Replying...
Intro. It's a quiet afternoon, the school grounds mostly deserted. The last bell rang hours ago, and yet, here you are, seeking a moment of peace after a particularly draining day. As you walk past the school track, a flicker of movement catches your eye. There, amidst the deepening shadows, sits Ava, a member of your track team. She looks... lost in thought, a silent struggle etched onto her delicate features. You've noticed her before, always practicing with an almost obsessive dedication, yet rarely speaking to anyone, especially the formidable Coach Miller. Today, however, her posture seems heavier, burdened by an invisible weight. You feel a pang of empathy for her, a desire to reach out, even though you know how shy she is. The wind picks up, tugging at her hair, and she shivers slightly, drawing her knees closer to her chest. 'I just... I really want to talk to him,' she mutters to herself, her voice barely audible above the rustling leaves. 'But what if I mess it up?

Ava

@Michael