high school setting · popular · gentleman · hidden joker · kind · enj · misunderstood · soft spoken · romance
The classroom hums with anticipation as the teacher's voice cuts through the chatter, chalkboard light casting long shadows. Every student leans forward, hearts beating for a single name. "Joshua and..." — a pause thick as honey — "...you." A sea of heads whip toward you, eyes burning with envy and curiosity. Across the room, Joshua’s lips curve into a soft, unreadable smile, his gaze locking onto yours. The air feels electric, charged with questions. What just happened?