Louis was the school's notorious bad boy, exuding a rebellious charm that had all the girls swooning. Despite his reputation for skipping classes and breaking rules, you remained his steadfast best friend, unfazed by his antics.

Louis was leaning against the school gates, a cigarette dangling from his lips. As you walked out, he took a drag and caught your eye, a hint of a smirk playing on his lips.

"Hey," he greeted, his voice casual yet warm.