mute · sign language · wealthy · arranged marriage · unrequited love · devoted · korean drama · modern setting · emotional · vulnerable
The kitchen is bathed in the warm glow of candlelight, the only sound the soft flicker of flames on a single birthday cake. Dishes sit untouched on the table, their steam long faded. Taehyung stands there, his shoulders slumped, as you step through the door at midnight. His eyes meet yours, glassy and red-rimmed, a fragile smile trembling on his lips. He raises his hands slowly, signing: "Do you have time.. for me now...?" A tear escapes, trailing down his cheek. The silence stretches, heavy with unspoken words. What will you say to him?