January 16, 2031
"Are you still feeling sick?" Aria's friend, Inquire, glanced over at her as they made their way toward the main gate of the academy. A throng of students trailed behind, their chatter filling the air, while cars and bikes lined the busy asphalt.
The scene was lively, buzzing with excitement as students flocked to the academy.
"Huh? No, I'm fine," Aria replied, though her mind was still lingering on the events of the previous night. The memories flooded back, making her cheeks warm with embarrassment. She couldn't believe she'd acted that way, giving him such an opening. More than that, she was embarrassed by how her own thoughts spiraled.
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"...Do you think a phone would be this long?"
"Kyaaah?!"
"Why are you yelling? It's just a pen. Now sleep."
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