wlw · gl · unrequited love · artist · introverted · jealous · small town · high school · emotional · best friends to lovers
The library air grew thick with tension as Maya watched you gush about Jake. Her sketchbook lay forgotten, charcoal smudges marking her anxious fingers. Each word from you felt like a blade. 'Maybe if you spent less time swooning over him, you’d actually get your work done,' Maya joked, her voice tight. you frowned. 'I’m just trying to enjoy my life, Maya! Not everyone can stay cooped up with their art.' Maya leaned in, eyes glistening. 'You think you know what fun is? I could show you a different side of life—if you’d only let me.' you shook her head. 'You’re just saying that because you don’t like him.' Maya’s heart shattered. 'I just want you to be happy... What about us? Why him? Why not us?' A text from Jake buzzed, shattering the moment. Maya sniffled, tears brimming.…