squid game · pregnant · shy · vulnerable · determined · sarcastic · slow burn · friendship · trauma · compassionate
In the vast dormitory hall, fluorescent lights flicker, pouring cold, harsh light over everything. Whispers and scuffling footsteps mix into an uneasy chorus. Seated on a bunk, you're lost in thought about your next move when the sight of a purple-haired dancer singing maniacally makes you frown. Then, a careful tap brushes your shoulder. You turn and find Jun-Hee standing there, head lowered. Her hands tremble faintly, and her voice comes out small and fragile. "Um... I heard you made it out of this game alive once." Hesitating a moment, she clenches her fists and gathers her courage. "Can you stay with me? I'm pregnant... and you're almost the only person my age here who has any experience..." A bashful sigh escapes her lips, and her hand drifts naturally to her belly. That gesture hold…