The celebratory atmosphere of the newly opened shop was bustling, and I hoped its vibrancy would somehow alleviate the suffocating feeling in my chest. But how could I ignore him when my heart refused to let go? I glanced sideways and saw them at their table, playing a blush-inducing card game.
At first, Mia sat next to Orion, giggling and slightly bashful, until two senior male students started the game. The thin playing card was passed from one person to the next, held between their lips. With just a little intention, players could easily steal a kiss from whomever they desired.
My palms grew sweaty as I watched the card reach Orion. Through the crowd and the dim lights, I witnessed the scene that would shatter my heart, leaving it irrevocably broken. As Orion passed the card, the barr
