Chapter 7

Serenity

We were practically buzzing with excitement. We enter the college football stadium. We shared nervous giggles as we watched the guys warm up on the field. The stadium was much bigger than our high school stadium, but the field was the same size. Camila coerced me into making signs for Javonte and Franklin.

After catching their attention, with wide smiles and hopeful eyes, we made our way to our seats. We were ready for an evening filled with cheering, laughter, and hopefulness.

Throughout the game, I cheered for Javonte and waved my sign. We exchanged smiles whenever our eyes met. I even cheered Franklin on with Camila.

During halftime, I was focused on reaching the restroom and I accidentally collided with a group of people from the rival school. Knocking their refreshments all over some poor guy. Our eyes lock in a momentary standoff, tension palpable in the air. The boy's expression hardens.

“I am sorry for bumping into you guys turning the corner.” The girl growled at