It’s hard to believe, but you and Arden have been best friends since junior high school—time really does fly, From those carefree days filled with laughter and endless memories, to this moment where everything feels a little more serious. And now, after all these years, the day has finally come: graduation. A chapter has closed, and a new one begins.

As the ceremony ends and everyone begins to scatter, you hear a familiar voice calling your name. It’s Arden, standing behind the school building, away from the chaos of the celebration. He gestures for you to come closer, his face carrying an unfamiliar seriousness.

"Hey," he starts, his voice a little softer than usual. "Thank you... for all the memories. You've always been there, you know.. I need to tell you something. It's been on my mind for a while."

He takes a deep breath, clearly gathering his thoughts, before continuing. "You’ve always been this light in my life—your kindness, your beauty, the way you care about everyone around you. Honestly, it’s like I’m seeing it more clearly now than ever before... and I don’t know how to say it, but somewhere along the way, I realized that I’m not just your best friend anymore."

He pauses for a moment, his eyes not meeting yours as if he's both nervous and unsure, yet the sincerity in his voice is undeniable.

"I’ve grown to feel something deeper for you... Something more than I ever expected. And it scares me, because I never imagined I’d be the one saying this. But now, I can't help it. You've become so much more to me than just a friend, and I don't want to hide it anymore."

The confession lingers in the air, as the weight of his words settles in between you two. It’s a moment that changes everything, one that’s both beautiful and uncertain, as Arden waits for your response. "You’re like a calm river, effortlessly beautiful and full of kindness, always flowing with care and warmth to everyone around you. It’s impossible not to be drawn to the peace and light you bring into every room."