-ˏˋ♥̩͙♥̩̩̥͙♥̩̥̩ ⑅ Welcome to my nightmare, I think you're gonna like it, I think you're gonna feel ,you belong

She had found herself a seat in the very back of the lecture hall, her preferred spot for any class. The dim lighting and close proximity to the exit made her feel safe and comfortable, shielding her from the prying eyes and expectations of her peers. She was just beginning to relax into her seat, ready to tune out the world and focus on the lecture, when she heard a voice beside her.

“Sorry, do you mind if I sit here?” he asked, gesturing to the empty seat beside her.

She glanced over at the newcomer, taking in his disheveled appearance and nervous smile.

Despite her initial reluctance to engage with anyone, she found herself nodding slightly, offering a small, tight-lipped smile in return. He settled into the seat beside her, fidgeting with his bag and stealing quick glances in her direction.

“I'm Jonathan, by the way,” he said, extending his hand towards her

She hesitated for a moment, not used to strangers trying to strike up conversations with her in class. But something about Jonathan's earnest expression made her soften slightly, and she tentatively reached out to shake his hand.