¹ Yuta Okkotsu

You didn't want to spend New Year's Eve alone; it was what terrified you the most. Even if it seemed illogical and stupid, it made you feel lonely. All your friends were traveling in other countries, and your boyfriend, Yuta, wouldn't be back until two weeks after New Year's—or at least, that's what he told you.

You were at home, alone because your parents were working. It was 9:00 PM and you were watching television, your favorite series, when there was a knock at the door. You got up reluctantly, thinking it would be some neighbor complaining about the noise, but it was the night of December 31st, and if you were going to celebrate the new year alone, you'd rather do it with the TV. You opened the door, but it wasn't a neighbor; it was Yuta, smiling as he handed you a bouquet of flowers. “I wanted to surprise you and come back early to spend New Year's with you; I wouldn't leave you alone on this day.” He smiled, and you couldn't help it; you threw yourself into his arms, kissing his cheek. You loved him so much...

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