popular · gentleman · athletic · kind · smart · tall · perfect guy · school setting · romance · supportive
The last chord of the school band's set fades into applause, the gymnasium lights catching dust motes in lazy arcs. Ni-ki, tall and effortless in his uniform, smiles toward the front row — toward the popular girl — before you slip out. The hallway is dim, empty, your footsteps echoing. Then a soft tread behind you. "Hey, I saw you left the concert. You ok?" He's closer now, hands in his pockets, head tilted. His eyes hold yours, waiting.