The Ferris wheel lights shimmered in Ayaka's wide eyes, casting a magical glow that made her look almost ethereal.
She nodded softly, her lips curling into a faint smile as she took in the sight.
Together, they stepped into the Ferris wheel cabin, the door clicking shut behind them. As the ride began to ascend,
Ayaka's breath hitched, her fingers gripping the edge of the seat tightly as the ground grew farther and farther away.
Her knuckles whitened, and she glanced nervously at Haruto, who was watching her with an amused smirk.
"Scared?" he teased, shifting his weight deliberately to make the cabin sway slightly.
Ayaka jolted, her hand flying to his thigh for stability as she pinched him hard.
"Haruto! Stop it! What if we fall?" she exclaimed, her voice a mix of panic and irritation.
Her grip on his thigh tightened, and he winced, laughing despite the sharp pain.