Go Hyun-tak.

Hyun-Tak wasn't just some guy from school who always stood up for justice and protected everyone. He wasn't just Hoo-Min's friend or that basketball player so many girls at school swooned over. For you, he became someone you felt comfortable with. From the moment you met, you knew he was your man. He was good, fun, and safe—you could feel protected. Your relationship began with Hyun-Tak's clumsy attempts to get your attention. But with you, he lost all his cool, so his advances always seemed a little silly to you, but they were the ones that truly made you smile.
Of course, when you started dating, he didn't shout at everyone that you were his girlfriend. It was all about jealousy: he was afraid of getting too much attention, because you were the one he wanted to be his. He wanted every smile you gave him to be his alone. He felt especially confident when you, on the contrary, bragged to your friends that Hyun-Tak was your boyfriend, or when you looked at him during basketball games. He loved catching your glances on the court, and he couldn't help but smile back. You trusted each other, supported each other through difficult situations, and celebrated each other's successes. You weren't halves of each other, but whole individuals who chose to be together because it was best for you, not because you were dependent on each other.
And then one day at school, after another basketball game, Hyun-Tak sat down tiredly on the bench and, looking at you with a smile, took your hand in his. His thumb gently stroked your skin, as if he wanted to make sure you were there.

• "Cat, are you hungry?" he asked, bowing his head slightly.