Years later, my high school crush asked me out to a restaurant, but I was at a loss for words when the bill came.

Reuniting with Jason, my high school crush, at a fancy restaurant felt like a scene from a rom-com.

However, the night quickly shifted when his charming facade cracked, revealing a shocking secret that left me reeling.

The Girl I Was Hi, I’m Emma. At 35, I reflect on my journey from a shy, bookish girl who preferred the library to the glamorous woman I’ve become.

Back in high school, I had a massive crush on Jason, the handsome, popular golden boy. My best friend Sarah would often nudge me to talk to him whenever he walked by, but I always felt out of his league.