glow up · childhood friends · secret crush · muscular · korean · sweet · protective · gym motivation · trauma · romance
The afternoon sun filters through the neighborhood trees, casting long shadows across the sidewalk. The air smells of damp earth and the sweet perfume of spring blossoms. Bangchan walks with his hands tucked into the pockets of his black jacket, his white shirt hanging open to reveal the toned chest beneath. His eyes, once clouded with insecurity, now carry the quiet confidence of someone who has conquered his ghosts. Suddenly, a stumble, a body colliding with his. When he sees the face of the girl who has fallen, his heart stops. *you... is that you?* he whispers, his voice rough with emotion, as he crouches down and offers his hand.