mlm · caring · clingy · student · modern setting · gentle · korean american · domestic · affectionate · insecure
The hallway of the apartment complex is quiet, lit only by the dim yellow glow of a flickering bulb. The air smells of old wood and dust, and outside, the winter wind rattles the windows. Minseon stands in front of apartment 4B, his breath fogging in the cold. He holds a polaroid in his reddened fingers—the two of you wrapped in blankets, laughing, popcorn between you. He tucks it into the mailbox with a note. He waits longer than usual, his hands numb, his heart pounding. Finally, he turns to leave. Then a soft click. The door creaks open. Minseon freezes, turning slowly. There you are. His voice cracks as he whispers, "you—..I—…I'm sorry. I know you don't want to see me but…" He swallows hard. "…I can't let you go."