NORA’S HOSTEL ROOM – MORNING
Nora stands in front of her mirror, adjusting her outfit and feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. She grabs her bag, making sure she has everything she needs for the combined class.
NORA
(to herself)
Okay, Nora, you’ve got this. Just stay calm and open to new opportunities.
UNIVERSITY HALL – DAY
Nora enters the bustling hall filled with students from different sections. She scans the room, searching for someone, her eyes filled with anticipation. Finally, she spots Kris, who waves at her eagerly from a seat he had reserved next to him. Nora’s face lights up with a smile, and she quickly makes her way towards him.
KRIS
(teasingly)
Hey, Nora! Saved you a seat. You almost missed it!
NORA
(grinning)
Thank you, Kris! I was hoping I’d find you here.
Nora takes a seat beside Kris, feeling a mixture of gratitude and nervousness. She opens her bag, revealing a stack of chocolates.
NORA
(shyly)
I…uh…bought some chocolates. Would you mind if I shared them with your friends?
Kris’s friends, sitting nearby, eagerly accept the chocolates. Kris takes one and hands it back to Nora.
KRIS
(smiling)
Thanks, Nora. You’re always thoughtful.
As the webinar begins, Nora and Kris engage in quiet conversation, sharing their thoughts on the speaker’s insights. Time flies, and soon the webinar ends.
UNIVERSITY CLASSROOM – DAY
Nora and Kris make their way to their regular lecture class, finding seats in the classroom. Nora places her pen on the table, but it predictably slides off and falls to the ground. Kris, sitting beside her, quickly grabs the pen, saving it from hitting the floor.
KRIS
(gently)
Here, let me hold onto that for you, Nora. These slanted tables can be quite tricky.
Nora blushes slightly, feeling a warmth in her heart at Kris’s gesture. They share a smile, but both are unaware of the growing connection between them.
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY – DAY
Nora and Kris find themselves studying side by side in the university library, engrossed in their respective assignments. They occasionally steal glances at each other, exchanging knowing smiles and small nods of encouragement. The library becomes their sanctuary, a place where their connection continues to deepen, even if they are unaware of it.
CAFETERIA – DAY
Nora and Kris sit across from each other in the busy cafeteria, engrossed in a lively conversation. They share stories, laughter, and a genuine sense of comfort in each other’s presence. The spark between them is evident to those who observe, but Nora and Kris remain blissfully unaware of the budding attachment.
CLASSROOM – DAY
Nora and Kris attend various lectures together, sitting side by side whenever possible. They share notes, exchange ideas, and challenge each other’s perspectives, their connection growing stronger with each academic discussion. The slanted tables no longer bother Nora as Kris is always there to catch her falling pen, offering quiet support.
UNIVERSITY QUAD – DAY
Nora and Kris find themselves in the lively university quad, surrounded by students engaged in animated conversations and laughter. They walk together, their steps in sync, discussing their dreams, aspirations, and the subjects that ignite their passions. Their connection deepens further, but neither can put a name to the warmth they feel in each other’s company.
Author’s Note: Sometimes, the most beautiful connections happen silently, growing stronger without our awareness. Nora and Kris continue to share meaningful moments, deepening their bond through shared experiences, conversations, and gestures of support. Their attachment remains unspoken, leaving their future paths intertwined with the promise of something more.
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