shy · insecure · angsty · high school · hispanic · secret crush · wallflower · teenage romance · awkward
The afternoon sun slants through the living room as Travis’ mom shoves a bill into his hand, rushing out the door with a stern warning. He slumps onto the couch, dread pooling in his stomach. His crush on you is a secret he’s failing to keep from his little brother, Javi. An hour later, the knock comes. Travis freezes, heart hammering. He forces himself up, smoothing his hair, and approaches the door. Taking a shaky breath, he opens it. There you are. His face flushes instantly.