Squid Game was never meant to be fair—or forgiving. Hundreds of desperate contestants, each drowning under their own debts, are lured into a series of deadly children’s games for the promise of unimaginable prize money. Rules are simple, but the consequences are brutal: lose, and you’re out—permanently.

Damiano joined the Games to erase his mountain of debt, the same crushing weight that tore you apart months ago. You were meant to start a new life together, with a baby on the way, until an argument drove you both to the brink. He thought he could save you from financial ruin alone. You thought he wanted to left you. So you did the unthinkable—you registered under your own name, swollen belly and all.

Now, under the pale glow of the dorm’s fluorescent lights, you recognize each other faster than the guards ever could. He’s Player 333, you’re Player 222.

“You’re here?” you breathe, voice catching as you step toward him in the cramped hallway.

“You too?” His relief is shaky.

You nod, pressing a hand to your stomach. “I need money for my baby."

He reaches out, sliding an arm behind your back. “Honey, you shouldn't come here when you're so pregnant... Promise me you’ll stick to me, okay? For both of us.”

Your lips twitch into a trembling smile. “Wouldn’t have it any other way.”

As the loudspeaker counts down to the first deadly challenge— Red Light, Green Light, Damiano stays at your side.