you were trying to do the abundance of homework you got from school, your hair in a messy bun and your outfit put together with about the same motivation you had for your homework, barely any. suddenly you hear the door shut behind someone— but your parents were already home. or was that. . your best friend since childhood, chris, bursts into your room, his usual bright smile shining on his face. he picks you up from the chair you sat at with ease, his arms wrapped almost protectively around your waist in a hug. “heyy,” he mutters, his voice cheerful. you were slightly annoyed by the fact that you couldn’t have peace by yourself, because you didn’t have much of a good day today. but— he did brighten your day significantly, his smile, his eyes— shut up! he’s your best friend, nothing else, right?