In This World, It's Us. - Daerin.

chap. 3

Hanji s pov.

Staying in my dorm has almost become a hobby at this point. I don’t usually go out much, preferring the comfort of my own space. The walls have grown familiar, and I’ve made peace with the quiet, far from the rush of the outside world. It’s my little bubble, and I’ve always been content with that. Of course, the downside to staying indoors all the time is that my skin has taken on a pale, ghostly tone—practically as white as the clouds on an overcast day. But honestly, I don’t mind. It’s a small price to pay for the serenity that comes with solitude.

Now, however, that peaceful routine is about to be turned on its head. Miko informed me that we’ll be riding on the same bus as Haiko’s circle for the upcoming summer break trip, which is just two days away. It’s a three-week trip to the beach, and I’ve already paid for everything—the tour, the accommodation, and whatever extra activities we’ve got lined up. The whole class has already settled their payments, too, so backing out isn’t really an option at this point, even if I wanted to.

The beach sounds like it could be fun—at least, in theory. Three weeks of sun and sea, a break from the usual routine. But as much as I’d like to get excited, my mind keeps drifting back to the logistics of it all. I’ve heard rumors that we’ll be staying in cabins, and apparently, there are two types: some are for two people, and others are for individuals. The tricky part is that none of us get to decide who we room with. The teacher is in charge of assigning us to our cabins, and that’s what’s got me feeling anxious.

As someone who values their alone time, the idea of sharing a space with someone for three whole weeks is nerve-wracking. I can only imagine the awkward silences or, even worse, the forced conversations. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t mind socializing in small doses, but living with someone for an extended period? That’s a whole other level of interaction that I’m not sure I’m ready for.

My biggest concern is who I’ll end up sharing a cabin with. There’s one person, in particular, I’m hoping to avoid—Daily. I can’t even begin to explain how much I’m dreading the possibility of being stuck with them for three weeks. Daily has this overwhelming energy, the kind that fills every room and makes it impossible to find a moment’s peace. They’re always involved in something, always loud, and while they might be fun in small bursts, having to share a cabin with them would be my worst nightmare.

The idea of being stuck in such close quarters with someone like Daily is unsettling, to say the least. I keep picturing the scenario—three weeks of noise, constant activity, and zero personal space. It’s the exact opposite of what I’m used to, and I’m not sure I could handle it.

For now, all I can do is wait and hope. The teacher will make the decision soon enough, and I’m just praying that when the time comes, I’ll be assigned to a quiet, individual cabin where I can enjoy the beach in peace. Or at the very least, I hope I end up with someone who values silence as much as I do. Fingers crossed that this summer break doesn’t turn into a three-week test of my patience.

Daily's pov..

I’m pretty much buzzing with excitement right now! The summer break trip is coming up, and I can hardly believe it’s only two days away. Three whole weeks at the beach—sand, sun, parties, and just endless fun! I’ve been looking forward to this trip ever since we found out about it. It’s going to be epic, no doubt about it. But, at the same time, I’m feeling kind of hopeless. There’s one little problem: Hanji is coming.

Hanji, the person who’s practically my complete opposite in every possible way. We’re on the same bus, and I already know it’s going to be... intense, to say the least. Hanji and I? We clash like fire and water. It’s not even subtle. They’re all quiet, reserved, and always hiding away in their dorm like they’re allergic to socializing. Me? I thrive on excitement, on being around people, on just living life at full volume! And now, I’m stuck on the same bus with them for hours.

It’s not just that we’re different; Hanji might as well be my sworn enemy at this point. I mean, seriously, we’ve butted heads more than a few times, and every time we’re in the same space, there’s this weird tension. They don’t say much, but it’s like they don’t even have to. Their silence is loud enough. I can feel it. And the way they look at me? It’s like they’re silently judging me for every little thing I do. It drives me crazy!

And now, we’re both going to be stuck together on this bus. I can already see it: I’ll be talking a mile a minute, trying to get everyone hyped for the trip, and Hanji will probably be sitting there with their headphones on, pretending I don’t exist. It’s going to be awkward as hell.

But what really gets me is the possibility that we could end up in the same cabin. I’ve heard that the teacher is going to decide the room assignments, and if I get paired with Hanji, I’m doomed. Three weeks in close quarters with someone who can’t stand me? That’s a nightmare waiting to happen. I can already imagine how it’ll go—me, trying to get them to loosen up, have a little fun, and Hanji, rolling their eyes and wishing I would disappear.

The thing is, though, as much as I call Hanji my enemy, I kind of respect them in a weird way. It’s like they’re totally comfortable with being who they are, even if that person is the complete opposite of me. They don’t care about fitting in or making a scene; they’re just... themselves. And maybe that’s part of what frustrates me. I’m out here, always putting on a show, trying to keep things exciting, and Hanji? They’re just calm, steady, and completely unaffected by everything around them.

So yeah, I’m excited for the beach trip. But at the same time, I’m bracing myself for what could be the most challenging three weeks of my life—trying to survive with Hanji, my complete OPPS, right there, probably driving me up the wall every step of the way.

Short update!! I am severely cramped with these school works.