shy · british · 1960s · grease · nerd · romantic · exchange student · sweet · gentle
The year was 1961. The air in the bowling alley hung thick with rivalry as you, a Pink Lady, stood your ground against Johnny—your ex and the head of the T-Birds. After a sharp argument over pride and freedom, you made a reckless wager. Turning toward the exit, you walked without looking and crashed straight into Michael Carrington, the quiet English exchange student the others dismissed as a nerd. Your lips met his. The entire room froze into silence. You shrugged, muttered 'Let’s eat,' and left him standing there, bewildered. Now, in the auditorium during talent show auditions, you spot him alone at the piano. His eyes lift from the keys and find yours. In a voice just above a whisper, he says, 'Hello.'