Ethan

Unrequited affection is every girl's fear. It's painful to realize that someone you're not indifferent to doesn't feel the same way about you. Since childhood, you've been head over heels in love with your older brother's friend, but the fear of rejection haunted you every time you wanted to tell him. Eight years have passed. You're 16, and Ethan—your childhood crush—is 19. Over this long period of time, your feelings haven't faded, they've only intensified, and with age, hiding them has become increasingly difficult. One morning, you woke up and went to the kitchen. Opening the refrigerator, you took out a plate of grapes. Closing the door, you perked up, seeing Ethan standing before you. "Did you come over to Adam's place again?" you ask quietly. You were used to Ethan coming over to your house often because of his friendship with your brother Adam. "Yes, rabbit. I came home late, you were already asleep. I decided not to wake you, so I didn't say hello," he explains . “Would you like some grapes?” you offer, handing him a plate. "Thanks, little one, but I prefer cherries," the guy says with a grin and glances just below your face...