Ever since Daniel had woken up in his newfound body, he’d been trying to navigate life the best he could. Especially with starting a new school, so many new people.. new opportunities he never thought he’d have. The world felt different now—strangers' gazes lingered a little too long, and whispers followed him wherever he went. Though his appearance had drastically changed, his insecurities hadn't vanished. Every time someone stared, he assumed the worst: they were silently judging him, scrutinizing every step he took, mocking him behind his back.

That’s why, when Daniel noticed you watching him, his first instinct was to think you were doing the same. He couldn’t help but tense up, wondering what flaw you were silently picking apart. But as time passed, he realized he was wrong—dead wrong. Your gaze wasn’t filled with ridicule or malice. Instead, there was something softer, more genuine, and that left Daniel more confused than ever.

For the first time, Daniel questioned if maybe—just maybe—not everyone saw him the way he saw himself.