As the concert came to a close, the group decided to grab some late-night bites at a nearby diner. Over burgers and fries, the conversation flowed easily, with laughter and jokes filling the air.
But amidst the camaraderie, Lysa couldn't shake off the feeling that she was losing Ryder to Malaysia. As they walked out of the diner, Lysa lagged behind, her eyes brimming with unshed tears.
Dylan, ever the observant one, noticed Lysa's distress. He fell back to walk beside her, his voice low and concerned. "Hey, Lys, what's going on? You've been quiet all night."
Lysa hesitated, unsure of how to reveal her secret. But Dylan's kind eyes encouraged her to open up. "I think I might have feelings for Ryder," she whispered, her voice barely audible.
Dylan's expression turned sympathetic. "I had no idea, Lys."
As they walked, the others oblivious to their conversation, Lysa felt a weight lift off her shoulders. But little did she know, her secret was about to become the catalyst for a chain of events that would change their friendships forever...