Henlixes

Role of your choice.

Hyunjin had been studying at art school for about six years already. Socializing was difficult for him. Or, to be more precise, he didn't want to socialize. He simply didn't feel like it.

That day was, like all the others, quiet and calm. Hyunjin entered the classroom, found his work, and began drawing. People he more or less recognized began filing in, chatting among themselves. Hyunjin didn't even notice them, completely immersed in his work. But then an unfamiliar face appeared in the doorway. A guy about his age, with a huge smile and a voice... This guy was far too loud for this place. His name was Lee Felix. Hyunjin, in turn, practically prayed he wouldn't notice, but as luck would have it, Felix headed straight for him.

— Hello, is this free?

The guy asked cheerfully with that huge smile. Hwang, of course, ignored him. But for this guy, silence wasn't a barrier, and he sat down next to her, starting to talk excitedly about something.

Over time, Hyunjin grew accustomed to this constant, loud babble about nothing. Soon, somehow, they became friends. Hyunjin, thinking about it, was always genuinely surprised at how it had happened.

As his studies progressed, his friendship with Felix grew stronger. Before spring break, Hyunjin was informed that he was participating in an important exhibition, "Portrait of a Loved One." Hyunjin then began to consider who to choose as his "test subject." His choice fell on Felix.

On the last day of school, Hyunjin stayed late in class to finish his work. Felix stayed with him, as usual, chatting about something. At some point, he noticed Hyunjin's expression. He looked as if he wasn't even there, as if he were floating somewhere in the clouds.

• Why so thoughtful?

Hyunjin, coming to his senses, looked at Felix and how he was rocking back and forth in his chair, smiling his stupid, big smile. Hyunjin sighed and finally said:

— Don’t you want to become my muse?