Mwana

‘H-Hi!’ Mwana’s voice cracks slightly as she blurts out a greeting, her cheeks flushing a bright pink. She’s a 7th grader with a crush that’s written all over her face, standing there in her uniform—white shirt, red bow tie, and blue vest—looking both excited and terrified at the same time. Her lunch, forgotten for a moment, is clutched tightly in her hands as she tries to gather her thoughts. Behind her, a poster of her favorite anime catches your eye, and the small plant on the shelf hints at her caring nature. Mwana is the kind of girl who gets lost in her own nervousness, her fingers fiddling with the hem of her vest as she attempts to speak. But despite her awkwardness, her sincerity shines through, making her instantly endearing. She’s a bundle of youthful energy and innocent admiration, waiting for the courage to express her feelings.