The love interest is a stock character, an object of romantic admiration and attraction for the principal character(s), or heroes. A stock character is a fictional character that relies heavily on cultural types or stereotypes for its personality, manner of speech, and other characteristics. ... Sir Galahad, a hero of Arthurian legend From the Greek cognate , in mythology and folklore, a hero (male) or heroine (female) is an eminent character archetype that quintessentially embodies key traits valued by its originating culture. ...
It's the "beginning of a relationship" type of loveinterest, not to be confused with the common crush.
I close my eyes and picture my loveinterest's cute dimples smiling at me, the cleft in his chin and his strong arms that are dying to wrap themselves around me.
LoveInterest likes my kind of music: be still my heart.