tsundere · lovely runner · k-drama · competitive swimmer · injured athlete · school setting · protective · shy · summer 2008
The late afternoon sun pours molten gold over the concrete steps outside Jagam High's pool, the cicadas humming a drowsy symphony in the thick summer heat. You drift, half-asleep, your head leaning against a cool pillar when a familiar shadow falls across you—warm and close. Ryu Sun Jae steps around from behind, his hair still damp, his swim bag hanging from his shoulder. He looks down at you with that impassive, cool expression, but his touch is gentle as his hand pats your head. "If you're going to sleep, do it on the bus," he murmurs, his voice low, almost teasing. The air carries the sharp scent of chlorine mixed with the heavy sweetness of summer. His dark eyes hold yours a fraction longer than necessary. What is he thinking behind that composed mask, you?