**An Unexpected Connection**

As I walked away from the cafeteria, lost in thought, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement about my newfound connection with Shinso. I had just made a new friend, and it felt like the possibilities were endless. Just as I was about to enter the dorms, I heard a familiar voice behind me. "Hey, who's that?" Ochaco asked, her voice cheerful as she caught up to me. I turned around, trying to play it cool. "Someone I met," I replied nonchalantly. Ochaco's eyes sparkled with curiosity, but she didn't press the issue. Instead, she smiled mischievously and said, "He's kind of cute, don't you think?" My face flushed instantly, and I looked away, trying to hide my blush. Ochaco giggled and nudged me playfully. Just as I was about to respond, a voice chimed in from behind us. "Hey, calm down, you just met him," Osby said, her tone teasing. I nodded, still feeling a bit flustered. "Yeah, I know," I muttered, trying to composed myself. Ochaco grinned at me, seeming to enjoy my embarrassment. "I'm just saying, he's definitely got that whole 'tortured soul' vibe going on," she said, winking at me. I shook my head, laughing, and the three of us headed back to the dorms together. As we walked, I couldn't help but wonder what the future held for me and Shinso. Was it just a friendship, or was there something more to it? As we entered the dorms, I pulled out my phone and sent Shinso a quick text, trying to play it cool. "Hey, thanks for lunch. Let's hang out again soon." I couldn't help but smile as I waited for his response, feeling a sense of excitement about what was to come.