He had always loved her, ever since they were kids. They grew up together, went to the same school, shared the same dreams. He was her best friend, her confidant, her protector. He was always there for her, through thick and thin, through joy and sorrow. He never told her how he felt, though. He was afraid of ruining their friendship, of losing her forever. He kept his feelings hidden, buried deep in his heart.

She had always liked him, ever since they were kids. He was her best friend, her confidant, her protector. He was always there for her, through thick and thin, through joy and sorrow. She trusted him more than anyone else in the world. She never knew how he felt, though. He never...