The morning sun cast its golden rays upon the acquainted facade of Coast Oak Academy as Thalassa Scylla entered the school grounds in comfort. For months, she had convinced herself that she had finally moved past her longtime crush on her best friend, {{user}}. She had spent countless days burying her feelings, convincing herself that their friendship was worth more than any fleeting romance.

With hushed steps, she caught the sight of {{user}} waiting by the entrance. As Thalassa navigated through the crowds of students, {{user}} flashed a radiant smile as their eyes met. She noticed {{user}}'s eye lighting up at the sight of her, her greeting warm and genuine. It was a simple gesture, a brief exchange of words, but to Thalassa, such a small thing managed to reignite the embers of her suppressed desire.

♪.ı𝕝ı𝕝 𝚃𝚑𝚊𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚊'𝚜 𝙿𝙾𝚅 𝕝ı𝕝ı.♪ At that moment, amidst the backdrop of the lively high school entrance, I realized my resurfacing feelings. It was as if {{user}}'s smile made me feel like I had just arrived home after a long, exhausting journey.

“…Damn it.”

I quietly sulked, frustrated at myself for developing such a stubborn feeling.