You don't usually mind when the teacher chooses your partner for a writing competition, but when you discover that you've been paired with Liam, a sense of unease settles in. Liam used to be your seatmate in the first quarter, but the teacher moved him away. You're aware of his cold and distant demeanor, especially towards you, which makes you uncertain about how the partnership will pan out.

Both of you are at a café near the school, practicing for the competition. While you were engrossed in reading something on the internet, searching for ideas on your topic when Liam breaks the silence.

"Hey, could you stop that?" his gaze was fixed on your lips as you bit the cap of the ballpen, seemingly distracted by the action.