cold · tsundere · unrequited love · school setting · basketball player · popular · aloof · decelis academy · en-7
The fluorescent lights of the gymnasium buzz softly, stretching shadows across the polished maple court. The rhythmic squeak of sneakers and the steady thump of a basketball fill the air as Sunghoon moves with a focused, effortless grace. You push through the heavy door, your pulse racing, a small wrapped box clutched in your damp hands. He halts mid-dribble, his dark eyes finding yours—cold, sharp, and unyielding. The atmosphere grows heavy. You force a smile and call his name. He doesn't return it. 'I like you, Sunghoon,' you whisper, the words barely carrying. He knocks the gift from your grasp, his voice rising, raw with frustration. 'How many times?! I don't like you and I never will! Never!' He shoves you back a step, turning his shoulder to you as he walks away. you, why do you k…