5

Alis walks into her family home, her mind still clouded from the last encounter with Jun. She places her bag down, and as she heads towards the stairs, her mother appears from the kitchen, her face set with a determined expression.

Alis’s Mom: Alis, we need to talk.

Alis, sensing the gravity of her mother's tone, turns to face her.

Alis: What is it, Mom?

Her mother steps closer, placing a hand on her shoulder.

Alis’s Mom: Your wedding will be tomorrow.

Alis feels the words hit her like a shockwave. She stares at her mother, her voice caught in her throat.

Alis: (in disbelief) Tomorrow? Why so soon?

Her mother remains calm, trying to reassure her.

Alis’s Mom: Your father and I have decided it’s time. Everything’s already arranged. We just want to see you happy and settled.

Alis’s heart races. She feels the world spinning too fast, everything happening without her control.

Alis: (softly, still processing) Tomorrow…

Her mother nods.

Alis’s Mom: We’ll go shopping now and get everything ready. Don’t worry, it’ll be perfect.

Alis nods mechanically, her mind distant as her mother leaves the room to get ready. She stands there, her heart heavy with an unshakable thought. Tomorrow… it’s the same day she met Jun. The date carries a deep weight, marking the beginning of something that is now slipping away from her.

Alis closes her eyes, recalling that day—when she first looked into Jun’s eyes and everything seemed possible. The irony stings her now. Tomorrow is meant to be the happiest day of her life, but instead, it feels like the final chapter of her connection with him.

Alis: (whispering to herself) The same day…

Shopping District – Evening

Alis and her mother are walking through a busy shopping district. Her mother is full of energy, browsing through dresses and accessories. Meanwhile, Alis walks beside her, lost in her thoughts. The wedding, the date, Jun—it all spins in her mind, clouding any sense of excitement.

They stop outside a bridal shop, her mother holding up a beautiful dress.

Alis’s Mom: Look at this one, it’s stunning!

Alis glances at it, nodding faintly.

Alis: It’s nice.

Alis's Mom: try this dress it will look nice on you

Alis's: she tries all dresses

Her mother continues her shopping, too excited to notice the deep sadness in Alis’s eyes. As they move through the shops, choosing items for the wedding, Alis feels suffocated. Each step feels like she’s walking further away from the life she wanted with Jun.

As they leave the last store, her mother links arms with her, smiling brightly.

Alis’s Mom: Tomorrow will be wonderful, Alis. Just you wait.

Alis forces a small smile, but on her face, showing the conflict and pain she feels deep inside. The memory of meeting Jun on this very day haunts her as she walks with her mother, feeling trapped in a future she never imagined.

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