first word said to my crush

Lusi adjusted the strap of her heavy bag and climbed the hostel stairs slowly. It was her first evening in college, and the building was full of noise—girls laughing, suitcases rolling, seniors giving directions.

She looked down carefully while climbing, trying not to trip.

Then suddenly, footsteps echoed from above.

She lifted her eyes for sam was walking down the staircase.

The same boy she had admired from afar for years.

For a moment, everything around her felt silent. Her heart started racing so fast that she forgot she was still standing in the middle of the stairs.

Sam casually held a few books in one hand, talking to his friend, unaware that Lusi was staring at him in complete shock.

As he came closer, Lusi quickly looked away, pretending to fix her luggage handle.

But fate had other plans.

Her suitcase slipped from her hand and tilted dangerously down the stairs.

Before it could fall, Sam caught it with one hand.

“You should be careful,” he said softly with a small smile.

Lusi looked up at him, speechless.

“First day?” he asked.

She nodded nervously.

“Hostel third floor?” he guessed.

Again, she nodded.

Sam lifted the suitcase easily. “Come on, I’ll help you.”

Lusi followed him upstairs quietly, hiding the smile that refused to leave her face.

Their first conversation had finally begun—on a hostel staircase she would never forget.

When she opened Room 212, three girls were already there.

The first girl quickly stood up with excitement.

“I’m Lusi from Beijing!” she said, adjusting her glasses. “I talk a lot, so don’t get irritated.”

Lusi laughed softly. “I’m Lusi.”

Another girl sitting on the bed waved while eating chips.

“I’m Reet. I only become friends with people who share snacks.”

“Then we’ll definitely be friends,” Lusi replied.

Near the window, one girl was quietly arranging books on her shelf. She looked calm and mature.

“I’m Neel ,” she said with a small smile. “If you need notes or help, ask me.”

Within minutes, the awkward silence disappeared.

Lusi started asking everyone about their school life, Noel played music on her phone, and reet helped Lusi arrange her luggage.

Soon the room felt warm and comfortable instead of unfamiliar.

At night, the four girls sat together on the floor sharing snacks and stories.

“Who do you think is the most handsome boy in college?” Noel suddenly asked dramatically.

Lusi immediately remembered Sam — the senior she had secretly admired since school days — but she stayed quiet and smiled to herself.

That night, for the first time, the hostel room didn’t feel strange anymore.

It felt like the beginning of friendships, memories, and a completely new life.

The first class of the semester was already noisy. Students whispered nervously, some trying to make new friends while others searched for empty seats.

Lusi sat near the window, adjusting her notebook and secretly looking around for Sam, the senior she had admired for years.

The classroom door suddenly opened.

Three seniors walked inside confidently, wearing college club badges. The entire class became silent for a moment.

Among them was Sam.

Lusi’s heart skipped instantly.

“Good morning, freshers,” one senior said with a smile.

“We’re here to introduce the college clubs.

Trust me, college becomes much more fun when you join one.”

Students slowly relaxed as the seniors began talking about dance, music, photography, debate, coding, and sports clubs.

Then Sam stepped forward.

“Our college isn’t only about marks,” he said calmly.

“Clubs help you find people who share your passion. Some of the best memories start there.”