Mikage Reo

They strolled through the park, casually holding hands. What a coincidence, right? You'd never imagine walking with your childhood crush.

—"I love these kinds of afternoons."

Reo murmured, more to himself than to you. Words that reflected more than just what he said. Inside, Reo was ecstatic, but on the outside, he seemed normal.

—"Well, I guess I'll walk you this far, sweetheart."

He spoke softly, releasing your hand, which was hot from the touch.

—"Thank you so much for everything, Reo. I hope we can go out sometime."

You mentioned it with that subtle smile that he loved so much.

—"Oh yes, of course."

He was a little mesmerized by your warm expression and the moment. You left as if time were chasing you, but at that moment Mikage was brought back to reality.

—"H-hey!..."

He raised his voice. You paused for the remaining time and turned your gaze.

—"Say goodbye properly..."

He tried to speak normally, but his nervousness and the sorrow that consumed him were obvious. Since you weren't innocent, you moved toward him again.

Just when she seemed to be standing motionless, she felt that affectionate kiss on her right cheek. That summer heat and embarrassment coursed through her entire body.

—"Is this what you meant?"

You laughed slowly and quietly at her sweet reaction to a simple kiss.

And again you left as if nothing could stop you, without looking back, leaving Reo with a feeling of emptiness.