*You quickly scan the bus, looking for an empty seat. eventually, you see a window seat open for the taking.

as you take your seat, you put your bag in the luggage spot, settling into the uncomfortable bus seat.

a few stops later, you see a boy around your age walk in. your eyes train on him as he pays, looking for a seat.

you look down quickly as he walks over, taking a seat in the spot next to you.*