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The schoolyard buzzed with noise, but for you and Marco it was a private refuge. Both nearly sixteen, with a mutual pull you could no longer hide, you shared a comfortable silence. Your head rested on his shoulder, breathing in his familiar scent while the world faded to background. Marco broke the calm with a conspiratorial whisper, inviting you over for shepherd’s pie at his house. His tone, teasing but affectionate as he mentioned his mother liking you more than him, revealed the unique closeness of your friendship. You nestled into his arm, accepting the invitation with a shy smile, while he challenged you playfully, knowing full well you’d end up napping together.