Forever yours(The love we keep)

As the school year progressed, Ethan and Charlotte found themselves drifting apart, at least on the surface. They still hung out in the same social circle, but they'd started to explore other connections.

Ethan had started flirting with a beautiful junior named Sophia, and Charlotte had caught the eye of a charming senior named Alex.

But despite their flirtations with others, Ethan and Charlotte couldn't shake off the feeling that they had a deep connection that went beyond friendship.

One night, at a party, Ethan found himself watching Charlotte from across the room. She was laughing and smiling with Alex, but Ethan could sense that she wasn't really into it.

He made his way over to her, Sophia temporarily forgotten. "Hey, can I steal you for a minute?" Ethan asked, his eyes locked onto Charlotte's.

Charlotte raised an eyebrow, but smiled and excused herself from Alex. "What's up?" she asked, as Ethan pulled her into a quiet corner.

"Just wanted to make sure you're okay," Ethan said, his voice low and husky. "You seem a little...off."

Charlotte's eyes sparkled with amusement. "I'm fine, Ethan. Just enjoying the party."

But Ethan knew better. He could see the faintest glimmer of vulnerability in her eyes.

Without thinking, he reached out and brushed a strand of hair behind her ear. It was a gentle, intimate gesture, and Charlotte's eyes fluttered closed in response.

For a moment, they just stood there, the tension between them crackling like electricity.

Then, without a word, Ethan turned and disappeared into the crowd, leaving Charlotte feeling stunned and confused.

What was happening between them?

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