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It was a quiet, slightly chilly evening.
Lila had just finished brushing her hair, wearing her oversized hoodie and socks, when—
Ding dong.
She opened the door… and there he was.
Kai.
Casual. Calm.
Hands in pockets. Eyes soft.
A small smile tugged at his lips.
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🌙 Inside Her Room
They sat side by side on her bed, legs slightly touching.
The silence was comfortable.
Kai (softly):
"Couldn't sleep. Thought about you."
Lila:
"…It's late."
Kai:
"I know. Just wanted to see you.
You're my girlfriend, aren't you?
Visiting you at night is kind of my job now."
That made her blush.
She pulled her knees up, unsure what to say.
Kai leaned in a little, resting his head lightly against her shoulder.
> "You always smell like vanilla," he murmured.
"It's distracting."
Lila (laughing nervously):
"You're just saying things."
Kai (gently):
"I mean it. I don't say things I don't mean."
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✨ The Moment
He reached for her hand, thumb stroking her palm.
His gaze never left hers.
Kai:
"You really chose both of us, huh?"
She nodded quietly.
"Still figuring things out…"
He smiled again, this time softer, less teasing.
He stood up to leave but paused at the door.
Turning back, he stepped close, cupped her cheek—
—and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead.
> "My girlfriend," he whispered like a promise.
Then he walked out.
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💭 Lila (Alone in her room):
> Her heart was pounding.
His voice. That kiss.
Why did it feel both sweet and scary?
> "Did I… do the right thing?"
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End of Chapter 32