“Middle school... that was when I started liking you. And I started liking Chansung when we were in high school. Isn’t it funny?” She tried to make the tension between them fade.

He scratched his head with the hand holding her waist. “Why hadn’t I known better then? Really... I wasn’t able to get even a hint that you like me.”

And then I tell her, as I turn out the light

I say, "My darling, you were wonderful tonight.”

There were a few moments of silence between them. The space between their bodies was only a few inches away, the music was on its peak, and they felt awkward more than ever.

“Aigoo, this feels awkward.” She broke the silence.

“I agree. Hahaha.” He laughed nervously. “But, can I ask you one more thing?”

She nodded. “What is it?”

“Can I... Can I...” He was intently looking at the eyes beneath the glittering mask.