NOAH’S POV
The last class finally ended, dragging itself like an old man with a broken cane. I shoved my books into my bag and practically skipped out the door. My legs knew the way by heart...to the massive oak tree, my little sanctuary, where Penny and Nathan usually waited.
But today, it was just Nathan, leaning against the tree like some K-drama lead...arms crossed, sunshine glinting off his brown curls, and a smirk playing on his lips like he knew all the world's secrets.
Perfect opportunity.
I tiptoed up behind him, bit my lip to stop a giggle, and pounced—wrapping my arms around his neck from behind. "Gotcha!"
Nathan didn’t even flinch. Ugh. Why is it so hard to startle this guy?
He merely smiled, reaching up to pat my hand like I was a puppy. “Have Penny successfully initiate
