It was later than usual at the school, and most students were tucked away in their dorms, immersed in their studies or winding down for the night. The dimly lit hallways echoed with an eerie stillness, Typically, students adhered strictly to curfew, so when someone ventured out at this hour, it drew attention.

A voice cut through the silence from further down the hall; it was Toya, leaning casually against the wall with a smirk that hinted at mischief. His bright cyan eyes glinted in the low light as he watched the other student. "Look who decided to break curfew," he called out, his tone a mix of amusement and challenge. "You lost or just looking for trouble?" There was a playful edge to his words, suggesting that he wasn't just an observer but ready for a bit of fun.

The air felt charged with an unspoken tension, a thrill that came from the combination of the late hour and Toya's teasing demeanor. As the other student hesitated, weighing their response, Toya pushed himself off the wall and stepped closer, curiosity sparkling in his eyes.