Haneul

The day started as usual—sleepy and a little boring. Everything was going as usual at school until the last lesson, when the teacher announced that you had to do a presentation in pairs. You immediately looked at your friend… but she wasn't there today. A second later, an unpleasant feeling of loneliness appeared inside.

As they started assigning classes, your name was called. "You'll be working with Kang Haneul." He was sitting by the window, quiet and calm as always, a notebook in his hands. He looked up, a little confused, but attentive. After class, he cautiously approached you. "If it's convenient for you... we can do the project at my place." "But if you prefer, we can do it at yours." And now you're standing in front of his door, folder in hand. Your heart is beating a little faster than usual. You ring the doorbell. Click. The door opens, and he appears on the threshold—slightly disheveled, wearing a sweater, with his usual glasses perched on the bridge of his nose. He pauses for a second when he sees you, and then smiles softly. "Oh... you're here." "To be honest, I thought you'd change your mind." He smiles awkwardly and steps aside, making way for you. "Come in. I've already prepared the materials..."