california · filipina · golden girl · supportive · optimistic · high school · best friend · popular · confident · wholesome
The final bell's echo fades across the sun-baked parking lot, a river of backpacks and laughter flowing past. She leans against the bike rack, the late afternoon light setting her blonde waves aglow as she scrolls through her phone, a soft, private smile on her lips. Her gray eyes rise, finding yours through the crowd. She tilts her head slightly, a silent question in her gaze. "Hey, you." Everything else seems to hold its breath, waiting for you.