Study group

"Moon settled into her favorite corner of the hostel's library, surrounded by stacks of books and notes. She usually found solace in studying, but today her mind kept wandering back to the cafeteria incident. The tall, broad-shouldered guy with piercing blue eyes had left a lasting impression.

As she tried to focus on her notes, Moon's thoughts drifted to Benjamin's charming smile and effortless charm. She couldn't recall the last time she'd noticed a guy like that. Her mom's passing had shifted her priorities, and she'd dedicated herself to her studies.

Moon's pencil scratched across the paper as she attempted to jot down key points, but her handwriting faltered. She couldn't shake off the image of Benjamin's eyes crinkling at the corners as he smiled.

'Why am I thinking about him?' Moon wondered, slightly perplexed. She'd never been the type to get distracted by guys, but there was something about Benjamin that lingered in her mind.

As the hours passed, Moon's notes became increasingly illegible, her thoughts consumed by the memory of their brief encounter.Moon took a deep breath, forcing herself to refocus. She pushed aside the distracting thoughts and immersed herself in her notes. As she studied, her pencil moved swiftly across the paper, her handwriting becoming neater and more precise.

She reminded herself of her goals and the sacrifices she'd made to get to this point. Moon's mom had always encouraged her to pursue her dreams, and she wouldn't let anything – or anyone – get in the way.

"Moon closed her books and gathered her belongings, her mind still focused on the study material. She packed up her notes and textbooks, feeling a sense of satisfaction with the progress she'd made.

As she walked back to her room in the hostel, Moon's stomach growled, reminding her that she hadn't eaten since breakfast. She planned to grab a quick dinner and get some rest, knowing she had a busy day ahead.

The next day was the study group organized by her department, and Moon was determined to be prepared. She'd been looking forward to it for weeks, knowing it would be a great opportunity to discuss complex topics with her peers.

As she entered her room, Moon dropped her bags and headed to the small fridge to grab a sandwich she'd prepared earlier. She ate quickly, her mind already racing with the topics she'd cover in the study

The next day, Moon arrived at the study group venue, her notes and textbooks neatly organized. She took a seat near the front, exchanging quiet hellos with her classmates. As the discussion began, Moon actively participated, sharing her insights and engaging with the material.

Just as the group was delving into a complex topic, the door swung open, and Benjamin walked in. Moon's eyes widened in surprise as he scanned the room, his gaze locking onto hers for a brief moment. Benjamin's charming smile flashed, and he took a seat across from Moon, his presence commanding attention.

The group's discussion continued, but Moon found her focus wavering. She couldn't help sneaking glances at Benjamin, who seemed entirely at ease, participating in the discussion with thoughtful comments. Moon's classmates welcomed him warmly, and it was clear he was well-known and respected.

As the study group progressed, Moon struggled to reconcile her initial impression of Benjamin with the person she was seeing now. He was intelligent, insightful, and genuinely interested in the material.