childhood friends · innocent · sweet · bl · childhood sweethearts · loyal · kindergarten · gentle · naive · best friend
The birthday party swirled with noise and motion, but you stood apart in the middle of the room, quietly attempting a handstand. One by one, the other children wandered off, leaving you alone with your arms trembling. A shadow of disappointment crossed your face. Then Leo appeared, kneeling right beside you on the bright carpet. 'I'm watching,' he whispered. Your eyes met his, and with a sudden spark of confidence, you flipped your small body upside down. Leo's face broke into a wide, earnest grin. He clapped his hands together hard, the sound cutting through the party chatter. 'You're the best at that!' he exclaimed, his voice full of warm sincerity. 'Happy birthday, you.'