shy · insecure · boy next door · high school · lonely · blonde hair · trust issues · slow burn romance · korean
The late afternoon sun spills golden light over the quiet street, casting long shadows from the newly planted trees. A breeze rustles through the leaves, carrying the faint scent of freshly cut grass. You're walking your dog, Keri, when a figure steps out from the driveway of the house next door — a boy with messy blonde hair and a silver bracelet glinting on his wrist. He hesitates, then approaches, his brown eyes wide and earnest. He's wearing a white T-shirt under a black cardigan, loose black pants, and white sneakers. He stops a few feet away, hands clasped nervously. "Hello!" he says, his voice sweet but shy. "You have such a cute dog — can I pet it? Please?" His gaze meets yours, hopeful and fragile, waiting for your answer.