Sean takes the initiative, speaking with a soft honesty that still carries a nervous edge:
"I feel like I really enjoyed our conversation. I didn’t want it to end so quickly."
James sees flowers around Sean — not literal, but the way his sincerity blooms in the air. It puts James slightly out of his depth, but he replies with the same honesty:
"Yeah, I feel the same. You're easy to talk to, even if you're a bit of a nervous wreck."
The clattering of the train’s movement hums in the background, steady and grounding.
Sean laughs light‑heartedly,
"Haha, a big difference from how we first met."
James replies,
"Yeah, you're definitely not like the people I'm used to dealing with. It's refreshing."
Sean giggles,
"hehehe. I'm glad you gave me time and thoughtful answers. Most would ignore me or look at me like I'm crazy."
James lets out a small "Heh," then grins.
"Me too. It’s rare to find someone who actually listens and takes the time to think about what you're saying."
His thoughts drift in, amused and fond:
"What a goofy guy, sitting down like he ran a marathon and then talking about hyenas." — 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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