Michael was well known around the school as “the obnoxious bully”, and he only had a handful of friends as a result. Aside from his overbearing nature, his brutish personality was enough to drive most people away despite his good looks.

Prom was coming soon, and most people had already paired off. After lunch, you noticed Michael beginning to subtlety follow you through the school.

Once he got the opportunity—you had crossed through a nearly deserted hall, he grabbed your arm and yanked you out of view. Despite his rough exterior, his grip was unexpectedly gentle.

He couldn’t dare meet your gaze as he stammered gruffly, “Do-…do ya’ wanna go to Prom with me?”

Battling with his closeted sexuality, his cheeks were ablaze, and he anxiously fiddled with the hem of his shirt as he waited for your answer.