Whispers Of the Heart : High School

Chapter 18 : Valentine's Day

The morning sun cast a warm glow over the school campus as Selena and Mira made their way to class. The air was filled with a sense of anticipation and the promise of a new day. As they walked, they unexpectedly ran into Felix, his presence a welcome surprise.

"Hey, Felix!" Selena greeted him with a friendly smile.

Felix returned her smile, though his expression carried a hint of nostalgia. "Hey, Selena, Mira. It's good to see you both."

Mira's eyes sparkled with excitement. "How's the last stretch of your high school journey treating you?"

Felix chuckled softly, a touch of melancholy in his gaze. "It's bittersweet, to be honest. Graduation is right around the corner."

Selena nodded in understanding. "It must be a mix of emotions. Excitement for what's to come, but also a bit sad to say goodbye to this chapter."

Felix's smile turned wistful. "Exactly. But I'm determined to make the most of these last moments."

Their conversation was brief, and soon Felix excused himself with a warm farewell. Selena watched him walk away, her heart going out to her friend. As he disappeared from sight, she turned her attention back to Mira.

Meanwhile, Felix's steps took him directly into the path of Asher. He hesitated, uncertainty evident in his gaze. He seemed to want to say something, but the words caught in his throat. After a moment's pause, he decided against it and was about to walk away.

Asher, who had been lost in his thoughts, noticed Felix's approach and instinctively called out

"Wait" Felix says. "Never mind" he continues 

Asher looks at him and says "Don't worry. I told Selena how I feel." and walks away.

After their classes, Selena headed over to Mira's place. The cozy atmosphere of Mira's home always brought a sense of comfort, and Selena was eager to dive into their baking plans.

"Alright, let's get started!" Mira exclaimed, her energy infectious as always.

Selena grinned, ready to tackle the baking adventure. They worked side by side, their laughter filling the room as they mixed, measured, and baked a variety of treats. The aroma of freshly baked goods wafted through the air, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

As they finished up their baking, Selena couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. She looked around at the spread of treats they had created and shared a satisfied smile with Mira.

"We did a great job!" Selena exclaimed.

Mira nodded, her eyes sparkling. "Absolutely. Now, it's time for the next phase of our Valentine's Day preparations."

Selena raised an eyebrow in curiosity. "And what's that?"

Mira's grin turned mischievous. "Trying on outfits, of course!"

Selena laughed, realizing that Mira's enthusiasm was uncontainable. They spent the next little while trying on different outfits, exchanging opinions and sharing laughs. 

As the day turned to evening, Selena made a decision. She turned to Mira with a determined expression. "Hey, Mira. Do you mind if I stay over tonight? I'd rather not go back and forth tomorrow morning."

Mira's eyes twinkled with understanding. "Of course! You're welcome to stay. We can make it a sleepover."

Selena smiled gratefully. "Thanks, Mira. It'll be fun."

Meanwhile, as Asher was walking outside, he noticed Melody. It was clear that she had been drinking, and he approached her with concern.

"Hey, are you alright?" Asher asked, his voice gentle.