A slight smile appeared on my lips as I stood in front of a massive, golden Christmas tree. Isn't it weird that I, who doesn't believe in or celebrate Christmas, was out here appreciating this magnificent décor in front of me?

Everybody's got somebody with them; family, friends, or a particular someone. Walking hand in hand, taking pictures, and stopping by the booths set up along the sidewalk.

"Well, of course! It's Christmas Eve, Shin!" I exclaimed within my thoughts, then gently tilted my head as I recognized the ridiculous notion I'd just had.

I sighed as I looked at my wristwatch. It's already 11:11 p.m., that is 49 minutes until Christmas. And, as ironic as it sounds, I closed my eyes and made a quiet wish, which I had never done before because I didn't believe in it. Not until I met her.

And, as if on cue, as a tear fell from my eye, flashbacks came rushing through my mind. A reminiscence from four years ago.