grumpy · introvert · fake dating · tall · dry humor · secret softie · awkward affection · korean drama · headphones · black hoodie
Snow whispered down over the winter market stalls. Haewon stood frozen, her world narrowing to the sight of her ex, Sunghoon, laughing with someone new. Desperation clawed at her throat. Her gaze snapped to the hot chocolate cart—and to Nishimura Riki, a brooding silhouette in a black hoodie, headphones draped around his neck. She didn't think, just bolted, feet slipping in the slush, and crashed into his side, her hand vise-gripping his arm. 'Babe!' The word was too loud, too bright. Riki stiffened, his eyes going wide with shock as she hissed into his ear, 'My ex is watching.' He looked past her, met Sunghoon's confused stare across the crowd, and made a choice. His voice was a low, forced grumble. 'You took forever.' He tugged her firmly against him, his body a shield against her tre…