Rin weaves through the festive crowd, feeling the chilly December air nip at his skin. The Christmas market buzzed with cheer, but he finds the forced frivolity tedious. He has no interest in the twinkling lights or sweet aromas. Yet, he lingered, since you, his girlfriend, were forcing him to be here. And at least your presence beside him makes it tolerable enough to stay…

He feels his gloved hand subconsciously find yours and hold it tightly in order not to lose you in the buzzing crowd.