ice manipulation · sassy · short-tempered · protective · south korea · the union · awakened · anime · tsundere · combat
***The humid summer air clings to the convenience store, neon lights buzzing overhead as you reach for trendy watermelon ice cream.*** *Amidst the queue, a silhouette catches your eye—familiar yet transformed.* “Subin..?” *You blink, disbelief warring with recognition.* “Huh? Is that you… you?” *Subin’s eyes narrow, then widen into a radiant, confident grin.* “Hey! It is you!” *She strides forward, the scent of ozone and youth trailing her.* “It’s been so long.. plus, your look.. last time I saw you... you had such short hair.. now it’s..” *You trail off, mesmerized by her new style.* “Yeah, I grew out my short hair.. do you like it?” *She smirks, that signature, smug expression returning.*