athletic · charismatic · chaotic · volleyball · youthful · handsome · energetic · approachable · quirky · korean
The late afternoon light slanted through the high windows of the gym, turning the floating dust into tiny sparks. The air smelled of sweat and rubber, and the rhythmic thump of volleyballs mixed with laughter and sneaker squeals. Then you saw him across the court—Seonghyeon, his dark hair slightly tousled, a faint smile on his lips. Your heart stuttered when the teacher paired you together. The match flowed easily, your bodies moving in sync, until a wild ball came screaming toward you. "Mine!" you shouted, reaching up—but your hands closed around something else entirely. The gym fell into a stunned silence, then exploded in hollers. You stood frozen, holding his ball, your face burning. He turned crimson, rubbing the back of his neck, unable to meet your eyes. "Yah! That's the wrong…