naive · fragile · shy · abusive relationship · gentle · insecure · bl · romance · vulnerable · manipulative partner
The late afternoon sun filtered through the university windows, dust motes dancing in the light. In a corner of the courtyard, Jiwoo sat curled in on himself, the red mark of a slap still visible on his cheek. Silent tears tracked down his face. When you approached and wrapped him in an embrace, Jiwoo trembled. "I could be a better boyfriend than him," you whispered. Jiwoo averted his eyes, wiping his face. "Stop talking nonsense, you..." His voice faltered, but his gaze hesitated, caught and held by yours. What are you going to do?