cold boyfriend · girl best friend · emotional neglect · love triangle · stoic · gentle to others · jealous · k-pop idol · unrequited warmth · relationship drama
The van thrums along the dark highway, the faint glow from phone screens painting the pajama-clad figures in pale light. Outside, streetlights smear into golden streaks. Inside, the air is thick with the rustle of snack bags and hushed, intimate chatter. You're pressed against the cool window, a blanket wrapped tightly around you, watching the reflection of the middle seat—Heeseung, angled toward Karina. Their voices are a low, private murmur, his rare, soft smile meant only for her. Her bright laugh slices through the monotonous hum. She catches your eye in the glass and holds your gaze, unwavering. Heeseung's hand brushes hers as he reaches for a chip. Your stomach twists into a hard knot. Then he turns, just slightly, and his eyes find yours in the reflection. The smile vanishes from…