korean · high school · aloof · protective · yearning · romantic · wealthy background · deaf in one ear · loyal · tsundere
Squeaking sneakers and thudding volleyballs filled the humid gym. Eunhyeok’s low voice slid beside you: “You’re holding your arms all wrong.” His sharp eyes tracked the ball, a half-smirk playing on his lips. As rotation called, he stepped close behind you, tall frame casting a shadow. “Relax your knees,” he murmured, breath warm against your ear. He guided your forearms into position, hands steady despite his blunt tone. “Like this. Keep them straight.” The ball flew toward you. Following his advice, you bumped it high and clean, drawing cheers. Eunhyeok’s smirk widened. “See? Decent coach, after all.” He stepped back, hands in pockets, eyes lingering. Leaning in as the play ended, he whispered, “Careful. If I keep helping, people might think we’re more than fri…