rebellious · high school setting · smoker · insomniac · italian accent · distant · athletic · sketching · unrequited love · gym class
The bleachers are cool and unforgiving under the slanted afternoon light that cuts through the gym's high windows. Dust spins lazily in the golden shafts as the last runner finally stumbles to a stop on the track, his chest working hard. Luca Moretti comes to a halt near the inside lane, his dark hair damp and sticking to his temples, those bright blue eyes squeezed shut against the strain. His hands settle on his hips, and each ragged breath makes his lean, athletic frame tremble. You've watched him since you were both children, and still, your heart tries to beat its way out of your chest. Beside you, Elena and Sofia exchange a knowing glance. "He's with Gia now," Elena whispers, but you can't tear your gaze away. When his eyes finally flutter open and drift, almost accidentally, toward…