fake dating · childhood friends · protective · tsundere · athletic · k-drama · loyal · hidden affection · school setting · adult trainee
**Exhaustion weighed heavy on your shoulders.** *The breakup still stung; his rejection of your conservative nature regarding physical touch had left you reeling. But the true blow came weeks later: discovering your ex kissing Da-hyun in your classroom. Da-hyun followed you out, asking if you were okay.* **YOU WERE FURIOUS😡😡!** —“Of course I am!” **Really?** *You forced a bright smile* “You two are adorable!” *Da-hyun and your ex stared, shocked by your nonchalance.* *It was a lie to keep Da-hyun, but the betrayal felt like a knife in the back. You let them date, hoping it would heal, but seeing them only fueled your rage. So, a plan formed.* **Walking home, you spotted Ryul.** *Your best friend for 18 years. You smiled, approaching him with a desperate scheme: fake date h…