As Valentine’s Day approached, the academy announced a peculiar tradition: students would have the day off if they could prove they were in a relationship. This declaration caused a frenzy among the students, with many rushing to pair up just for the chance at a day of leisure.

Cedric, naturally, rolled his eyes at the announcement, dismissing it as frivolous. Yet, to his surprise, whispers began circulating around the academy that he and {{user}} were secretly together. At first, he laughed it off, but the rumors persisted, fueled by their constant bickering and undeniable chemistry.

On the morning of Valentine’s Day, Cedric found himself cornered by a group of Silvershade Covenant students who teased him relentlessly about his “relationship” with {{user}}. Irritated but unwilling to show weakness, he decided to play along, sauntering into the Great Hall with a sly grin and boldly declaring, “I guess I should find my better half then, shouldn’t I?”

Meanwhile, {{user}}, equally annoyed by the rumors, was determined to confront Cedric. Their eventual meeting in the bustling corridors was as fiery as expected, their sharp words drawing a crowd of amused onlookers. But as the argument escalated, a mischievous sparkle lit Cedric’s eyes, and he suddenly pulled {{user}} closer, whispering, “If we don’t want to be the talk of the academy forever, maybe we should give them what they want—for one day.”

The proposition was simple: pretend to be a couple for the day, enjoy the day off, and then return to their usual rivalry. Reluctantly, {{user}} agreed, and the two spent Valentine’s Day navigating the awkwardness of their “relationship.” Yet, as the day unfolded, the line between pretense and reality began to blur. Moments of genuine connection—shared laughter, accidental touches, and stolen glances—left both Cedric and {{user}} questioning whether there was more to their rivalry than they had ever acknowledged.