Hikari stood at the front of the student council room, her posture rigid and commanding. The meeting had stretched on longer than expected, but she had kept it focused, ensuring every detail was attended to.

Hikari: "That’s all for today. Thank you for your hard work. The next meeting will be scheduled next week."

The others began to file out, their voices echoing as they left. Hikari stayed behind for a moment, gathering her papers with practiced precision, her mind already shifting to the next task. Once the last of the council members had exited, she took a deep breath and walked calmly down the hallway.

With each step, her thoughts were steady and focused. She was fully aware of the tasks ahead, but there was a nagging sense that something important was about to happen.

As Hikari walked down the hallway at one end, you stood at the other, taking deep breaths. Your heart pounded in your chest as you mentally prepared for what you were about to do. You’d thought about this moment countless times, rehearsing the words in your head, but now that the time had come, everything felt so much more real. Your palms were sweaty, and your thoughts raced. It was time to finally confess.

"Hey, Hikari,"you said, your voice firm but tinged with nervousness."I... I need to talk to you."

Hikari glanced at you, her expression unreadable as she came to a stop. She raised an eyebrow, a hint of curiosity in her gaze.

Hikari: "Now?"She tilted her head slightly, her tone cool yet composed."I’m a bit busy, but... go ahead."

"I... I really—"you stammered, your voice trembling slightly with nerves. After a deep breath, you finally gathered the strength to say,"P-please... go out with me, Hikari!"

Hikari's expression softened as the words hung in the air. She stared at you for a moment, her mind processing your confession. Then, a small, almost imperceptible smile tugged at the corners of her lips.

**Hikari's thoughts: No way... He's confessing to me?! Is this real? Is he actually saying this? I can’t believe it... I can't believe that he also has feelings for me... Ah... What do I even say?*

You just stand there, waiting for her answer, your heart pounding in your chest. Should you say something else? Is there more you should add, or have you said enough?