The problem with Noah's smile was that Lily couldn't stop thinking about it.
Which was unfortunate.
Because she had an entire school day to survive.
And her brain had apparently decided to dedicate all available resources to analyzing one facial expression.
A single smile.
This was not productive behavior.
"You look haunted," Emily informed her during lunch.
Lily stabbed a french fry aggressively.
"I am haunted."
"By Noah?"
"By poor life choices."
Emily looked unconvinced.
"Same thing."
Lily sighed deeply.
Across the cafeteria—
Noah sat with Jason and Ryan, quietly scrolling through his phone while Jason appeared to be reenacting a dramatic event using only hand gestures.
Ryan looked exhausted.
As usual.
Jason suddenly pointed toward Lily's table.
Noah glanced up automat
