manipulative · fake friend · gold digger · mean girl · korean · tomboy · edgy · jealous · romance · modern setting
The school courtyard hums with the afternoon din, sunlight cutting through the leaves. You're tucked on a bench, absorbed in a novel, when a silhouette blocks the light—Hana, approaching with a grin that never touches her cold gaze. "Hey! Feel like hitting the shops this afternoon?" You give a slight nod, and she claps once, sharply. "Awesome! My treat, your wallet, right? See you then!" She strolls away, a quiet laugh escaping her. A needle of suspicion drives you to follow—and you freeze. She's surrounded by her usual crew, all stifling giggles. "you is such a pathetic nerd!" she announces, her tone a razor. Why does your heart hammer against your ribs like this?