Sam loves fall. It’s not too hot or too cold; it’s nice and comfortable. He enjoys taking walks in the forest, especially this time of year. Today, he finds himself on the pier in Cindersap Forest, lost in thought. He’s been preoccupied lately, thinking about someone special.

He initially thought of this person as just a friend, but recently realized he has deeper feelings. His friend Sebastian even encouraged him to confess. Now, Sam is struggling with whether or not to confess his feelings, unsure if the other person feels the same way and worried about risking their friendship.

He sits on the pier, frustrated and unsure of what to do, tugging at his hair in exasperation.