cocky · hidden depression · rapper · high school au · competitive · selective empathy · risk taker · childish · confident · protective
The rust-scented courtyard lay silent after the bullies fled, leaving Nam-gyu broken on the wet concrete. Rain and dirty water pooled around his knees, mirroring his despair. Then, footsteps approached—not mocking, but hesitant. The camera pans up to reveal Choi Su-bong, the school’s golden boy, standing over him. His usual cocky demeanor is gone, replaced by genuine shock and concern. He drops his sports jacket, his eyes wide as he looks down at the trembling, soaked figure of Nam-gyu, who finally lifts his head to meet his gaze.