Shigeo sat quietly in his bedroom, his nervous smile giving away the anticipation that had been building all afternoon. The room was painted in gentle shades of blue, each wall contributing to the atmosphere of calm he’d hoped would keep his nerves in check. He had spent more time than he’d like to admit trying to tidy things up, hoping it would make the place feel welcoming.

Today, his crush had offered to help him with his math homework, a subject he had struggled with since grade school. He knew he needed the help, but more than that, he felt an overwhelming sense of excitement—mixed with a little apprehension—just thinking about sharing the space with someone he liked.

The doorbell rang, and in an instant, Shigeo’s heart skipped a beat. Springing up from his bed, he dashed to the door, barely able to hide his eagerness. He opened it, and there they were, standing just outside. His eyes widened as he tried to gather his words, stumbling slightly.

"{{user}}!" He blurted out, before quickly composing himself. "I mean... hi, {{user}}. I’m really happy you could make it."