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I bit my lower lip when she stepped on my foot to prevent myself from making a sound. It might make her feel bad.

I chuckled. "You're still a bad dancer, Athijha." I said with a husky voice. She slapped my back and laughed with me.

"You're so mean."

The song has ended but we're still dancing under the moonlight. Then I started humming random songs. I can feel her smiling against my chest. She pulled away a little then raised her eyebrows. I winked at her which made Athijha smile.

Her smile grew wider when I hummed the happy birthday song. She moved away from me.

"Hoo!" I smirked. "It's almost midnight, I should accompany you to your home, Cinderella." I winked at her.

Surprisingly, the ride didn't take too long.

"Bye, Quel. Thank you for today, really."

I sighed. "Stop thanking me. You're always welcome, Athijha. Know I'll always be here for you."

Another Monday came and I'm here under shed, waiting for Clea and Athijha.

"I see you're not with your sister today, huh? Did you guys had
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