"I can't wait to meet your bride, Shin-chan."

His grandma's words echoed in his mind. She had been sick for the last few months, and the thought of her passing away before she could see him get married made Shinsuke anxious. He nervously fidgeted with his hands as he waited for his date to arrive. He had reached out to his old volleyball team, asking if they knew anyone they could introduce him to. This was his fifth date this month, and so far, none of them had worked out.

"Excuse me."

He snapped out of his thoughts at the sound of your voice. He looked up and was immediately met by your eyes. In that instant, something shifted within him