Chapter 11:- "Unspoken Recognition"?

(The air around them grew tense as Yuna blinked in surprise, her heart racing. She hadn't even processed what had happened—one moment, she was running, and the next, she was caught in someone's firm grip. Her hands rested against the stranger's chest, and as she slowly looked up, her breath hitched. Dark eyes met hers, cold yet unreadable. The boy, tall and unfamiliar, held her waist effortlessly, as if stopping someone from falling was a daily routine for him. The hallway around them buzzed with murmurs, but Yuna could only hear the pounding of her own heartbeat).

(Kai's voice reached Yuna's ears, breathless and laced with concern).

Kai (panting): "Y-Yuna… Yuna…"

(The moment she heard him, she quickly pulled away from the stranger's arms, taking a step back. Her heartbeat was still erratic, not from the fall, but from the intensity of the moment).

(Kai rushed forward, placing his hands on Yuna's shoulders, his eyes scanning her from head to toe).

Kai (worried): "A-Are you okay? Are you hurt anywhere?"

(Yuna shook her head, trying to calm herself).

Yuna: "Kai, I'm fine. He helped me… If he hadn't, I would've fallen."

(Kai turned towards the boy, stepping closer).

Kai: "Mmm, I just wanted to say thank you for helping my fr—"

(stranger Kai could finish, the stranger's piercing gaze shifted back to Yuna).

Stranger: "Do you know me?"

(Yuna blinked in confusion).

Yuna: "What? Have we met before?"

(The boy didn't respond. Instead, he turned around and walked away without another word).

(Yuna stared at his retreating figure, something about him felt strangely familiar, but she couldn't place it).

Kai (frowning): "Hey, that guy is seriously rude! Do you know him?"

(Yuna hesitated before shaking her head).

Yuna: "No, I don't… but… he seems familiar somehow. And he didn't even answer me properly…"

(Kai sighed, folding his arms).

Kai: "Well, one thing's for sure— he must be our senior or something. But what a way to just walk off."

(Yuna hummed in agreement, her mind still stuck on the strange boy).

Kai: "Yuna… Yuna!"

(She blinked, snapping out of her thoughts).

Yuna: "Huh? What?"

Kai: "You totally dazed off. You sure you're okay?"

(Yuna quickly nodded).

Yuna: "Y-Yeah, I'm fine."

(Kai sighed but let it go).

Kai: "Alright, let's hurry to class. If we don't go now, we'll be late."

(Yuna nodded, pushing away her lingering thoughts as they walked toward their classroom).

(As soon as they stepped in, Hannah rushed over and hugged Yuna tightly).

Hannah: "Finally! You're here!"

(Ryan and Mason followed, greeting both Yuna and Kai with cheerful smiles).

Ryan & Mason: "Good morning, you two!"

Yuna & Kai (smiling): "Good morning!"

(Hannah looped her arm through Yuna's and pulled her toward their seats, chatting away. Behind them, Ryan and Mason were deep in conversation about something, but Kai…

Kai wasn't paying attention to any of it. His eyes were fixed on Vanessa).

(She was laughing with her group, completely in her element, radiating confidence. But the moment she caught him staring, her playful smirk faded, replaced by an annoyed expression).

Vanessa (raising a brow): "Hey, creep, why are you smiling? Do I look like a joker to you?"

(Kai stepped closer to Vanessa's seat, a smirk playing on his lips).

Kai (grinning): "No, I was just thinking… you look beautiful today."

Chloe (rolling her eyes): "She always looks beautiful. What's new?"

Vanessa (flipping her hair): "Obviously, I'm the most stunning person in this entire class."

Sasha (nodding in agreement): "Yeah, right. Vanessa is always beautiful."

Vanessa (smugly): "Of course, I am."

(Kai chuckled, shaking his head at her confidence).

Vanessa (narrowing her eyes): "Hey, loser, what's so funny? You think I'm lying about my beauty?"

Kai (raising his hands in defense): "N-no, actually—"

(Before he could finish, Yuna's voice cut in).

Yuna (calling out): "Hey, K! What are you doing over there? Come on!"

(Vanessa smirked, tilting her head).

Vanessa: "Go on, loser. Your girlfriend is waiting for you."

Kai turned toward Yuna: I'm coming yu.

( then back to Vanessa) .

Kai (firmly): "She's not my girlfriend."

(Vanessa rolled her eyes dramatically).

Vanessa: "Whatever, cheapo."

(Kai smirked and leaned in slightly toward Vanessa, his voice dropping to a whisper).

Kai (smirking): "Don't be jealous."

(Before Vanessa could react, he straightened up and walked away toward his seat, leaving her momentarily stunned).

(Vanessa replayed his words in her head, irritation flashing across her face).

Chloe (curious): "What did he say, Vanessa?"

(Vanessa clenched her fists, standing up abruptly).

Vanessa: "What the hell did he just say?! That loser—"

(Before she could storm toward Kai, the classroom door swung open).

(Miss Lillian entered, clapping her hands to get everyone's attention).

Miss Lillian: "Okay, class, settle down."

(The students quickly scrambled to their seats, murmuring among themselves).

Miss Lillian (smiling): "We have a new member joining us today."

(A wave of whispers rippled through the classroom).

"Who is it?"

"Is it a boy or a girl?"

"I hope it's a hot guy."

(Miss Lillian chuckled at their curiosity).

Miss Lillian: "I know you're all curious, so let me introduce him)."

She called out, "Damian… Damian!"

(A few moments later, Damian entered the classroom, his face serious. His tall figure, sharp features, and dark eyes immediately captured everyone's attention).

(The girls started whispering among themselves).

"He's so handsome!"

"Is he single?"

"Look at his aura! So cool!"

(Meanwhile, the boys exchanged glances, already feeling competitive).

Miss Lillian: "Alright, Damian, introduce yourself."

(Damian hesitated for a brief second, scanning the classroom as if searching for someone. His eyes roamed over the unfamiliar faces—until they landed on Yuna).

(At the same moment, Yuna's gaze met his.

For a brief second, everything seemed to freeze).

(They just stared at each other, as if recognizing something familiar, yet unspoken, between them).

{It felt like their eyes had met before—like they had known each other for ages}.

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Aww, I love this scene! There's just something magical about the moment when the main characters' eyes lock—it always gives me chills! I wish I could be there in the classroom, witnessing it in real life.

[Oh wait… I totally forgot!]

Hey guys, hey guys!

Oops, I almost introduced myself as a YouTuber—nope, I'm just a struggling writer… I mean, a talented writer! Ahem okay, let's start again.

Hello, dear readers!

Did you like this chapter? Well, I loved it! Sorry, but I just can't help it—eye-lock scenes are my absolute favorite! I wish I could just jump into the classroom and witness Yuna and Damian's moment in real life!

But wait… what about Vanessa and Kai? Do you guys think they'd make a good pair? Hmm… or maybe not? I mean, how would I know? That's why I'm asking you! So, drop a comment and tell me what you think!

Alright, my blah blah blah ends here! Before I go, don't forget to like, comment, and stay tuned for the next chapter.

And most importantly—take care of yourself!

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