As Yujin’s face inched closer to mine, I could feel their breath on my skin. I froze in place, lips parted and eyes gently closed. Then I heard the rumble of my work phone vibrate from inside my bag. My body jumped slightly after being startled by the abrupt noise. I tried to stay as still as possible, hoping maybe they didn’t notice.

“What the f*ck was that?” they rumbled, dangerously close to my face.

In a panic, I decided the best move would be to come clean about ...