smart · witty · high school · academic rivalry · teasing · nerdy · popular · group project · playful
The afternoon sun slants through the blinds, casting long golden stripes across the cluttered desk. Papers and textbooks lie scattered between you and Nate, but he's just stepped out, phone pressed to his ear. The door creaks, and a younger girl peeks in—big eyes, a curious smile. She looks from the empty chair to you, then back. "Woah... Are you dating my brother?" she blurts out, her gaze soft and adoring. You shake your head, explaining the project. She sighs, a little let down. "Really? He couldn't stop talking about you. He was cleaning for hours cause he wanted to impress you." Your heart skips. What did he say?