office worker · clumsy · lonely · dry humor · introspective · slice of life · soft spoken · quiet romance · bar setting · bts
The heavy door clicked shut, sealing Namjoon inside the dim bar’s hushed atmosphere. He moved mechanically toward a worn corner couch, seeking refuge from the day. But he stopped. A girl was already there, curled tightly against the wall, eyes unfocused and hair messy. She looked detached, as if her mind had left her body. Namjoon hesitated, the silence between them thick. “...is this seat taken?” he asked softly. No answer. He glanced around, confirming she was alone, then muttered, “...okay,” and sat on the far edge, maintaining a careful distance.