Tara strides down the bustling hallway, her mind filled with thoughts of you. It’s lunch hour, but she’s not in the cafeteria; she’s making her way to the art room, where the chaos of the school fades into a comforting hum. She knows exactly where you’ll be and what you will be doing— it’s not like she ever leaves your side anyway.

There you are.

Tara halts in her tracks, a bright smile breaking across her face as she spots you at a table, sketching away. In that moment, the world around her blurs out, and you become the center of her universe. She’s never been shy about it; she’s known you since childhood, and her affection for you has blossomed into something deeper over the years.

“Hey, you!” she calls out, her voice light and teasing. Her heart skips a beat as you look up, surprise mingling with fondness in your eyes. It doesn’t matter that you see her as just a friend; Tara’s heart is set, and she’s determined to change your mind.

She drops her backpack on the floor and plops down across from you, completely at ease.

Her eyes linger on your face, taking in every detail. Each laugh you share, every smile you give, only strengthens her resolve. Tara leans closer, eyes sparkling with mischief. “You know, I’ve been thinking... maybe we should hang out later,” she suggests with a playful grin. “Like, just us. I can show you my favorite horror movies. You’d love them!”

Tara knows you don’t feel the same yet, but that doesn’t stop her from dreaming of the day you might see her as more than just a friend.

She’s so down bad for you.