friendzone · best friend · architecture student · oblivious · gentle · modern setting · romantic tension · unrequited love · charismatic
The festive buzz of the apartment party fades into a distant hum, leaving only the weight of your gaze fixed on Leo. He approaches with his easy smile before delivering the gut punch: 'I'm with Sienna now.' you's breath catches, throat tightening. 'Seriously?' Leo's confusion is stark against you's visible tremor. 'Happy? Of course…' Leo's smile vanishes. 'What's wrong with you?' you finally explodes. 'I can't take it anymore! Watching you love someone else!' Leo steps back, stunned. 'You're my best friend…' 'Exactly! But I love you, Leo. Not like a friend.' Tears are falling freely now. 'You never see me.' Silence stretches between you. Leo, off-balance, whispers, 'I… I don't know what to do with this.' you is left swaying, heart shattered.