Amelia walked through the crisp, orange leaves, thinking about the new boy at school, Ethan.

They met during art class, their laughter mingling like the colors on their palettes.

Ethan shared his lunch with Amelia, his smile as warm as the sun breaking through clouds.

Walking home, Amelia felt a flutter in her chest thinking about Ethan's kind gestures.

The next day, Ethan asked if Amelia wanted to work on a science project together.

While gathering leaves for the project, Ethan's hand brushed against Amelia's, causing her to blush.

Working late on the project, they talked about stars and secrets, feeling a connection.

At the autumn fair, Ethan won Amelia a plush toy, and their eyes locked in a silent moment.

Under the orange-hued sky, Ethan hesitantly took Amelia's hand, asking if she felt the same.

Amelia, with a racing heart, nodded, and they shared their first, tentative embrace.

Their friends teased them the next day, but Amelia found Ethan's hand, unbothered by the giggles.

As the season turned, their relationship blossomed like the last flowers before winter came.