The morning sun spilled through the window, casting a warm glow on the room.
White sat silently, arms crossed, watching Flux's daily routine unfold.
1. [grinning] Hoho… you don't want him to be sad, right? You're too pure. That's why I love poking you, my Pooki~
White. [annoyed] Shut up and get lost, mf.
White. Mike, will you tell me now?
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Mike cleared his throat nervously.
Mike. Hmm… well, the thing is, Flux doesn't usually go outside or interact with anyone. He mostly keeps to himself.
White. I want to know everything. Even the smallest details matter.
Mike. Alright… I'll tell you his daily routine.
White. Good.
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Flux's Daily Routine
Wake up from sleep
Drink milk
Go to school
Meet Mike at school
Flux. Yo, Mike.
Mike. Yo, Flux.
They chat animatedly, laughter filling the classroom.
Mike. Did you finish your manhwa?
Flux. Yeah, almost. I'm at chapter 600.
Mike. How many chapters does it have in total?
Flux. 652.
Mike. Whoa… that's like 1900 chapters for you!
Flux. [laughs] Yeah, I've completed it three times.
Mike. And the name again?
Flux. Tower of God.
Mike. Ah, I remember now!
Flux. By the way, did you finish Lookism and Catastrophic Necromancer?
Mike. Yeah! Just waiting for new chapters.
Flux. Same here. Season 4… I'm craving it.
Mike. Not released yet, right?
Flux. Yeah… waiting for a year.
Mike. Hey… can I ask you something?
Flux. Yeah, go ahead.
Mike. Have you… found a girl for your future, Mr. Perfect?
Flux. [annoyed] Oh, shut up. I don't want one.
Mike. Then what girl do you want?
Flux. Someone like Yuri or Endorsi… I just love them.
Mike. Can't argue with that. SIU really made them irresistible.
Flux. Yeah.
Teacher. Everyone, focus!
Flux & Mike. OK, commando!
Teacher. I said focus, you jackasses!
The whole class bursts into laughter.
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Lunch Time
Mike. Oh… did your sweet mother pack your lunch?
Flux. Not really. I love anything she makes, but I'm not hungry. I usually eat at home.
Mike thinks.
Mike. If he's not eating, neither am I. Let's just chill.
Flux. You sure?
Mike. Yeah.
Flux. Okay… then let's just chill in class.
They continue chatting about manhwa, lost in their own world… until…
Someone. Hmm… Flux, can I have a moment with you?
Flux. Oh… hmm, but who are you?
Mike whispers in his ear.
Mike. Dumbest… she's Mineko—the one who's always by your side, besides me.
Flux. Oh… you mean the one with a crush on me?
Mike shushes him.
Mike. Shut up, idiot. Hehe… Mineko, he's just babbling nonsense.
Mineko. [blushing deeply, hands fidgeting] I–I… it's okay. I just… want a moment with you, Flux. C-can I?
Flux. Yeah… sure.
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On the Roof
The wind gently ruffled their hair as the cityscape stretched behind them.
Mineko. F-f-Flux…
Flux. Yeah?
Mineko. I… I want to ask you something…
Flux. Okay… ask anything.
Mineko. D-d-do…
Flux. ??
Mineko. D-d-do y-y-you have a g-g-girlfriend?
Flux. Nope. And I don't even want one.
Mineko gasps, eyes wide.
Mineko. W-w-what? But why?
Flux. I don't like real-life girls.
Mineko frowns, confused.
Flux. I mean… I like fictional girls. Got it?
Mineko. Oh… s-so I don't stand a chance?
Flux. Nope… I'm going. 👋
He turns, walking away, but Mineko gently holds his hand, her fingers brushing his palm.
Mineko. F-f-Flux… I don't know exactly what kind of girl you want, but I'll do everything I can to make you happy… anything.
In her mind: Even if it means risking my life… giving myself entirely… or becoming your servant, I'll do it.
Flux. Hmm… thanks. I appreciate it. But if I ever need your help, I'll ask. Until then… be free. 🤗🤗
Mineko. Oh… t-thanks.
Flux. Okay… bye. 👋
Mineko. B-b-bye…
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The sun slowly dipped, painting the city in golden hues, while Flux walked with calm indifference, oblivious to the silent promise Mineko made…
Author's Note: Stay tuned, readers… Flux's daily life might seem mundane, but even ordinary days can hide extraordinary moments.