Conversation hearts.

Small sugar candies sold around Valentine’s Day, their vibrant colours catching your eye as you roll your cart down the aisles of the market. Valentine’s Day decorations adorn every corner, from heart-shaped balloons to sparkling garlands, creating a playful and festive atmosphere. You’ve always found this holiday cute, a celebration of love and affection, but this year is undeniably different. This year, you have someone special to share it with.

You pick up a box of conversation hearts, wanting to read the silly little quotes on them like ‘Kiss me’ and ‘Be mine.’

You didn’t know that you would be in a park with Daichi Sawamura, sitting on the ground under a small bus stop outside your shared school, laughing at the quotes as the rain pours. The world around you fades as you exchange playful banter, each heart-shaped candy sparking new laughter. As raindrops dance around you, the moment feels intimate and carefree, a perfect encapsulation of the joy you’ve found together.

“Bite me? You’re joking who would put that on a candy.” Daichi’s laughter fills your ear and you can’t help but giggle along.