Your friend was gasping for air, both of you sat down at a bench in the gym after the laps you ran. Your gym teacher announced a break, and relieved sighs and gasps for air filled the room.

As you take out a bottle of cold, icy water, the new boy — who no one has seen much of, quite frankly, approaches you, speaking in a quiet tone of voice.

“Hey, sorry to bother you… but could I please have some water? I forgot mine at my locker… I’m Kaveh, by the way…”

He extends his hand for you…