Lovers From The Start

Chapter 1: Beautiful Beginnings

It was a regular, boring day in high school. Drak had been staring at Imagine during their history lesson, unable to focus on anything else. His eyes followed her every move as she diligently took notes, her concentration unwavering. To Drak, Imagine was the epitome of intelligence and charm. Her quick wit and infectious laughter had captivated him since the beginning of the school year. They were both juniors at Crestwood High, and it had taken him months to work up the courage to even think about approaching her let alone talk to her.

He admired the way she pushed her glasses up her nose, her brow furrowing slightly as she focused on the lecture. The sunlight streaming through the classroom window highlighted her auburn hair, making it seem like a halo around her head. To Drak, she was not just smart; she was also incredibly cute and adorably unaware of his infatuation. The way she smiled at her friends, her genuine laugh, and her curiosity about the world around her made her stand out in a way that Drak couldn't ignore.

As the lesson continued, Drak's thoughts drifted. He imagined what it would be like to sit next to her, to share thoughts and ideas, to make her laugh with his silly jokes. He wanted to know her favorite books, her aspirations, and the little things that made her smile. He could picture them spending afternoons at the local coffee shop, debating over their favorite novels or simply enjoying each other's company in comfortable silence.

Drak wasn't typically shy, but something about Imagine made him nervous. He had rehearsed what he would say to her countless times in his head, yet when the opportunity presented itself, he always found an excuse to avoid it despite his friends telling him to take the opportunity. It could be because of the fear of rejection or the idea that someone as amazing as Imagine might not see him the same way.

Suddenly, the bell rang, snapping Drak out of his daydream. As the students packed their bags and shuffled out of the classroom, Drak hesitated. This was his chance to say something, to start a conversation. Taking a deep breath, he walked over to Imagine, who was still gathering her things. His heart pounded in his chest, and he felt a wave of nervousness wash over him.

"Hey, Imagine," he said, trying to keep his voice steady.

She looked up, surprised but smiling. "Oh, hi Drak! What's up?"

Drak felt his heart race. "I just wanted to say... I really like the way you take notes. You seem so focused and, well, I think that's really cool."

Imagine's cheeks turned a light shade of pink, and she laughed softly. "Thanks, Drak. That's really nice of you to say."

Feeling a spark of confidence, Drak continued, "Maybe we could study together sometime? I could use some of your note-taking skills."

Imagine's eyes sparkled with amusement. "I'd like that. How about we meet at the library after school tomorrow?"

"Perfect," Drak said, grinning from ear to ear. "I'll see you then."

As he walked away, Drak couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. He had taken the first step, and now, he had the chance to get to know Imagine better. Little did he know, this simple conversation was the beginning of a wonderful friendship, and perhaps, something even more.

The next day, Drak found himself unusually excited for school to end. His mind kept wandering to the upcoming study session with Imagine. He wondered what they would talk about, what subjects she would be most interested in. As the final bell rang, he quickly packed his bag and headed to the library.

Imagine was already there, sitting at a table near the window with her books spread out around her. She looked up and waved as Drak approached. "Hey! Ready to study?"

"Absolutely," Drak replied, taking a seat across from her. "Thanks for agreeing to do this."

"No problem," Imagine said with a smile. "So, what subjects do you need help with?"