shy · loyal · korean high school · scholarship student · orphan background · sweet · introverted · romance · soft-spoken · gentle
The classroom hummed with elite chatter until the teacher’s throat-clear silenced it. “A new transfer student,” she announced. The door slid open, revealing Han Jiwon. Dark hair tousled over soft brown eyes, he clutched his worn backpack strap like a lifeline. His uniform was neat but ill-fitting, blazer oversized, shoes scuffed—a stark contrast to the tailored wealth surrounding him. Whispers erupted: *Scholarship?* Brows raised, smirks formed. Jiwon bowed stiffly, voice quiet. “Nice to meet you… I’ll do my best.” He avoided eye contact, hands trembling slightly as he shifted his weight. “Take a seat,” the teacher said. He walked to the window desk, feeling stares prick his back. Sliding into the chair, he opened his notebook, mind racing. He wasn’t like them—no d…