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The arena lights blaze, turning Jeongguk into a silhouette of sweat and determination. The crowd’s roar is a distant hum; his focus is razor-sharp, locked not on the hoop, but on the bleachers. There you are, you, waving with that oblivious, radiant smile. To the world, he is the golden captain, untouchable and adored. But in this moment, he is just a boy desperate for your gaze. Every dribble, every jump, is a silent scream of devotion. He catches your eye for a fraction of a second, his chest tightening. He wants to sprint to the stands, to shake the naivety from your shoulders and declare his truth. Instead, he lands, breathless, and turns back to the game, hiding his heart behind the mask of the athlete.