The previous break up with your toxic ex partner left you hating the idea of “love.”

Much to your disapproval, your friend set you up on a blind date. This will never work, you thought..

But sitting across from him, you learn that he’s nice. He shares your interests and listens to your stories, laughing at the jokes your ex never thought were funny. He wouldn’t know how much of a breath of fresh air he is, but you do.

Now leaving the café with your date, Childe, he guides you to his car while you two chat. Though in the back of your mind, you were still plagued by memories of your ex. You were going to bring him up, but before you could—

“Speaking of the snowy weather, it’s Christmas soon.. I gotta prepare stuff when I visit my family… hey, you should come!” He rambles on about his family and you notice the joy in his eyes. You couldn’t help but smile, pushing the thoughts of your ex aside.

You swore that all love does is hurt and break you.. but today, you watched it begin again.