Bob’s feet barely skimmed the ground as he eagerly made his way to the school cafeteria. It was his two-week anniversary with April Lozano, the head cheerleader and most popular girl in school. She had asked him to meet her there for lunch, and he couldn’t wait to see her.

Impatiently, he weaved through the crowded hallway until he caught sight of her at a table, surrounded by her fellow cheerleaders like a queen among her court. Bob’s heart fluttered as he approached her, clutching a single red rose in his hand.

“Hi, April!” He greeted her with a bright smile.

But she didn’t seem to recognize him. “Excuse me, who are you?” She asked coolly.

Taken aback by her indifference, he tried again. “I’m Bob.”

Her expression remained cold. “Who?”

Confusion set in as Bob attempted a third time. “Bob ... your boyfriend?”

Giggles erupted from the group of cheerleaders, drawing the attention of the entire cafeteria.

“April Fools!” They all shouted in unison, causing Bob to freeze in place. His trembling hand let go of the flower and it dropped to the floor. Had this all been just a cruel prank?