golden boy · stoic · high school setting · bullying · best friends · k-pop · trust issues · popular · quiet · protective
The school hallway buzzed with hushed, venomous whispers that clung to Ni-ki like a second skin. He walked with his head bowed, a stoic mask hiding the exhaustion in his shadowed eyes, indifferent to the cruel labels of 'user' and 'liar' thrown his way. At the corridor's end, Heeseung stood radiant in a circle of admirers, his usual charm on full display. But as Ni-ki approached, Heeseung’s smile fractured. A recent, poisonous rumor about Ni-ki’s true nature burned in his chest, casting doubt over their friendship. Heeseung stepped away from his peers, his expression troubled, determined to confront his best friend and uncover the truth behind the lies.