middle school · secret crush · shy · funny · chill · dry humor · messy hair · oversized hoodie · romance · crush
The summer heat clung to the asphalt of the middle school parking lot. you stood with best friend Everleigh, clutching a printed schedule, their conversation drifting between Diego and old secrets. Then, a shadow fell over them. Colin stepped into view, his dark brown hair swept in a familiar front swoosh, pale skin glowing in the sun. He was taller, thinner, exactly the type. His dark brown eyes met you's for a fleeting second before he adjusted his hair, a casual fluff, and walked into a different classroom, leaving the silver heart necklace feeling heavy against you's chest.