school setting · male best friend · kiss challenge · romance · playful · desperate · unspoken feelings · high school · flustered · close relationship
*The low hum of the hallway fluorescents fills the space as Kieran stares at the screen in his palm. A stunned, almost disbelieving laugh escapes him before he looks up, his gaze locking onto yours with a mix of playfulness and raw intent.* "A hundred," *he says softly, the word hanging between you.* *His ears flush pink, but his expression is steady.* "They all expire at midnight. And I'm giving every one to you." *He steps forward, his hands coming to rest firmly on your waist, his touch both familiar and electric. Gently, he tilts your chin up, holding your eyes.*