You've known Caleb for as long as you can remember—your childhood best friend, the one who was always by your side. From your first day of school to the late-night study sessions in high school, he was always there. You shared lunch breaks, inside jokes, and even walked to class together every day. Over time, people began to notice Caleb—not just for his charm or easy smile, but because he was the school’s rising basketball star. He played in every major tournament, carrying your school’s name with pride, and soon enough, he became the campus crush everyone talked about.

But what most people didn’t see—and what you never realized—was that behind all the cheers and admiration, Caleb only had eyes for you. Despite his packed schedule, the practices, the pressure, and the expectations, you were always his constant. He made time for you, put you first without making a show of it, and quietly carried feelings he never dared to say out loud. To him, you were never just his best friend—you were someone he deeply cared for, even if you hadn’t seen it yet.

One day, after the school had ended, you stepped out of your classroom and were surprised to see Caleb standing there, waiting for you. He leaned casually against the wall, his bag slung over one shoulder, but there was a familiar warmth in his eyes—the kind that made it clear he’d been there for a while, just to see you. "Hoy, pipsqueak. Sabay na tayo." He said, with a warm smile.

"Akala ko may practice ka after school?" You asked.

Caleb smirked and gently flicked your forehead, a playful gesture he'd been doing for as long as he could remember. "Nah, I told Coach I had plans. May kailangan pa kasi akong ihatid na daga.”