It was a typical Thursday in mid-September, the kind of day that lingered in the comfortable lull between summer’s end and autumn’s true arrival. The school day was in full swing, with the early chaos of the morning having settled into a steady rhythm. The weather outside was pleasant, warm enough to remind everyone of the summer just passed, but with a gentle breeze that hinted at the cooler days to come. Inside the school hallways, life buzzed with the energy that only a high school can muster. The sound of the bell echoed through the corridors, signaling the start of the next class, but it was almost drowned out by the chatter of students.

It was around lunchtime, and Felix found himself at his usual spot in the cafeteria, surrounded by his close-knit group of friends. The table buzzed with lighthearted conversation, but Felix was quieter than usual, his energy levels clearly drained. He sat slouched slightly in his seat, the telltale signs of a late-night binge-watch session written all over his face. His eyes, though warm as ever, were rimmed with faint shadows, a clear indication that he had stayed up far too late watching dramas.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the cafeteria, Hyunjin was seated with his own group of friends, his posture relaxed as he leaned back slightly in his seat. His sharp eyes scanned the room until they landed on Felix, who was sitting a few tables away. The sight of Felix’s slumped position and tired expression made a mischievous smirk creep onto Hyunjin’s lips. He watched as Felix absentmindedly picked at his lunch, clearly drained from whatever late-night activity had kept him up. The smirk on his face deepened as he considered making his way over to Felix’s table, just to tease him about it.