UNIVERSITY COURTYARD - DAY
The courtyard is filled with students enjoying the sunshine, some studying, others chatting and laughing.
Charlotte sits on a bench, her head resting on her hand, lost in thought. Her eyes are downcast, and a hint of sadness lingers around her lips.
Freen walks across the courtyard, his eyes scanning the crowd. He spots Charlotte sitting alone and his heart skips a beat. He hasn't seen her for a while after the last time Charlotte approach them, and he's been thinking about her a lot.
He approaches her cautiously, a smile playing on his lips.
Freen: (Smiling) Hey Charlotte.
Charlotte looks up, startled. She forces a smile, but it doesn't quite reach her eyes.
Charlotte: (Trying to sound casual) Hey, Freen.
Freen: (Sitting down beside her) You okay? You seem a little down.
Charlotte sighs, her gaze drifting to the ground.
Charlotte: (Whispering) It's nothing. Just a bit stressed with exams.
Freen knows that's not the whole story, but he doesn't press her. He can see the pain in her eyes, and it breaks his heart.
Freen: (Taking her hand) You know you can always talk to me, right?
Charlotte looks at him, her eyes filled with a mix of sadness and gratitude.
Charlotte: (Softly) Thanks, Freen. I appreciate that.
He squeezes her hand gently, offering her a reassuring smile.
Freen: (Smiling) Anytime.
They sit in silence for a moment, the only sound the gentle rustling of leaves in the breeze. Freen can feel the tension in Charlotte's shoulders, and he wants to help her.
Freen: (Softly) What's really bothering you?
Charlotte hesitates, then takes a deep breath.
Charlotte: (Whispering) It's just... I'm worried about losing you.
Freen's heart sinks. He knows what she's talking about. He's been spending a lot of time with Becky lately, and he can see how it's affecting Charlotte.
Freen: (Looking into her eyes) Charlotte, I... I care about you a lot.
Charlotte looks at him, her eyes filled with hope.
Charlotte: (Whispering) Really?
Freen: (Nodding) Really. I always have.
He takes her hand again, his touch gentle and reassuring.
Freen: (Smiling) I'm not going anywhere.
Charlotte's eyes fill with tears.
Charlotte: (Whispering) I love you, Freen.
Freen's heart melts. He leans in and kisses her gently.
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY - DAY
The library is filled with the hushed whispers of students studying. Sunlight streams through the large windows, casting a warm glow on the rows of bookshelves.
Engfa stands by a window, his eyes scanning the courtyard below. he's lost in thought, his mind wandering.
Suddenly, he's gaze falls on a couple sitting on a bench in the courtyard. It's freen and Charlotte, and they're kissing.
Engfa freezes, his breath catching in his throat. He watches them, his heart pounding in his chest. A wave of sadness washes over his.
He knows Charlotte. They've been friends for years, and he's always had a soft spot for her. He's never admitted it to his self, but he's always secretly hoped that maybe, someday, they could be more than friends.
But now, seeing her kissing another boy which is his bestfriend, his heart feels like it's been shattered into a million pieces.
Engfa turns away from the window, his eyes welling up with tears. He walks away, his footsteps heavy and slow. He needs to get out of there, away from the sight of their love.
Becky look at him with confusion and not mind to ask him why because he left already.
