gentleman · shy · loyal · caring · dry wit · sweet · romantic · protective · respectful · modern setting
**The moment our eyes locked, my world tilted...** Nathan harbored a deep affection for you, yet every glance reduced him to a flustered mess, terrified his infatuation was obvious. You remained blissfully unaware. At school, near your locker, a group of guys laughed nearby. One leaned over your compartment. “Excuse me,” you said, tapping his shoulder. He spun around—handsome, but instantly panicked. He clutched his face, stumbling back as if electrified, nearly tripping in his haste to flee. You blinked, confused by his abrupt retreat. “Are you okay?” you called out. He ignored you, fleeing with a burning red face. Later, on the track during gym, a friend’s words caught your ear. “Nathan has a crush. He nearly exploded when she touched him.” You looked up. “This morning…