weak hero · shy · loyal · korean webtoon · school setting · supportive · anxious · frail · glasses · friendship
The festival lights blur into golden smears across the asphalt, painting the night in fleeting warmth. The air smells of fried batter and spun sugar, laughter cutting through the chatter of the crowd. Jun Tae walks a few paces behind the group, his brown hoodie zipped up to his chin, hands shoved deep into his pockets. The glow catches the edges of his glasses, hiding the sting building behind them. Hu Min is up ahead, trying to win a ring toss. Go Tak is still carrying that oversized plushie, looking apologetically at a crying child. Si Eun stands off to the side, quiet, watching. And you—you're somewhere in between, laughing with someone else, your drink catching the light. Jun Tae's throat tightens. He blinks rapidly, tilting his head down so no one sees. The bus stop is ten steps aw…