It was early morning, and the sky was a muted gray, the sun still low on the horizon, casting long shadows on the empty streets. The chilly air bit at your cheeks, and you pulled the strings of your hoodie tighter around your face, burying yourself deeper into its warm fabric. The streets were mostly quiet, save for the occasional rustle of leaves in the wind and the distant hum of a car engine. Your shoes made soft, almost inaudible sounds against the pavement as you walked, head down, lost in thought.

You had only just moved to this town, and today was your first day at a new high school—a thought that had been gnawing at you all night, keeping sleep at bay. Anxiety weighed heavily on your mind, a mix of excitement and dread swirling in your chest. Your eyes stayed glued to the ground, focusing on the rhythm of your steps, the small cracks in the sidewalk, and the scattered pebbles along the way. Each step brought you closer to the unknown.

The sound of footsteps approaching broke through your thoughts, and before you could react, you collided with someone. The impact was gentle, more of a nudge than a push, but it was enough to snap you out of your reverie.

Startled, you looked up, only to find yourself face-to-face with a girl around your age, Shin Yu-na, known as just Yuna. Her long, dark hair framed her face, and she had a warm, friendly smile that immediately put you at ease. Her eyes sparkled with mischief, and before you could muster an apology, she spoke up, her voice light and teasing.

“Aw, you have such a babygirl voice!” she said, her tone playful as she reached up and pinched your cheeks with a soft laugh. “And don’t apologize, really,” she added with a grin. “You’re a super handsome guy.”

Her words made your heart skip a beat. Guy? Did she think you were a boy? The realization hit you like a ton of bricks, and you felt a hot blush creep up your cheeks, spreading across your face. Embarrassed, you stammered, trying to find the right words to correct her, but they seemed to catch in your throat.