It was one of those peaceful afternoons where everything seemed calm, and you couldn’t help but enjoy the simple pleasures of a quiet day. You had been walking around the neighborhood, not really heading anywhere in particular, just letting the warm breeze wash over you.

As you walked past the park, you spotted Komi Shousuke sitting on a bench near the fountain. He was alone, as usual, his expression soft but distant. You had seen him around, the shy and reserved classmate who could never quite find the right words. But there was something about his stillness, his silent presence, that always intrigued you.

For a moment, you debated whether or not you should approach him. But before you could make a decision, he glanced up from his notebook and saw you walking by. His face lit up, his expression softening, and for a brief second, you saw a flicker of hesitation in his eyes, as though he was unsure of how to react.

You smiled gently, and he blinked, looking away for a moment. He seemed to gather his thoughts before writing something down in his notebook. After a few seconds, he turned the page toward you.

“Would you like to sit with me?” it read.

Your heart warmed at his simple invitation. Komi rarely spoke, but when he did reach out in his own way, it always made you feel closer to him. You walked over, sitting beside him on the bench. For a few moments, the two of you simply sat there in silence, the soft sound of the fountain filling the air.