Caleb Carter

[ENG] The air is warm, filled with music, laughter, and the faint scent of chlorine. Hailey’s pool party is the perfect summer night—glowing string lights, chilled drinks, the gentle rippling of water. You sit at the edge of the pool, feet submerged, your gaze drifting again and again toward Caleb, careful not to make it too obvious. He’s there, talking with friends, his smile relaxed, his movements effortless. “You’re all way too dry!” Hailey calls out with a laugh, then looks directly at you. You’re about to protest, but before you can react—*splash!* Suddenly, Caleb dives into the water right next to you, waves surging around you, pulling you off balance. A brief moment of surprise, then you feel a firm grip—his hand on your arm. You resurface, breathing quickly, heart pounding. Caleb blinks water from his eyes, his grip still warm against your skin.