Episode 2

*Back to present*

Wow! Even this bastard has a love story. Don't tell me this idiot didn't even propose to her.

*About to turn the page* Shadow arrived and caught her in the act and grabbed that diary.

What?! You monkey, give it back. I shouted at him like it's my diary.I have this habit that whenever I read something, I'll not drop it until I've read its ending or untill I know the ending.

It's my diary! You little shithead. And did you steal it from my bag? He raised his eyebrow.

Why would I steal it from you? It was just asking for my attention. So, I gladly gave it. *shrugs*

Don't you know that it's indecent to read other people's diaries?

I'm not decent and this story is interesting, I grinned.

Oh god! Just how much you read? *getting irritated*

I want to know what happened next give it back, *I tried to get it back, and fell down on my butt*. Ughh!

Nothing happened next; let's complete our mission.

Yeah! Let's go. I was getting bored; after all, you're getting ready like a lady going for a date *Just can't wait to get back at him*.

Unlike someone who dressed like an idiot.

I'm not. Wait, I'll steal that diary from you soon! Hmphh!

*Finished the mission*

Since you won this time. I can keep your bag; give it to me, I grinned.

No thanks, you thief!

Is that your love story?

No, he said bluntly.

Oh, ok, my moon! I teased him.

He smacked my head with the diary.

Ughh! Hey! So, now where is your moon? I asked.

Is she protecting your life from the dark with her brightness? *eyes shining*

If only you weren't my worthy competitor, I'd kill you myself now *getting irritated*.

Oh no, you should not do it. See, your moon is watching *grinning*.

You're annoying, said Shadow.

Tell me, did you at least talk to her?

I don't remember that we're close to each other to share my love story, Shadow refused.

Come on, we don't even know who we are. Isn't that a better reason to share? At least you can share it with me.

No, just get lost.

Yes, yes, I'm going. You just be here alone and talk with your moon!

He threw his slippers at me. *I ran away*

His side:

She really knows how to get on my nerves. Sigh! It was such a tiring day. *I flopped onto the sofa.*

*Staring at the diary.*

Thank God! That little troublemaker didn’t read much!

I looked up at the moon, and memories rushed in.

For this semester, we have decided to go for a department trip. So, other year students will also be joining with you guys, our class mentor said.

Which means, she’ll be there too. The very thought of it made my heartbeat increase.

*At the camping site*

At last, I found my Hana! She was happily chatting with her friends. But seeing her boyfriend Aju standing next to her my heart sank.

We went to a waterfall in a famous spot. As it was getting late, we had to set up a tent. We wanted to watch the sunrise, which was one of the highlights of this place.

Mark was busy talking and playing with the others. I started getting bored, so I decided to step outside and get some fresh air.

Hmm... What’s she doing out here alone? My feet moved towards her involuntarily.

What are you doing here? I asked. Where are your friends?

They’re boring, just playing some games and I came out because I found this spot beautiful, Hana replied.

We walked together for a while in silence, never even exchanging our names. *I know her name, ofcourse!*

You know, I love your company, she said. You don’t talk much like me, and this silence is comfortable. I don’t feel awkward at all. You’re like my mirror.

*Of course, I wouldn’t talk much, but today, it’s partly because I’m afraid if I say anything, my heart will spill out of my mouth. It’s pounding like it might stop any second.*

I smiled. It’s getting late. Let’s go back.

No, it’s still early.

Look! Fireflies! Let’s chase after them.

But we’ll get lost. The fireflies won’t leave the forest. They’ll only go to places where there's no human access.

Really? But I want to see where they live. She pouted.

Cute... Okay, okay, let’s go.

That place was magical, and she looked at the fireflies like a fairy. I’d say I started believing in fairy tales.

The next day, I sometimes caught her glancing at me. It was a new feeling, and I liked the attention.

Whenever we crossed paths, we smiled.

I started thinking about letting go of my fears and approaching her, maybe as a friend.

Then one day, I found her alone. I asked, Would you give me a chance if we met again after 15 years? She just laughed it off.

*I know she loves her boyfriend, but I had to ask.*