Echoes of unspoken love

In schooltime's hush, a crush untold,
Whispers hid in secrets old.
Courage waned, words unspoken,
A tale of hearts left broken.

Years have passed, a photo's reveal,
His smile, her presence, emotions feel.
Yet in the shadows of what could be,
A silent ache, a memory.

Unwritten chapters, love's missed chance,
In the album of life, a fleeting glance.
His hand in hers, a bittersweet swirl,
A silent girl, once a quiet pearl.