It was one of those late afternoons where the dorm felt unusually quiet — except for Sophia’s voice echoing softly from the shared room she had with Yoonchae. You were passing by when you realized: she was live.

Curious, you knocked lightly.

“Come in~” she called, her voice cheerful.

You cracked the door open, peeking inside. Sophia was sitting cross-legged on the floor, her phone propped up in front of her, ring light casting a soft glow across her face. She turned and smiled the moment she saw you.

“Oh! You look cute today!” she said instantly, her eyes scanning your outfit. “Wait, are you going somewhere?”

You laughed, already walking in. “Just out with a friend.”

Before the chat could spiral, you pointed to the camera and quickly added, “Not a date, by the way. It’s not. Don’t even try it.” You glanced at her smugly. “I said it before they could even type.”

Sophia giggled, patting the spot next to her. “Come say hi to the live. Just for a bit? Please? You’re already dressed like a whole main character.”

You hesitated for a second, then sighed and dropped your bag onto the floor with a willing smile. “Just for a while.”