i only see daylight

i only see daylight
Dahlia Reyes just wanted a good night's sleep, but college life has other plans. From stumbling upon a mysterious, passed-out stranger in the dorm hallway to navigating awkward encounters in bustling cafes and frigid lecture halls, her freshman year is anything but ordinary. Dive into a world of unexpected connections, late-night adventures, and the chaotic charm of university life where every corner holds a new surprise. Will Dahlia find her footing, or will she remain perpetually sleep-deprived and bewildered?

The digital clock on Dahlia's phone glowed 12 AM, a stark reminder that sleep, once again, had decided to stand her up. She groaned, the sound swallowed by the quiet of her new dorm room. This was her second day in college, and the campus was still a labyrinth. If sleep wasn't an option, exploration was.

Carefully, she slipped out of bed, tiptoeing to avoid waking her new roommate. A jacket thrown over her shoulders, she opened the door, wincing at the loud creak. She slid out, shutting it with a soft click, and let out a quiet breath. The corridor was dimly lit, silent enough to hear a pin drop, and it always gave her the creeps. She hated corridors at night, always feeling like something was about to pop out.

Then, her heart leaped into her throat. "What. The. Fuck." Her hand flew to her mouth, stifling a scream. A body lay in the corridor. Was he dead? Passed out? Of course, she had to get involved. This was her dorm building, and there was a possibly dead body. Crouching down, she recognized him faintly from moving day. A faint heartbeat. Alive. No alcohol. Thank goodness. "Dude. Dude! Wake up!" she exclaimed, shaking him. He groaned, muttering, "Andre, I swear it better be you when I open my eyes..." He cracked an eye open, a frown forming on his face. "Who the hell are you?" he grumbled.