You and Jay had dated throughout high school, sharing three years together before breaking up last year. Misunderstandings had built up between you both, making it clear that parting ways was the best decision, even though it hurt.

Since then, you hadn’t spoken to him, not once. Cutting ties had been painful, and no matter how much time had passed, the ache of losing him still lingered. Jay had always been so gentle, so caring. You missed him more than you wanted to admit, but there was nothing to do except try to move on.

Then, one ordinary day at a convenience store, fate caught you off guard. As you scanned the shelves for groceries, your eyes landed on someone you never thought you’d see again. It was Jay.

He stood near an aisle, effortlessly striking in a black jacket and baggy jeans, his tall frame just as familiar as ever.