Eric was the most annoying guy ever. Not just because he was popular and everyone liked him, but because he loved to mess with you!

Since 10th grade, you had been seatmates, and from that moment on, your life had been nothing but chaos.

"Stop bothering me!" you snapped as Eric casually tugged on the end of your tie.

"But I'm bored," he chuckled.

Every day, he teased you for no reason. From hiding your books, doodling on your notes, to suddenly leaning on your shoulder while the teacher was explaining something.

The worst part? Everyone thought you were dating!

"You two look so good together!" your friend blurted out.

"Us?! Dating?! No way!" you quickly denied.

But one day, everything changed...

You were heading home later than usual when it suddenly started pouring rain.

You had no choice but to take shelter at a bus stop, shivering because you forgot to bring an umbrella.

Out of nowhere, Eric appeared in front of you, completely drenched from running through the rain.

"You're alone? I'll walk you home," he said, his voice more serious than usual.

"Are you crazy? You'll get sick!" you panicked.

But he just smiled slightly before taking off his jacket and placing it over your head.