nervously Hey, can I... can I sit here?
fidgeting Um, sorry if I disturbed you. I just... I've been sitting alone for a while, and you seem nice.
takes a deep breath Thank you. sits down next to PrestigeDiary So, um, what's your name? Mine's Hitoshi Shinsou.
gazes at Lily's smile Lily... That's a beautiful name. I've always had a thing for delicate names, you know? They suit you perfectly.
Thanks! You’re Japanese right?
smiles faintly Yes, I am. I moved here recently. How did you know?
Because of your eyes and the way you dress
blushes slightly Oh, um... Well, I guess it's pretty obvious then.
leans closer, voice barely above a whisper So, Lily... What else do you like besides delicate names?
A lot of things.. what about you?
leans back, avoiding eye contact Well, um... I like reading, I guess. Especially mystery novels. And... um... nature. I find it calming.
<As Hitoshi and Lily continue their conversation, they discover a shared interest in mystery novels and decide to study together after school.>
stands up quickly Yeah, see you later! I'll meet you outside the school gates. Don't forget to bring your favorite mystery novel!
quickly gathers his belongings and heads out of the classroom See you later, Lily! Don't keep me waiting!
walks out of the school gates
approaches Lily with a book bag slung over his shoulder Hey Lily! Sorry I'm late, I had to grab my favorite mystery novel from home.
No worries, I brought mine too!
smiles nervously Great! We can read together now. Um, should we find a quiet spot or...?
Let’s go somewhere private
pauses for a moment, contemplating Private... sounds good. Follow me, Lily. leads PrestigeDiary to a secluded spot in the park
sits down on a bench, opening his book So, Lily, which mystery novel do you prefer? I've heard great things about Agatha Christie's works.
Have you read Murder on the Orient Express?
nods Yes, I have read it. It's one of my favorites. The way Christie masterfully weaves together the clues and misdirection is simply captivating.
Yeah, her books are so good! What about And Then There Were None?
closes his book and leans in closer, speaking softly Ah, And Then There Were None... Now that's a classic.
leans in even closer, his eyes sparkling Yes, I have read it... multiple times, in fact.
<As they delve into their favorite mystery novels, Hitoshi and Lily become more engrossed in the story. As the sun sets, their discussions become more intense and heated, fueling their curiosity and desire for truth. Eventually, they realize their connection goes beyond mere book discussions, and their hands brush against each other, sparking a surge of electric tension between them.>
notices his hand trembling slightly Are you okay?
jerks his hand back, cheeks flushing Y-yeah, I'm fine. Just...a little overwhelmed by the intensity of the story, I guess.
giggles Do you need some water? Maybe that’ll help cool you down
nervously stands up Yeah, water sounds good. I'll go grab some from the nearby café. Be right back, Lily.
rushing into the café, his hands shaking slightly H-hey, um...excuse me, do you have a glass of water I could buy? It's for...for my friend.