t felt easy, like a natural extension of the friendship they had built over the years. However, as they grew closer, Jamie couldn't shake the feeling that they were on the brink of som

lt like a spotlight was trained on them, and Jamie struggled to enjoy the moment. During halftime, Mia approached them, her face flushed with excitement. "You guys are a hit! Everyone is talking about you!" "Great," Jamie muttered, trying to mask her irritation. "Just what I wanted." "Don't let it get to you," Mia advised. "It's all in fun. Besides, you two are adorable together!" As the game resumed, Jamie found herself pulling away from Alex, feeling overwhelmed. She didn't want to ruin his fun, but the pressure was suffocating. After a particularly loud cheer from the crowd, she turned to him, her voice barely above a whisper. "Can we get some air?" Alex frowned, concern etched on his face. "Sure. Let's step outside for a bit." They walked away from the stands, the noise of the game fading behind them. Jamie took a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart. "I'm sorry, Alex. I just can't handle all the attention right now." "It's okay," he replied, his tone gentle. "I get it. It can be intense." "I want to enjoy being with you, but it feels like everyone is watching us," she confessed, her voice trembling slightly. "Then let's not let them ruin our night," Alex said, taking her hand. "We're here together, and that's what matters." Jamie smiled faintly, grateful for his understanding. They found a quieter spot near the edge of the field, where the sounds of the game became a distant hum. "I know this is new for both of us," Alex said, leaning against a tree. "But we can set boundaries. We don't have to be the center of attention." "Exactly. I just want to be us, without the pressure," Jamie replied, feeling a sense of relief. They stood in comfortable silence for a moment, the cool evening breeze wrapping around them. Then, Jamie spoke up again. "Can we just go back to being us-friends who like each other?" "Absolute