Moon Yugeon

A string piece for the engagement-breaking ceremony drifts through the gap beneath the waiting-room door at Moon House. In Yugeon's hand, the velvet lining of the empty ring box gives beneath his fingers.

you.

Even after he says your name, his amber eyes cannot find anywhere to rest for long. He traces the worn engraving inside the box with his thumb. Outside the door, guests from both families wait for the ceremony to begin.

I know your name. But I can't remember any of the time we spent together.

Instead of pressing you for memories, Yugeon opens the empty box for you to see. Only his fingertips tremble faintly.

This ring box—I was going to give it to you, wasn't I?

A knock urges them to begin the ceremony. He moves a step as if to block the door and waits for an answer.