Ruka had just gone through a broken relationship.

They had loved each other deeply... or at least, that was what she believed.

Until one day, she found out he had someone else.

Like many girls out there, she cried. Her heart ached because the person she loved was no longer hers.

"If you didn't love me anymore, you could have just told me!" Ruka said, her voice shaking.
"We could have broken up. But... you didn't do that!"

Kaheon scoffed.

"So what?" he said coldly. "I only dated you for your money. Look at Harin—she's always gentle and sweet. And you? All you ever wear are hoodies and sweatpants for dance practice."

Ruka froze.

"Y-You...!"

Before the tears could fall in front of him, she turned around and walked away.

#ZXP COFFEE SHOP

"안녕하세요!" Asa greeted.

"H-Hi... One hot latte, please. Less sugar," Ruka said quietly.

"Okay," Asa replied.

Ruka glanced at the girl behind the counter.

She looks... kind of cute.

"Your drink is ready."

Her train of thought was cut off as Asa placed the cup of latte gently in front of her.

Ruka flinched slightly in surprise.

The girl's voice was so soft that Ruka unconsciously looked up.

From this close distance, she could finally see Asa clearly.

Soft black hair fell lightly beside her cheeks.
Bright eyes.
And a very gentle smile.

"...Thank you," Ruka said softly.

Asa nodded and returned to the counter to continue her work.

Ruka wrapped her hands around the cup, feeling the warmth spread through her palms.

She took a small sip.

Then, without realizing it, Ruka looked back toward the counter.

The girl named Asa was busy making coffee for other customers, yet she still smiled warmly at them from time to time.

For some reason, in that moment—

Ruka felt her heart grow a little lighter.

Maybe...

she would come back here again tomorrow.