As the club meeting wrapped up earlier than expected, the students parted ways, each heading back to their respective dorms. Mira and Adrian, by coincidence, found themselves walking in the same direction, their footsteps echoing softly in the quiet corridor.
Mira glanced at Adrian briefly, noting how he walked with an effortless, composed pace—white shirt crisp as always, sleeves rolled just enough to hint at a routine rather than style. She was used to chatting with people, filling silences with light conversation, but something about Adrian's presence made her hesitate. He wasn't unfriendly, just… distant, like someone who existed in a separate space even when walking right beside you.
Still, she wasn't the type to overthink awkwardness.
"Looks like we're neighbors," she remarked casually, her tone light.
Adrian gave a small nod, acknowledging the fact but not adding anything to it.
Silence settled again, but it wasn't uncomfortable. The walk was short, and neither seemed to feel the need to force conversation.
As they reached their rooms—directly opposite each other—Mira turned the handle to her door and, out of habit, glanced at him again.
"See you next time," she said naturally.
Adrian paused for a fraction of a second, then gave another slight nod before unlocking his door.
Mira smiled to herself, not minding the lack of response. If anything, she found it amusing. Some people were just like that.