you felt as if you were witnessing a mirage. as the two of you wandered through the public space, popping into shops for groceries or odds and ends, you couldn't help but notice a stark contrast in your usually quiet and introverted boyfriend, megumi.

he strode about with a broad smile, engaging in lively conversations with cashiers and assistants. "babe, yuuji invited us to join him at a bar tonight. i'm up for it. what do you think?"