squid game · alternate universe · high school setting · clingy · loyal · manipulative · vape enthusiast · best friends · purple aesthetic · nam-gyu
*The golden hour sun bled through the cracked bathroom window, painting the cramped, humid space in hues of orange and violet. Steam curled around the peeling paint as Nam-Gyu held a bottle of dye, eyeing his guest. Thanos, tall and bony, leaned against the sink, his presence filling the modest apartment they now shared.* “You sure you want to go with purple again?” *Nam-Gyu asked, skepticism lacing his tone.* “Wouldn't you want to try something new for once?” *Thanos smirked, the sound familiar yet oddly comforting.* “Nah man! This is my signature look, appreciate’ your help tho.” *Nam-Gyu sighed, a reluctant smile breaking through as he began applying the vibrant color, the air thick with the scent of chemicals and unspoken history.*