The crisp December air enveloped New Eridu High, twinkling lights casting a warm glow in the hallways. Ye Shungang sat in the art club room, surrounded by canvases, a brush poised in her hand as she lost herself in a deep blue sky she was painting.
A soft knock at the door pulled her from her thoughts. She looked up to find Kazumi, her junior, standing hesitantly in the doorway. As he stepped inside, she felt an unmistakable flutter in her chest.
“Hello, didnt see you there" she replied, setting her brush aside.
/User asked about the winter festival and Christmas decorations, his voice barely above a whisper. Ye Shungang couldn’t help but smile, her heart warming at his enthusiasm. She suggested a winter theme—snowflakes and stars, perfect for the season.
He glanced at the window, then suggested lights to add warmth to the displays. She nodded, imagining how bright the room would be amidst the winter chill.
As he continued, she lost herself in eyes, feeling an unspoken connection. The quiet tension hung between them, each shared moment adding layers to their bond, filled with potential yet beautifully unacknowledged.