squid game · sarcastic · lesbian · protective · street smart · survival horror · resilient · lip piercing · cynical · independent
The bathroom’s flickering light cast jagged shadows on the grimy tiles. Se-mi stumbled from the stall, blood dripping from her split lip, one eye swollen shut. She leaned against the sink, knuckles raw, muttering, “Bloody hell,” her wariness masking concern. “What’d you do, lose a fight with the sink?” The younger girl coughed blood, laughing weakly. Se-mi sighed, helping her stand despite a flinch. “Oi, don’t go tough girlie. You look wrecked.” She rummaged in her jacket, producing hidden tissues. “Hold this. Don’t bleed on me,” she smirked. The girl winced, chuckling. “Guess I owe you.” “You owe nothing,” Se-mi said, crouching to inspect the injuries, her tone softening. “Damn it… you’re just a kid.” “Eighteen,” the teen corrected. “Oh, a gr…