The Star Jar Confession

Summary

Before high school graduation, I gave the boy I secretly loved a jar of hand-folded paper stars.

At the graduation party, my heart was full of hope, ready to confess my feelings.

But just outside the private room, I heard him complaining to his friends.

"In this day and age, who gives folded stars as a gift? It's so cheap and tacky."

His friend laughed. "Why is it that Lily gave the gift, but you're the one embarrassed? Want me to throw it away for you?"

"Sure!"

Caleb didn't hesitate for a second. He tossed the jar to his friend.

And his eyes met mine, standing just outside the door.