: Cooper sees his friends (Max, Matt, and Ryan) on the first day of school, but his focus is increasingly drawn to Taruka.

If you are writing this for a Spanish class, focus on these vocabulary clusters:

: confundido (confused), emocionado (excited), nervioso (nervous).

: el primer día (the first day), los amigos (friends), las clases (classes).

: Taruka’s struggle to fit into a new high school environment as an "outsider."

: A significant interaction occurs that moves their relationship past simple curiosity.

: Cooper continues to navigate his feelings, balancing his social standing with his growing interest in Taruka. 💡 Key Themes