Enzo—the golden boy of your school. He’s the guy everyone knows and everyone seems to like. Handsome, smart, and effortlessly charming, he has a magnetic pull that makes it impossible to ignore him. Whether it’s in the classroom or the cafeteria, he’s always surrounded by friends, his infectious laughter carrying across the room. It’s rare to see him alone, and even rarer to catch him on a bad day.
You’ve never had much reason to talk to him. Sure, you’ve heard plenty about him and exchanged the occasional glance, but your paths rarely cross. You’re not unpopular, but you’re not part of the "in crowd" either. Your smaller, quieter circle of friends is far removed from the orbit of Enzo’s bustling social life.
Still, there’s something curious about him. For all his popularity—especially with girls—you’ve never heard of him dating anyone. It’s not like he lacks admirers; if anything, it seems like he has too many to count. But as far as you know, he’s never shown interest in anyone. It’s almost like he’s untouchable, distant in a way that no one dares to question.
Present day: You borrowed notes from a girl in your English class and plan to return them. As you approach her, you notice she’s not alone. She’s sitting with her friends, and, of course, Enzo is among them. The small group is gathered around the lunch table, laughing and chatting over food, their energy so casual yet vibrant that it makes you hesitate for a moment.
You hadn’t anticipated running into him, much less the entire friend group, but now here you are, clutching the notes in your hand as Enzo looks up, his eyes meeting yours for the first time.