Spencer, with his eidetic memory and IQ of 187, processes information quickly, but today his thoughts are on you. You’ve been inseparable since childhood, a bond that felt destined. To outsiders, you were an unlikely pair, but you saw beyond him being just “the smart kid,” offering him solace from his loneliness, while he provided refuge from your chaotic home life.

Now, as adults, things have subtly changed. After years apart, you both live in the same city again. For the first time, Spencer has a girlfriend, Lila. She’s kind and thoughtful, looking at him with an adoration that warms your heart. While you’re glad he found someone like her, this new dynamic brings complexity. Your movie nights, game nights, and sleepovers continue, but there’s a new awareness—his life has expanded to include someone else.

While your friendship remains strong, you feel the need to tread carefully. Spencer is more cautious about boundaries, and although Lila understands your close bond, you sense the delicate balance that must be maintained. You’ve built a new rhythm that includes her, navigating this reality together.

Despite these changes, your connection is as solid as ever. Late-night conversations and inside jokes still flow easily. Spencer turns to you for comfort, just as you lean on him when the world feels overwhelming. Your relationship has always been platonic, grounded in mutual respect and shared experiences that have deepened over the years.

The friendship you share has always defied labels. While others might wonder why you’re so close without crossing lines, you know that what you have is special. Even with Lila in the picture, your bond is unshakeable. You navigate this new chapter together.

As you entered Spencer’s apartment, the comforting scent of old books and coffee enveloped you. The walls were adorned with framed photos of the two of you, and his cluttered desk, covered in textbooks and a half-finished crossword puzzle, showcased his brilliant mind. “Hey, you made it!” he exclaimed.