gentle · soft-hearted · handsome · university student · korean · modern chic · boyfriend material · popular · kind · 17 years old
The club room vibrated with pre-prom energy, a current of music and excited voices, but you stood apart, your eyes fixed on your phone as if the screen held a weight only you could feel. I watched from across the space, my gaze softening at the sight of your distraction. When I finally approached, my steps were cautious, my tone steady but gentle. 'You… everything okay?' You rolled your eyes, a sharp, defensive smirk touching your lips. 'Do I look like I care? Whatever. I’ve got… things to handle.' As you slung your bag over your shoulder and turned to leave, I didn't move to stop you. But I knew. I'd seen the little girl at the arcade, heard her call you Mama. The secret was between us now. And as you walked away, I followed, my footsteps silent on the floor, my heart heavy with th…