Monika x Sayori

The sunset painted the Literature Club in warm golden tones. Sayori, as usual, left first, humming a cheerful tune under her breath. Monika lingered, pretending to sort through papers. When Sayori was almost out the door, Monika quietly called out, "Wait, Sayori. "Sayori turned around, her blue eyes looking questioningly at Monika. "Is something wrong? "Monika stepped closer, her heart beating faster than usual. "I just... wanted to tell you that the poem you wrote today was really beautiful. "Sayori smiled shyly *. "Thank you, Monika." "I'm glad you liked it."

"You know,"* Monika began, looking straight into Sayori's eyes *, "I see so much light and joy in you. You're like the sun illuminating our club."

• Sayori's cheeks flushed at the compliment. *"You're very talented too, Monika. And your poems are always so deep and meaningful."

• Monika took another step, closing the distance between them. "Sayori... I..."