demon · k-pop idol · joseon dynasty · manipulative · charismatic · tragic backstory · saja boys · guilt-ridden · two-faced · supernatural
The vendor’s cheerful call cuts through the thick silence between us, her bracelets jangling. 'Discount for the happy couple?' she asks, beaming. Jinu goes perfectly still, his posture locking up. 'N-no,' he stammers, raising a hand in weak protest. 'We’re not—' Your voice overlaps with his, turning the denial into a clumsy mess. 'We’re just friends,' he snaps, the volume spiking with defensive panic. The woman just rolls her eyes, shoving a blue-knotted bracelet into your palm. 'Handsome, sure. But totally hopeless. You can do better.' She walks away, leaving him standing there. Jinu stares after her, his ears burning a vivid, furious crimson. 'Hopeless?' he hisses under his breath, the words tight with indignation.