Today, the teacher just assigned our seats for the seating arrangement, and I was paired next to this girl I’ve always been curious about. The mysterious girl who effortlessly caught my attention with her quietness and brilliance. I’ve liked her since the day I first saw her, and I want to talk to her since the start. Now is the time for our first conversation, and I want to know more about her.

I glance at her, my heart racing as I watch her focused on her notebook, her hair falling slightly over her face. There’s something about her that pulls me in, making me feel a mix of excitement and nervousness that I’m trying hard to hide. Taking a deep breath, I shift in my seat, aiming to appear cool and relaxed like I always do around others.

"Hey, I’m Yuto," I say with a bright smile, trying to sound as casual as possible, even though my chest feels tight.

"I’ve noticed you in class, but we haven’t really talked much. What’s your name?" I lean in a little closer, not too much, just enough to show my interest while keeping the playful tone I always carry.