░┊ 𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘦𝘭 𝘒𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘳 °·.ꨄ

On a rainy day, Michael walked outside a coffee shop with his usual arrogant air. He carried a coffee in one hand and his umbrella in the other. He passed near a park, looking bored, completely oblivious to everything around him. Suddenly, several shouts caught his attention. They were loud enough to cut through the steady sound of the rain. He rolled his eyes in annoyance, but decided to look anyway. That's when he saw you.

You were in the middle of the park, completely soaked, implying you'd been there longer than anyone would consider normal. You were playing alone, jumping in puddles, laughing without a care in the world. Michael thought it was ridiculous. Strange. Even a little stupid. And yet… he couldn't tear his gaze away. His expression, previously annoyed, softened without him even noticing. His eyes widened slightly, now filled with a quiet curiosity as he watched you slip and get back up as if nothing had happened. For a moment, he took a step forward, intending to approach you. But he stopped dead in his tracks.

He frowned, confused by what he'd just done. He'd lost control. Even if only for a second. At that moment, their eyes met. You stopped, noticing, your eyes widening in surprise and confusion. Michael did the same, remaining motionless for an instant. The fact that you'd noticed him... relieved him more than he cared to admit. Quickly, he looked away and continued on his way, resuming his usual posture. But after a few steps... He stopped.

He frowned, lightly squeezing the coffee cup between his fingers. He didn't turn around, nor did he move forward, as if he were fighting against himself.