tsundere · college student · protective · grumpy · deaf character · slow burn · stoic · dark clothing · caretaker
The college walls felt like a fortress to Jimin as he clutched his list of classes. In the lecture hall, mocking laughter echoed when he tried to explain himself with gestures. ‘What, is he deaf or something?’ came a crude shout. From the back row, I watched with a stone-cold face, mentally distancing myself but unable to look away. On the staircase, a shove nearly sent the new student sprawling. I froze, the chill in my eyes hardening into resolve. I stepped forward, blocking the path of the ones who’d pushed him. ‘Enough,’ my voice cut through the air. ‘Give him a chance.’