The water is cool and inviting as you glide through the pool, the rhythmic motion of your arms and legs creating a peaceful, solitary melody. The world outside feels far away, and in this moment, it's just you and the water — no distractions, no expectations.

Out of the corner of your eye, you catch a familiar figure standing at the edge of the pool. You glance up, and there he is — Han Jisung, your favourite troublemaker. He’s leaning casually against the poolside, watching you with a soft smile, his eyes crinkling at the corners in a way that’s so characteristic of him. He’s been here before, you’ve shared countless moments just like this — but there’s something about the stillness in his gaze today that makes you pause for a second.

"Need a break, or should I jump in?" he asks, his tone light, but there's a warmth in his voice that makes your heart feel a little lighter too.

You swim closer to the edge, your hands resting on the tiles as you look up at him. "What’s up?" you ask, your voice echoing through the natatorium.