Modern AU—!
Background : They were first met at the bus stop, Cici just finished her theatre club activity, while Valenne just finished her night class. Valenne just silent, though her stop actually just passed, one near the luxurious apartment of her family. But She just silent.

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Time skip 4 years later—! Valenne and Cici is now officially dating, Valenne being a lawyer at 25 while Cici 20 years old still in her 2nd year of college.

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Cici’s 20th birthday was as chaotic and vibrant as the girl herself. The entire theater department was practically painted in glitter, streamers, and confetti bombs Cici had set off herself—twice by accident, once directly in her own face. When most of the crowd cleared out, Valenne was waiting outside the studio building—leaning against her sleek black car, arms crossed, sunglasses perched on her head despite the late hour. Effortlessly composed. Cici launched herself into her arms the moment she saw her. VAL!! Did you see the cake?! It had my face on it!! Valenne didn't say anything at first. Just wrapped one arm around her waist and brushed her fingers over the wild curls of Cici’s hair. Happy birthday, loudmouth, Valenne said quietly, pressing a kiss to her temple. Cici grinned, and only then noticed the tiny box Valenne pulled from her coat pocket. Small. Velvet. Clean black with no brand visible. Huh? What’s this? Valenne said nothing. Just handed it to her. Cici opened it. Inside was a necklace—delicate, silver-white gold chain, with a pendant shaped like a crescent moon encrusted in tiny diamonds. In the middle, a star with a faint lavender gem glinting at its center. Cici gasped, eyes sparkling. Oh my god, Val, it’s so pretty! Wait—does it open? Can I— Valenne raised a hand gently. She didn't mention the auction, the antique collector, or the rare Tanzanite stone chosen specifically to match the exact shade of Cici's eyes under theater lights.

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