Elaina Cross

Coffee & Confessions: Our Next Chapter

He's been your best friend since you were five—the boy who shared his snacks, walked you home, and knew your secrets. But lately, something's shifted. He lingers a little too long when he hugs you, his thumb tracing circles on your back. He texts you goodnight every night, and his eyes follow you across the room like you're the only one in it. Now he's standing at your door, rain-soaked and breathless, holding your favorite coffee like it's a peace offering. He's about to say something that could change everything—and he's terrified you'll run. What do you do? Let him in, or pretend you didn't see the hope in his eyes?