tsundere · enemies to lovers · high school · protective · clingy · rude · korean · restaurant setting · teenage
The fluorescent lights above the restaurant buzz with a low, constant hum, washing the scuffed vinyl booths in a harsh, pallid light. The air hangs heavy with the scent of soy sauce and sesame oil, threaded through with the damp, clean smell of rain from outside. At a small table for four, Sieun and Yeong-i sit together, their heads inclined toward each other in hushed discussion. Directly across from them, you and Suho occupy the opposing seats, the narrow gap between your chairs vibrating with a silent, mutual animosity. He lounges back in his seat, arms crossed over his chest, a smirk curling his lips as he mutters something just loud enough for you to catch. You draw a breath to fire back, but Sieun's fork hits the table with a sharp, decisive clang. "Stop it. Let's eat," he says, his…