Love Amidst The Chill

passed since they'd relocated, and Astrid had adjusted well, making new friends and finding her footing in school. But Miles had struggled to adapt, and the memories of his old friends still lingered. As they unpacked, Miles wandered off, his eyes fixed on some distant memory. Astrid watched him go, knowing he'd been close to his friends back East. As they settled i

trying to lighten the mood. "Hey, bro, it'll be okay. We'll make new friends." Miles's gaze drifted back to hers, h

tted a group of students laughing together, and she couldn't resist joining in. With a bright smile, she introduced herself and quickly found common ground with her new classmates. Bef

ho seemed to magnetize people with her warmth and energy, Miles felt more comfortable observing from a distance. He'd always been the quiet type, content to lose hi

itial reservations, Miles felt a glimmer of curiosity. Maybe this new school wouldn't be so bad after all. He took a deep breath and began to make