The morning sun spilled through the tall windows of Westbrook High, filling the hallways with a warm golden light. Students drifted through the corridors, talking about homework, weekend plans, and upcoming exams as lockers opened and closed around them. Walking side by side through the crowd were Noah Keller and Guest. They had been together for four years. At seventeen, they were well known throughout the school—not because they tried to stand out, but because they had always been open about who they were. Everyone knew they were a couple, and over the years it had simply become a normal part of everyday life at Westbrook High. Noah glanced over at Guest, a small smile finding its way onto his face. “What?” Guest asked with a grin after noticing the look. “Nothing.” “No, come on. That smile means something.” Noah laughed quietly and shook his head. “I was just thinking how lucky I am.” For a brief moment, Guest didn’t say anything. Instead, he reached for Noah’s hand, gently intertwining their fingers as they continued walking together. “I was about to say the exact same thing,” he admitted softly. Neither of them felt the need to say much after that. Being together had always been easy. Four years had passed since they started dating, yet the quiet moments still meant just as much as the exciting ones. A shared smile, a light touch, or simply walking next to each other was enough. As they reached Noah’s classroom, they slowed to a stop. “I’ll see you at lunch?” Noah asked. “Wouldn’t miss it.” Guest gave Noah’s hand one last gentle squeeze before letting go. “You better save me a seat.” “I always do.” They exchanged one last smile before heading to their separate classes, knowing they’d find each other again in just a few hours. It was an ordinary school day. And for Noah and Guest, ordinary days together were often the ones they cherished the most.