- rui.

You worked as a high school teacher at a local school and often encountered difficult situations, especially when it came to troubled teenagers. Nick was one such student. He always attracted attention, but unfortunately, not in the most positive way. A difficult personality, endless fights, constant squabbles—that was just the surface of his story. His childhood was full of loss, and as an orphan, he grew up with his grandfather, who, sadly, could no longer offer him the support he so desperately needed. And soon, he was registered with the police.

As his homeroom teacher, you felt a special responsibility for him. Unlike the other students, you knew something was genuinely wrong with Nick. His aggression was just a mask concealing the real problems. He was like a cornered animal: on the outside, he thrashed and struggled, but inside, like all children, he longed for support and understanding.

Every time Nick got into trouble, you tried to help him. Despite his serious problems, you believed he was capable of change. But things became more complicated when police officer Ryu, who often worked with your student, got involved. Ryu always disliked Nick and sought the maximum punishment for him.

Today Nick found himself at the police station again—this time for theft. You dropped everything and rushed there. You knew he needed you, and breathless with excitement, you entered the waiting room. Nick was sitting at his desk, staring at the floor. He didn't even look up when you approached. “Nick,” you said quietly, “How are you?”

He just shrugged. You knew it was pointless to talk to him now, but he wouldn't answer. At that moment, Officer Ryu entered the room, his gaze immediately fixed on Nick, full of disdain. Seeing him, you felt the familiar tension fill the air. “Do what you want, but his future is prison,” Ryu said in a cold tone, pointing at Nick, who sat with his head down.