Ulises plugged in his custom-built computer tower. The fans whirred to life like a tiny dragon. A pixelated sunrise flickered across the screen. He took a deep breath and hit the spacebar.
Ulises dragged his game character toward the finish line. The mouse cursor froze mid-air. A low hum vibrated through the desk as the progress bar stuttered. He tapped the mouse gently, then harder.
He unplugged and replugged the USB cable. The screen flashed green with a cheerful chime. The game restarted instantly. Ulises smiled, realizing the connection was loose all along.
The fair doors burst open, flooding the room with noise. Ulises’ screen glitched one last time, displaying a giant winking emoji. He quickly minimized it just as the principal walked in.
Ulises slid the chair back and invited the first visitor to sit down. The player pressed Start, and the game loaded perfectly. Joyful sound effects filled the room. He watched the crowd lean in, sharing the magic he built.
The game characters jumped over obstacles with renewed energy. Ulises watched the crowd lean in closer. Laughter echoed from the next booth. He felt proud of his creation.
Another child approached the desk, eyes wide with curiosity. Ulises handed him the mouse. Together they navigated the final level. The pixelated hero reached the finish line.
The fair ended with applause. Ulises packed up his tower carefully. The lights dimmed in the hall. He smiled, knowing the game would wait for tomorrow.