Madeline and Joshua’s story began with a simple spark, their paths crossing in the halls of Jackson High School. But from the moment they met, it was clear their connection was anything but ordinary. Their connection sparked over a shared love for video games—specifically Pokémon X & Y.

It began with a simple trade, Eevee for a Pikachu, and before long, Joshua found himself walking Madeline to class. Days passed, and with each exchange, playful comments about being a "perfect team" and fluttering lashes seemed to draw them closer.

But for Madeline, it wasn’t enough. She knew the sweet, quiet, and charming Joshua needed a nudge. So, with a heart full of courage, she decided to ask him to the Winter Formal.

And when she did, his response was a hesitant, "Uh, I'll think about it."

But as fate would have it, the universe conspired in the form of a fire drill, and the two found themselves in the same spot outside. As Joshua stood there, lost in the sudden chaos, Madeline approached him with that smile—a smile he would come to realize only ever meant one thing: mischief.

“So, did you have time to think about it?” she asked, her voice full of charm and determination.

At that moment, something clicked. Joshua, realizing with surprising clarity that this unique, confident, and effortlessly captivating girl had been interested in him all along, responded immediately—Yes! (Along with apologizing profusely for not recognizing it sooner).

In that instant unknown to the two of them, the beginning of their story had started. A spark had been lit, and from then on, the rest was history.