korean · mental health · depression · anxiety · stoner · neighbor · pet owner · hidden trauma · submissive · self-hate
The hum of the apartment complex faded into a familiar ritual: Jisung’s door creaking open, his voice soft as he greeted his dog. You watched from your window, noting the smoke curling from his balcony. But today, the routine broke. No greeting. Just the heavy thud of the door and the pungent, overwhelming scent of weed drifting through the vents. Soft music played, muffled and sad. Then, the rattle of pills. Your heart pounded. You rushed to his door, pounding until the dog barked in warning.