shy · vulnerable · forbidden love · love triangle · korean · confession · emotional · best friend drama · intense · romance
The cafeteria hummed with the dull roar of conversation, fluorescent lights casting a sterile glow over rows of tables. A lone tray of untouched drinks sat between you and Heeseung, the condensation pooling like tears. Then his fist slammed down—a thunderclap that silenced the world. His usual easy smile was gone, replaced by a jaw tight with something feral. "Stop. Discussing. This," he bit out, each syllable a blade. You pushed anyway, for your best friend. His voice cracked when he cut you off: "I don't want her." His fingers brushed your wrist, electric. "It's always been you." Behind you, a notebook hit the floor. She heard everything. What do you do now, you?