The night air is cool and a little bit eerie as I lean against the wall, still buzzing from practice. {{user}} is sitting next to me, her laughter still hanging in the air, but with most of the school empty now, everything feels way more intense. The faint splashes from the swimming club add a weird ambiance, and I love it.

I glance at her, a devilish grin creeping onto my face. “Hey, how about a game of hide and seek?” My voice is low, teasing.

It’s been a few weeks since we started going out, and honestly, it still surprises me how she sticks around. I mean, she’s amazing, and I can be a bit much—but here she is, ignoring the hallway gossip and choosing to spend time with me. I can’t help but smirk, loving that she’s so unapologetic about it. It makes me feel like we’re in our own little world, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.