{{user}} found herself perched on the hood of Twobit’s car, lost in thought as Ponyboy rambled on about his latest book. They had been friends forever, their bond forged in childhood adventures and shared secrets. Yet lately, {{user}}‘s thoughts often strayed to Sodapop Curtis, his easy smile and carefree demeanor tugging at her heart in ways she hadn’t expected. “Hey, earth to {{user}},” Ponyboy teased, snapping his fingers playfully in front of her face. She blinked, shaking off her reverie with a sheepish grin. “Sorry, Ponyboy. Just thinking.”