"So," Yuki said, pulling her hand back with a slight blush. "Tell me about basketball. I didn't see the match, but I've seen clips online. You were incredible."
"Thanks. It's been good for me. Gives me something to focus on."
"And Mia seems... very attached to you."
"Yeah, she is."
"Are you two...?"
"It's complicated."
"Ah." Yuki smiled knowingly. "The 'complicated' answer again. You're full of those."
"My life is full of complications."
"Well, maybe I can be an uncomplicated part of it. Just two old friends catching up over coffee. No drama, no expectations."
"She's genuine," Ai observed. "No hidden agendas, no manipulations. Just a girl trying to make amends."
"I know."
"And she's attracted to you. The thread is forming fast."
"I know that too."
