" Only Yours " A secret crush

[Scene: School Library]

"The soft rustle of pages turning and the faint sound of whispers filled the school library. Sunlight streamed through the tall windows, casting a warm glow over the wooden tables and shelves lined with books. Emma Thompson sat at her usual spot, her auburn hair cascading over her shoulder as she scribbled notes for her history assignment."

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(thinking to herself) I can’t believe I left this until the last minute. I’ll never finish in time.

"Across the room, Luca Marino was seated at a table, seemingly engrossed in a thick novel. His dark hair fell slightly over his eyes, which were intensely focused on the pages in front of him. To anyone watching, he was just another student lost in his studies. But Luca carried a secret that no one in the school knew — he was the heir to the powerful Marino mafia family."

Luca marino .(ML)

(glancing around) Just another day of pretending everything’s normal.

"Emma looked up from her notes and spotted Luca. Her heart skipped a beat. She had admired him from afar for years, drawn to his quiet confidence and the mystery that surrounded him. Gathering her courage, she stood up and walked over to his table."

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(nervously) Hey, Luca. Do you know anything about the Treaty of Versailles? I’m kind of stuck on my history assignment.

Luca looked up, surprised but pleased to see her.

Luca marino .(ML)

(smiling) Sure, Emma. It’s about the peace treaty that ended World War I. What do you need help with?

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(blushing) Just understanding its main points. Thanks for helping.

"Luca explained the key aspects of the treaty, his voice steady and reassuring. Emma listened intently, captivated not just by his knowledge but by the warmth in his eyes."

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(smiling) Wow, you really know your stuff. Thanks, Luca.

Luca marino .(ML)

No problem. If you need more help, feel free to ask.

[As Emma returned to her table, Luca’s phone buzzed with a message from his best friend, Marco.]

Marco

(texting) Don’t forget the meeting tonight. Boss wants an update.

Luca marino .(ML)

(texting back) Got it. I’ll be there after I finish up here.

[Emma overheard part of the conversation as she walked by, her curiosity piqued.]

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(thinking to herself) What kind of meeting does he have? He’s always so secretive.

[Back at home, Emma’s father, a dedicated police officer, was having a stern conversation with her.]

Mr . Thompson

(firmly) Emma, stay away from anyone associated with the Marino family. They’re dangerous people.

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(confused) Why, Dad? What’s wrong with them?

Mr . Thompson

They’re involved in criminal activities. I’m just trying to keep you safe.

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(thinking to herself) Could Luca really be involved in something dangerous?

[The next day at school, Emma approached Luca in the hallway, determined to learn more about the enigmatic boy who had captured her interest.]

Emma Thompson. (fl)

(smiling) Hi, Luca. Thanks again for the help yesterday.

Luca marino .(ML)

(smiling back) Anytime, Emma. How did your assignment go?

Emma Thompson. (fl)

Much better, thanks to you. Hey, do you mind if we study together more often?

Luca marino .(ML)

(hesitant) Sure, I’d like that. Just let me know when.

[As Luca walked to his next class, he texted Marco, his mind racing with thoughts about Emma and the dangerous life he led.]

Luca marino .(ML)

(texting) Emma wants to study together. How do I keep this normal without dragging her into our world?

Marco

(texting back) Just be careful. Boss won’t like it if she gets too close.

Luca marino .(ML)

(texting) I know. I’ll handle it.

"In the quiet moments between their conversations, both Emma and Luca felt the stirrings of something deeper. Little did they know, their worlds were about to collide in ways they could never have imagined."