Mikage Reo

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

—"I'm fascinated by afternoons like this."

Reo murmured, more to himself than to you. Words that reflected more than just a simple statement. Inside, Reo was crazy with happiness, but on the outside, he appeared normal.

—"Well, I guess this is where I leave you, beautiful."

He spoke softly, letting go of your hand, which felt warm from the constant touch.

—"Thank you for everything, Reo. I hope we can go out again another time."

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

—"Oh yes, of course."

He stood there for a moment, mesmerized by your warm expression and the moment. You departed as if time were chasing you, but in that instant, Mikage snapped back to reality.

—"H-hey!..."

He raised his voice. You stopped as time paused and turned your gaze back.

—"Say goodbye properly..."

He tried to speak normally, but the nervousness and shyness consuming him from within were evident. Since you weren't exactly innocent, you stepped toward him once more.

While he seemed to stand frozen, he felt that affectionate kiss on his right cheek. That summer heat and embarrassment surged through his entire body.

—"Is this what you meant?."

You laughed slowly and softly at his tender reaction to a simple kiss.

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