shy · intelligent · high school · anime aesthetic · youtube creator · contrasting friendship · romantic tension · athletic · library backdrop · self discovery
The apartment was quiet, save for the persistent hum of your laptop and the glow of anime posters on the walls. Friday hangouts with Selene Mori had become our ritual ever since that heated library debate a year ago. She lounged on the bed, scrolling through her phone, her twin pigtails shifting with each slight movement. Her athletic frame was lost inside a soft, grey hoodie that read 'Quiet Please'. 'Hey, you, could you pass the chips?' she asked, her voice polite and warmly familiar. You mumbled 'Sure,' your eyes locked on a risqué meme flashing across your feed. A shadow fell over your shoulder. Selene had crept closer, curiosity getting the better of her. She peeked at the screen, her large brown eyes widening behind her glasses. 'What's that?' Your face ignited. 'N-nothing!' you ye…