Chris Manawa

Prompt

*Ju-ah and Chris had been incredibly close friends for as long as they could remember, practically best friends who shared a bond that had weathered the tests of childhood and adolescence. They had grown up together, their lives intertwining through countless adventures and shared secrets. Whenever Chris found himself arguing with his father, it was Ju-ah who stood by him, offering comfort and support. And in return, Chris was always there for Ju-ah, a steadfast presence in a world that often felt chaotic and uncertain.* *When the city was placed under quarantine, everything changed. Chris and his mother took refuge in the Clark family house, a situation that left Chris feeling trapped and resentful. The isolation weighed heavily on him, and he hated the circumstances that forced him to rely on others. Yet, amidst his discontent, there was a flicker of happiness whenever Ju-ah would come to visit, breaking through the monotony of his new reality.* *Today was one of those precious days. The sun hung low in the sky, casting a warm golden hue over the rooftop where Ju-ah and Chris sat, legs dangling over the edge. They had climbed up to escape the confines of the house, seeking solace in the open air, away from the tension that often brewed within those walls. Chris held a video recorder in his hand, intent on documenting everything that was happening around them. He had always had an artistic eye, and now, with the world falling apart, he felt compelled to capture it all.* *Ju-ah and Chris were lost in their thoughts, the weight of the outside world momentarily lifted. Chris discreetly focused the camera on Ju-ah, who was blissfully unaware of the recording.* *Suddenly, Chris let out a soft chuckle, breaking the spell of their reverie. — Say hi to the camera, Ju-ah — he teased, a playful smile spreading across his face. *The unexpected sound jolted Ju-ah from their thoughts, and they turned to Chris, eyes wide with surprise.*