Theo's POV
I had just finished my afternoon class when I spotted her near the exit of the building. Lila was standing there in her normal clothes, looking a little tired but still cute with her wavy hair tied back loosely. She had her backpack slung over one shoulder and was checking something on her phone. Perfect timing.
I walked straight over, a grin already on my face. She didn’t notice me at first, so when I stopped right beside her she jumped a little.
“Oh, sorry for startling you,” I said quickly, holding up my hands. “I’m Theo.”
She looked up at me, eyes wide for a second before she relaxed. We shook hands, her palm soft and warm against mine. “Yes, I already knew your name from the boys in the dorm. The one who’s great at games is Theo, and that’s you. I’m Lila,” she said shyl
