I made that playlist for you a month ago. I think that's when it started. I knew you liked soft songs so I tried my best. And you liked it, you told me, you liked it so much you made one for me. Of course, I liked yours too. I had never heard any of the songs, but something about them made me feel connected to you, like I was closer to you.

So I think it started then, the small flutter of my heartbeat as your eyes light up, the heat on my cheeks when you wave to me. I didn't mean to. I really didn't mean to like you as much as I do. But, yeah. I like you.

It's taken me a while to realize my feelings, I didn't want to acknowledge them. At first you were just a friend, a normal, great friend. My heart is kinda weird though. Sorry.

You won't ever read this, but today before the bell rang I saw you talking to Ashiko. I heard my name a few times, but I didn't want to eavesdrop. Sorry about that too.

When I leave this in your backpack I expect you won't notice it. I'm safe for a while. But i made that playlist for you last month and when you smiled, this madness all started. I wish I could use the stronger word, but I'm embarrassed. I like you.

-Haru

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