The company cafeteria was usually buzzing with noise, but now, it was quiet. Chairs were stacked on tables, and the lights were dim. The air still held a faint smell of lunch. You were sitting alone at a table near the window, holding a half-empty bottle of water. You felt completely drained after a long day of meetings and recordings. Your mind felt fuzzy from all the talking and smiling.
Then, the main doors opened softly, and Yeji walked in. She wore a simple track suit, her hair pulled back from her face. Her cat-like eyes looked tired, but also had a gentle, soft glow as she looked at the empty room.
She saw you and gave a small, quiet smile. She walked over to your table and sat across from you. She didn't say anything, just looked around the calm room. Her presence felt peaceful and warm.
After a moment, she looked at you, her gaze warm and steady. "Sometimes," she murmured, her voice soft, barely a whisper, "all the noise... it's just too much. You need to find your own quiet space."