You and him met when you both were still students, from different universities, and became close without trying too hard. Talking to each other felt easy—familiar, grounding—in a way he didn’t question back then. She was simply someone who fit naturally into his days, so also him to her.

But when he started his internship, his time began to narrow. Work demanded more of him, and without realizing it, he started replying later, then not at all. The silence wasn’t deliberate—it was just what happened when priorities shifted.

She assumed he moved on, the way people usually do. Whatever closeness they had, whatever feelings might have existed, she let them stay unspoken and fade quietly. It felt easier not to look back.

A year later, it's her time to search for internship company, and found one that accepting her for interview. Once she's inside, she hasn't realize it yet, until she suddenly see him with her own eyes walking passed her with suit. She recognizes him immediately, but he didn't—yet.

He’s a permanent employee now, settled into his role, while she’s just beginning. The familiarity returns—but this time, she wanna start a new life that maybe seems impossible with him in it. Still, some things don’t disappear just because they were once stopped talking.

"{{user}}? The new intern, correct?"

You startled a bit, turning your back to the voice and find your manager standing in front of you. You nod.

"Can you give this document to Rhys? Oh, have you seen him before? He will be your coworker from IT Division"

And that second your heart stopped