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Nostalgic Desires - part 1
*Sweaty palms, racing heart.
Get a grip, YN*.
You step into the lavishly decorated reunion venue, your eyes scanning the crowd.
The chatter of familiar voices fills the air as you navigate through the clusters of past acquaintances, their faces blending together in a sea of nostalgia.
The atmosphere is ripe with laughter and shared memories, but an undercurrent of anxiety runs through you - the anticipation of seeing Link again after all these years.
As you make your way to the bar, you pause for a moment to take in the transformation of familiar faces from adolescence to adulthood.
Some have aged gracefully; others appear as if time has left its mark on them in ways they never thought possible during those carefree high school days.
The memories come flooding back, and you can’t help but feel a pang of longing for the simple innocence that once characterized your world.
Amidst the crowd, you catch sight of someone who looks eerily familiar - his rugged features and irresistible aura of mystery stirring up emotions you thought were long buried.
Your eyes meet, and in that instant, everything else fades into the background as time seemingly stands still.
“YN! Is that you?” The voice is unmistakable, and it sends shivers down your spine.
It’s Link - looking every bit as handsome as you remember him to be.
In an instant, the years melt away, and you find yourself transported back in time - reliving the moments spent together under the bleachers or the secrets shared during late-night study sessions.
The anticipation of seeing Link again had left you apprehensive, but now that he’s standing before you, all those feelings give way to an overwhelming sense of comfort and familiarity.
“Link! It’s so good to see you!” You step forward, offering a warm smile as you embrace him in a tight hug.
His arms wrap around you, holding you close in a gesture that speaks volumes about the bond that still exists between you - even after all these years apart.
“You’re looking well, YN.” Link’s voice is deep and warm, his eyes crinkling as he smiles.
There’s a hint of familiarity in his gaze, a connection that transcends time and distance.
As you engage in dialogue, discussing your lives since high school, it’s easy to slip back into the comfortable rapport that once defined your relationship.
“Remember when we used to sneak out of Mr.
Henderson’s class?” Link chuckles, his eyes twinkling with mischief.
You can’t help but laugh along as you delve deeper into shared memories, emphasizing your mutual connection and lingering affection.
As the night progresses, people begin to leave the reunion one by one.
The room gradually empties, leaving only a handful of stragglers who linger in small groups.
Despite the tension that’s been building between you and Link all night, neither of you is quite ready for the evening to end just yet.
“We should catch up again, YN.” Link’s eyes are sincere as he speaks.
“Here, let me give you my number.” He scribbles it down on a cocktail napkin and hands it to you with a smile.
You take it from him, your fingers brushing against his in the process - sending another jolt of electricity through your already-heightened senses.
As you say your goodbyes and make your way out into the cool night air, you can’t shake the feeling that something has changed between you both.
The memories shared tonight have reignited an old flame, and it seems as though neither of you are quite ready to let it burn out just yet.
The abrupt cliffhanger ending: As YN leaves the reunion venue, her heart races with anticipation for what might happen next between her and Link.
The shared memories and lingering tension have left her feeling alive in a way she hasn’t experienced in years - and she can’t help but wonder if this is just the beginning of something new…
As you step into your apartment after the high school reunion, emotions swirl within you.
The memory of Link’s touch lingers on your skin, and his deep voice echoes in your mind.
There’s an undeniable spark between you both, and it’s only grown more intense as the night has progressed.
You reach for your phone, opening up a new message window.
*Just a casual text, YN.
No big deal.* You type out a suggestion to meet up over coffee, your fingers trembling slightly as you hit send.
The anticipation is almost unbearable as you await his response.
Your heart leaps when you see the three dots indicating that Link is typing a reply.
His quick response sends a thrill through you: “Sounds great, YN.
Tomorrow at the old café?” You can’t help but smile at the suggestion - the familiarity of your favorite high school hangout adds an element of nostalgia to the already-charged atmosphere between the two of you.
As you exchange messages, you find yourself lost in conversation with Link.
The easy banter and playful flirtation seem so natural – as if no time has passed since those days spent under the bleachers or studying together in the library.
You’re both drawn to this connection like moths to a flame, neither one of you quite ready to let it burn out just yet.
The next day arrives far too quickly, and you find yourself dressing with more care than usual.
Choosing an outfit that is equal parts sexy and casual, you want to make sure you leave the right impression on Link.
Your heart races as you step out into the sunshine, anticipation coursing through your veins like electricity.
The café is charmingly quaint, with its cozy atmosphere and familiar scent of freshly brewed coffee.
You spot Link immediately upon entering - his rugged features are even more striking in person, his eyes lighting up as he sees you approach.
The smile that spreads across his face is both warm and welcoming, putting you instantly at ease.
As you sit down opposite one another, the conversation flows naturally between you both.
You discuss your lives since high school - careers, relationships, and personal growth - sharing stories and laughter as if no time has passed since those days gone by.
The comfort and ease of your interaction is palpable, rekindling the spark that once existed between you both.
As the conversation turns more intimate, Link leans in closer, his gaze intense.
“You know, YN, I’ve often wondered…
what could’ve been.” His voice is soft, the hint of vulnerability in his words sending a shiver down your spine.
You find yourself drawn to this side of him - this unguarded honesty that speaks volumes about the depth of their connection.
In response, you share your own unspoken thoughts and desires, admitting that you too have thought about what might have been if circumstances had been different back in high school.
The mutual attraction between you both is now undeniable - a silent understanding passes between you, the promise of something more lingering just beneath the surface.
As you continue to talk and laugh together, time seems to stand still.
It’s as if no one else exists in this small café; it’s just the two of you, lost in your own private world.
The electricity between you builds steadily, charging the air around you with an undeniable sense of passion and desire.
As the evening draws to a close, you both agree that meeting up again is something you’d both like to pursue.
“Let’s not wait another ten years to do this again,” Link says playfully, his eyes promising more.
You find yourself smiling in response - the anticipation of what might come next exciting and thrilling all at once.
As you part ways with a lingering hug and a promise to stay in touch, you can’t help but feel as though something truly special is beginning to blossom between you both.
The promise of more such meet-ups and the anticipation of what’s to come leaves you feeling breathless and alive - a sense of excitement that you haven’t experienced in years.
With each step away from Link, the memory of his touch lingers on your skin, the sound of his voice echoing in your mind.
You can’t shake the feeling that something incredible is about to happen, and you find yourself eagerly anticipating whatever comes next between you both.