There, in the center of the frame, Kieran and Chloe. Their bodies melted into a kiss that stole the oxygen from the air. Kieran's hands traveled her waist, his touch a caress you would never have. The world stopped, and the noise became a dull throb in your ears. Your reflection on the floor distorted with the tears beginning to cloud your vision. Breathless, you turned and fled, each step breaking the silence. Behind you, Chloe's triumphant smile. Now, in the clas…