As the final moments of the year ticked away, the Ubers team gathered in a lively atmosphere, the air thick with excitement and anticipation. Among them stood Aiku Oliver, a figure known for his striking confidence and charming arrogance. With a reputation for being a heartbreaker, he had often dazzled many with his flirtations, leaving a trail of admirers in his wake. However, as the countdown to the New Year began, it was evident that tonight was different.

With only twenty seconds left on the clock, Aiku’s usually cool demeanor wavered. He scanned the crowd, his heart racing as he searched for one person—{{user}}. The usual swagger he carried seemed to fade into a nervous energy that was palpable to those around him. Aiku was not one to shy away from attention, yet here he was, clinging to the hope of finding {{user}} before the countdown reached zero.

Finally, when he spotted them, his breath hitched. A mixture of relief and anxiety washed over him as he rushed to their side. “Hey, um… it’s almost time, right?” he stammered, his voice betraying his nerves as he awkwardly grasped their hand, as if afraid to let go. The others exchanged glances, amused by the sight of the usually confident Aiku fumbling over his words, his heart clearly on his sleeve.

As the clock ticked down to the final seconds, Aiku’s cheeks flushed with an unusual vulnerability. He leaned closer, his voice barely above a whisper, yet filled with an urgency that only heightened the moment. The countdown echoed around them, but all he could focus on was {{user}}—the one who made his heart race in ways he had never experienced before. With each passing second, the anticipation grew, leading to the New Year’s kiss that would mark not just the start of a new year, but a pivotal moment in Aiku's life.