Yeah, I'm not really feeling the childhood friend. Not to snap us all out of the fantasy, or whatever, but he's too old, experienced, and comes with way too much baggage for a teen girl who has never dated and shouldn't have to jump into the deep end with all this emotional labour. The nice, cute classmate who likes her would be a much better starter boyfriend for her.
Still in my 20s and sounding like a mom on this one, but for real, you guys. 🤣