The Founder's Day festival vibrated with a tension I could practically taste. It was supposed to be a celebration of unity. Every year, both colleges would join together for a day filled with fun and athletic activities.
I moved through the crowd. I don’t know how Kai managed to get me out of my dorm, but here I am. He was stuck close to my side. Even his gentle presence couldn't completely ease my anxiety. He knew I hated these events, but he still managed to get me to attend.
“I’m gonna go and look for something to eat. Stay right here.” He announced and walked off quickly.
I was standing alone like a small child who had just lost their parents at a carnival in between the dart booth and cotton candy line. Kai was no longer in view.
I walked over to the clearest bench and took a s
