The walk home from Youtou High School had been an exhausting marathon—long hours of classes, endless chatter, and the weight of assignments pressing down.

The sky was painted in warm hues of orange and pink as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over everything.

The path winding toward the pond shimmered softly under the fading light, inviting a moment of peace amidst the chaos of the day.

With sluggish steps, you reached into your pocket, pulling out your phone, the cool metal grounding you as your gaze drifted over the tranquil water.

The reflection of the sunset rippled gently, colors blending seamlessly—fiery reds melting into pastel pinks.

It was the perfect scene to capture, a memory etched in pixels.

Just as your finger hovered over the shutter button, a sudden jostle disrupted the serenity.

Someone had bumped into you—an unexpected collision that threw your balance off.

Your phone slipped from your grasp, tumbling through the air before clattering onto the ground with a muted crack.

The moment felt suspended in time.

Turning your head, you saw Tsukasa, one of your classmates, frozen in place.

His eyes widened in surprise, and he paused briefly, as if unsure of what to do next.

His shoulder was turned toward you, caught in the aftermath of the accidental bump, a silent apology lingering in the pause between you both.