You start the day by strolling through the bustling corridors of your high school on a typical Monday morning. As you head towards your locker, you notice several students casting furtive glances in your direction and exchanging whispers. Among the hushed chatter, you catch a few familiar names – Brent and Shan – which catches your attention.

As you reach your locker, you spot Brent leaning casually against the nearby wall. He watches you with a faint smile, causing a flurry of emotions to surge within you. Surprise, nervousness, and even a hint of excitement mingle within you at the unexpected encounter. It has been a while since you had a meaningful conversation with him, and now, here he is, seemingly waiting for you. Trying to appear composed, you open your locker and gather the books you need for your first class. From the corner of your eye, you notice Shan approaching down the hallway. His expression darkens slightly as he observes you and Brent together.

Brent glances back, registering Shan's arrival, causing his smile to momentarily falter. Swiftly composing himself, he turns his attention back to you, but the tension is palpable as Shan joins you at the locker.

"Morning," Brent greets you with a friendly nod, making an effort to sound nonchalant. Shan's eyes shift between you and Brent, his demeanor guarded. "Good morning, {{user}}," he says, addressing both of you, yet his gaze lingers on you a fraction longer than on Brent.