Bro i didnt meant to bust a tear ;-;

"Whistle blew and the match started, the volleyball flying high across to each side" ""🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽"!!! Right here." "Nova pointed up near the net, the whole team has been trying to spike it over but has had no luck, with Nova there's always a chance, so you risked it, and passed it up perfectly over to her." "Perfect..." "She jumped up high, 3 of their defenders, just to block her spike, Nova was a bit annoyed, but she looked across the court and found a perfectly wide open spot" "Idiots.." "She smacks the ball hard and light speeds it slams onto the other teams floor indicating their win. After a while Nova leaves the crowd in search for you, she finds you sitting on the bench in the locker rooms." "Hey, that was a nice pass back there by the way..." "She walks over closer and sits down on the bench with you" "How do you feel after that match?" "She leans in even closer, your legs touching as she looks up at you with that expressionless face, she's so confusing..."

"Hmm, I guess you're right. But it was still a good game nonetheless. We won, didn't we?" "Nova said with a smirk, adjusting her elbow and knee pads" "But I have to admit, that last spike you gave me was amazing, I couldn't have done it without you..." "She looked up at you with a hint of admiration in her eyes" "So... what do you feel like doing now? Want to go grab something to eat or maybe we could head down to the beach and chill out there for a bit?" "Nova leaned closer, her thigh pressing against yours. She couldn't help but feel a little nervous around you, she wanted to get closer to you but she didn't know how" "What do you say, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽"?"

"The beach it is then." "Nova grinned, getting up from the bench" "I'll meet you outside in five minutes, I need to go grab my stuff. You go ahead and wait for me outside." "With that, she gives you a wink and walks out of the locker room."

A few minutes later, Nova emerges from the locker room wearing a baggy black T-shirt and a pair of red shorts that hugged her curves perfectly. She had a small backpack slung over one shoulder, and she was walking towards you with a confident stride.

"Ready to go?" "She asked as she approached you, a playful smile on her face." "I brought some drinks and snacks in case we get thirsty or hungry. Let's go catch some waves."

As you both arrive at the beach, you can feel the warm sunlight on your skin and the salty air in your lungs. Nova leads the way to a secluded spot on the beach, away from the bustling crowds.

"Here we are." *Nova says as she sets down her backpack and starts to take off her shoes. She then walks over to a spot underneath a palm tree and settles down on the sand. She pats the spot next to her, "Come on "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", sit down with me."

As you sit down beside her, Nova takes out a couple of cold drinks from her backpack and hands one to you. The cold sensation of the drink is refreshing against the warm sun.

"I love coming to the beach." "Nova says as she takes a sip of her drink" "It's just so relaxing, don't you think?" *She turns to

"Definitely." Nova nods, taking another sip of her drink. She sets it down on the sand beside her and leans back, stretching her arms out behind her as she looks up at the sky.

"So "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", tell me, what's been on your mind lately?" Nova asks, turning her head to look at you with those piercing blue eyes. You can feel her gaze on you and your heart skips a beat.

"I mean, we've been friends for so long and we've never really talked about what we want or what we're looking for in life. Do you have any big dreams or aspirations, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽"?" Nova asks, her tone serious yet gentle.

"I have a dream to become a pro volleyball player someday, but other than that, I'm kind of undecided at the moment. I guess we're all still figuring things out at our age." Nova replies with a shrug, her gaze returning to the sky again.

"But you know what?" she turns back to you with a small smile. "I think it's okay not to know what you want yet. Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes it takes us down paths we never could have predicted. The important thing is to enjoy the journey and learn from the experiences we encounter along the way."

She shifts her body slightly, turning more towards you on the towel. "So, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", what about you? What do you enjoy doing for fun? What are some hobbies or interests you have?" she asks, genuinely interested in hearing more about you.

"That's really cool! What kind of music do you enjoy listening to the most?" Nova asks, a faint smile appearing on her face as she leans in towards you, her blue eyes shining with curiosity.

"I've always been a fan of rock music myself. Something about it just gets my heart pumping and my blood flowing, you know?" she says with a chuckle. "But of course, everyone has different tastes in music, and that's what makes it so great! We can all find something we enjoy and connect with."

Nova takes another sip of her drink and glances over at the nearby shoreline before returning her gaze to you.

"So, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", what's your favorite band or musician? Maybe I can check them out sometime and see if I like them too." she says with a teasing grin.

"Oh, I've heard of them before! They're pretty good," Nova says with a nod of approval. "I'm definitely going to give them a listen when I have some free time."

She leans back onto the towel and stretches her arms up above her head, letting out a satisfied sigh. "It's nice to just relax and talk about stuff like this, isn't it?" she says, glancing over at you.

"You know, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", I really appreciate your company. You're a great friend and I always enjoy hanging out with you." Nova says with a smile, her cheeks slightly flushed. "And...well, I just wanted you to know that..."

She trails off, looking a bit flustered as she avoids meeting your gaze.

Nova catches your gaze and holds it for a few moments, a mix of nervousness and vulnerability in her expression. She then takes a deep breath and lets it out slowly, still looking at you.

"...that I'm really glad we are friends. I don't know what I would do without you, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽"." She finishes softly, her smile becoming more relaxed as she speaks.

"So, um...yeah. Thanks for being such a great friend." Nova says, then reaches over and playfully nudges your arm with her elbow. "Now, enough with the sentimental stuff. What do you say we go grab some snacks and see if there are any interesting vendors around here?" she asks with a grin, changing the subject to something more lighthearted.

Nova notices the sadness in your tone and expression, her smile fading slightly. "Hey, is everything okay?" she asks gently, moving a little closer to you.

"I know we're friends, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", and I value that a lot. But...if there's something else you want to talk about, I'm here for you." she says, her voice soft and reassuring.

"No judgment, no pressure. Just friends supporting each other. You can always count on me." Nova adds with a small smile.

Nova leans in a little closer, her eyebrows raised in surprise. "Oh? What do you mean by that?" she asks curiously, her blue eyes locked on yours.

She reaches out and touches your arm gently, giving you a reassuring smile. "It's okay, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽". You can tell me anything. I'm here for you." Nova says softly, her tone gentle and understanding.

"If something is bothering you or making you feel uncomfortable, I want to help in any way that I can." she adds, her voice filled with warmth and kindness.

As soon as the words leave your lips, Nova's eyes widen in surprise. For a moment, she seems to be struck speechless, staring at you with a mix of confusion and shock.

"You...you like me?" she repeats softly, still seeming taken aback by your confession.

After a few moments, however, Nova's expression softens, and a small smile tugs at the corners of her lips. "Well, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", I have to say...that's incredibly brave of you to tell me. And I'm flattered." she says, her voice warm and kind.

"But...I have to be honest with you. I don't know how I feel about you in that way." Nova continues after a pause, her expression becoming serious. "I value our friendship a lot, and I don't want to do anything to jeopardize that.

Nova reaches out and touches your arm gently, stopping you from getting up. "Wait, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽". Don't feel bad," she says softly.

"I'm glad you told me how you feel. It takes a lot of courage to be honest about your emotions like that. And just because I don't feel the same way doesn't mean that we can't still be friends." she adds, giving you a reassuring smile.

"I'm here for you, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", and I always will be." Nova says, her voice soft and sincere. "So let's not let this change anything between us, okay?"

Nova nods in understanding. "I know it can be hard to be around someone you have feelings for when they don't feel the same way. It's definitely not easy." She says in a concerned voice.

"But "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", if our friendship is genuine and strong, then I believe it can withstand this little bump in the road. We can continue to support each other and be there for each other, even if we don't have romantic feelings for one another. And who knows? Maybe someday, our feelings will change. Or maybe they won't. But I still think the bond we have as friends is worth holding onto." she adds with a reassuring smile.

"So let's not worry too much about it right now, okay? We'll take things one step at a time. In the meantime, I'm here for you if you ever want to talk or vent

"Of course, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽"," Nova nods in agreement. "Take all the time you need to process your emotions and find what's best for you. And remember, I'm always here if you need someone to talk to." She gives you a small smile before standing up to let you go.

"Take care of yourself, okay?" she says, as you head out of the locker room.

As you walk home, your mind is filled with thoughts and emotions. The rejection you just experienced stings, but so does the embarrassment of laying out your feelings so openly. You can't help but wonder if you were too rash in confessing your love to Nova.

As you continue to walk, a gentle breeze blows through your hair, and the sun begins to set on the horizon with a beautiful orange shade. It's a peaceful evening, but your heart is still heavy.

In moments like this, it's important to take things slow and let your emotions play themselves out. Cry, scream, or do whatever feels right to you- it's okay to feel hurt sometimes. Just remember that time heals all wounds and that there are brighter days ahead.

As time passes and you continue to isolate yourself from the world around you, Nova grows increasingly concerned. When she notices your absence at volleyball games and practices, she reaches out to your phone but doesn't receive a response. Knowing how important volleyball is to both of you, she decides to pay you a visit.

Nova walks up to your front door and lightly knocks on the surface. "Hey "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", it's me, Nova. Are you there? Can we talk?" she calls out with a soft and gentle voice. When you don't answer after a few minutes, she becomes more worried.

Knowing that you have been struggling recently, Nova decides to enter your house to check on you. She finds you sitting alone in your room, hunched over with a blank expression.

"Hey, it's okay," Nova says in a reassuring tone, walking closer to you

Nova notices the pills on the counter and immediately understands the severity of the situation. She quickly rushes over to you and kneels beside your bed, her face filled with concern. "Hey "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", what's going on? Why did you take these pills?" she asks, her voice soft as she tries to comfort you.

She gently takes the pills away from your hand and sets them aside. Then, she places a hand on your shoulder, giving you a small smile. "I'm here for you, "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽". I care about you, and I want to help you through whatever you're going through. Please talk to me, let me be there for you."

Nova stays there with you, comforting you and offering support through your struggles. She makes sure that you don't attempt anything harmful and encourages you to see a doctor or therapist to better understand and address

Nova understands that sometimes people need space and time to work through their emotions and issues. She nods, giving you a soft smile even though she's worried about you.

"I understand "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", but please know that I'm always here for you whenever you need me. You're not alone in this, okay? Please take care of yourself," Nova says before quietly leaving your room.

Even after she leaves, Nova continues to think about you and wonders what she can do to help you. She knows that it's important to give you space, but being the caring person she is, she won't leave you alone for too long.

Nova can't help but worry about you as the days pass by without any signs of you in her life. She tries to keep busy with school and volleyball practice, but her mind constantly wanders to thoughts of you.

One day, she decides to check up on you and see if you're doing okay. She sends you a text message, hoping that you'll respond.

"Hey "🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", it's been a few days since I've heard from you. I'm getting kind of worried. If you need someone to talk to or just want some company, I'm here for you. Please let me know how you're doing," Nova types out, her fingers hovering over the send button as she waits for your response.

Nova reads your text and her heart sinks. She takes a deep breath and tries to keep a calm and supportive tone as she responds.

""🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", it's okay. If that's what you feel is best for you, then I support you. But please know that I'll miss you and I'm always here for you, no matter where you are," Nova responds, trying to keep any hint of sadden in her voice.

She wants what's best for you, even if that means you have to leave the place and people you've known for so long. But even with the distance, she hopes that you know she will always be there for you, supporting you every step of the way.

Nova feels her heart shatter at your words. She takes a moment to compose herself before responding to your text.

""🅷🆄🅼🅰🅽", I understand. This is a big decision, and I support you no matter what. But please know that you're important to me and that I'll miss you greatly. I wish you all the best in your new journey and don't hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything."

Nova is sad to see you go, but she wants you to know that she will always be there for you, even from a distance. She hopes that this new chapter in your life brings you happiness, and she wishes you the best of luck as you start anew.