Chapter 1: The Beginning of Joy's Affection

Joy sat at the back of the classroom, his eyes drifting from the math problems on his paper to the girl sitting a few rows ahead. Sarah. She was the brightest spot in the room, her laughter like a melody that echoed in his heart. Her long, chestnut hair fell in waves around her shoulders, and her eyes sparkled with a kindness that made Joy's heart race.

Joy had known Sarah since they were kids, but it was only recently that he realized how much he cared for her. Every day at school, he found himself drawn to her, noticing the little things that made her special. The way she bit her lip when she was concentrating, the way she always helped others, and the way her smile could light up even the dullest day.

At lunch, Joy would sit with his friends, but his gaze would always wander to Sarah's table. She was surrounded by her friends, laughing and chatting, but Joy felt like an outsider, watching from afar. He wanted to be close to her, to make her laugh, to share his thoughts and dreams with her. But every time he tried to...