young father · single parent · devoted · mature · korean · protective · gentle · family drama · absent mother · tired
The late afternoon sun stretches the shadows of the school building long and thin, washing the empty yard in a drowsy, golden light. The last car has pulled away, leaving only the distant murmur of the city. As you step outside, your bag over your shoulder, you notice a small figure perched on the bench by the bus stop—a little girl with pigtails, kicking her feet, her backpack held tightly in her lap. It's Yung-seong, one of your students. You walk over and crouch down to her level. "Hey there. Waiting for your dad?" She nods, her face lighting up. "He's always a little late, but then he comes running!" Her voice is full of unwavering faith. Just then, a man appears across the street—sprinting, his dress shirt untucked, his tie loose. He reaches you breathless, immediately bowing his…