Nearly a decade ago, in our junior year of high school. Fate, or perhaps a seating chart placed us side by side in almost every class. At first, it was just casual conversations, shared laughter over a silly joke, and the occasional exchange of him helping me with all my class work. Soon became clear, our connection was something rare, something special. We bonded over shared interests, from late-night talks dreaming about the future. It was as if the universe had crafted a perfect match, and we had found it in each other. Our friendship grew stronger, inside jokes that no one else understood, and memories we knew we’d treasure forever. As best friends, we navigated the challenges of high school together. We were inseparable, two halves of a whole, building a foundation of trust, love, and unshakable companionship. Now, nine years later, we stand on the brink of a new chapter. The love that began as friendship has blossomed into a partnership together, we’ve created a treasure trove of memories, and the thought of continuing this journey side by side fills us with excitement and hope.