On the train, James accidentally makes eye contact with someone — the kind of moment he usually avoids. He tries to look away, but curiosity gets the better of him, and he glances back for a second look.
Sean notices, and instead of taking the hint, he offers a simple "hi" before sitting down next to James.
He starts talking, almost out of nowhere:
"You know, . . . I thought this world was about getting to the promised lands . . . I think I was wrong."
It catches James slightly off guard, but he replies anyway:
"And what do you think it's really about then?"
Sean answers with a small smile:
"The friends we make along the way, the memories we keep in our hearts. Sounds a little cheesier than the promised lands huh? But that’s more obtainable."
James lets out a quiet pftt, actually smiling for once.
His thoughts drift in:
"Maybe it doesn't have to be as grey as I thought." — James
Ever wonder why we’re here? James doesn’t anymore—he’s just a salaryman going through the motions, searching for purpose beyond the daily grind. This one-shot reveals that life doesn’t always have to be so serious or heavy, especially after he meets someone who overthinks but refuses to be defined by it. Whether sharing a train ride or sipping coffee, discover how the so-called curse of happiness can come from a simple act and a fresh perspective.
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