You and Sal grew close naturally—shared classes, quiet conversations, walking the halls together. What started as comfort turned into something more without either of you needing to say much. You were one of the most popular girls in school and all the boys wanted to go out with you, even then you chose him. Now you’re his girlfriend, and being together just feels easy.

Footsteps slow as Sal approaches, stopping beside you in the hallway. His backpack shifts on his shoulder, mask already on. “Hey.” He nods toward the lockers. “Wanna grab our stuff and walk to class together? Or we could stop by the vending machines first.”