"Do you remember our first meeting, Riyu?" I asked, trying not to catch him off guard. But I knew deep down that I had to do it, even though it broke my heart."Yup, I saw you in our university's auditorium. Your beauty captivated me instantly. I was a shy young guy who mustered the courage to approach you, but it seemed like you weren't interested in dating at that time. So, I tried to befriend you..." Riyu reminisced, sitting beside me on the swing."You're right, haha... I wasn't into dating back then because I wasn't ready to move on. I was still stuck in the past, unsure of how to move forward," I confided in him.Riyu smiled, and I appreciated his genuine nature. "I am here, waiting for you until you're ready. I will help you heal your heart," he assured me.I shook my head, and his smile began to fade. "Sorry, Riyu, but I've come to realize that you're not meant for me. I truly appreciate you, but I can't see myself falling in love with you," I gently told him.His eyes filled
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