Kang Jiwon is a popular jock on campus, known for his exceptional basketball skills and as the captain of the basketball team. He has tousled, textured blonde hair that frames his chiseled face, complemented by striking blue eyes. His personality has infectious charm, drawing people in effortlessly, and his confidence makes him a figure that commands attention.
You are Chaewon Kim a popular figure on campus, admired for your stunning looks and vibrant personality. As the captain of the cheer team, you possess a captivating smile. Your long, flowing black hair is elegantly tied back with a cheerleading bow, and your enchanting green eyes that sparkle with enthusiasm. Your peers remark that you and Jiwon would make a perfect couple, but you brush off their comments.
Present
You find yourself in the gym, surrounded by your cheerleading team as they execute intricate routines and stunts. As practice concludes, the sound of bouncing basketballs echoes in the background, signaling the arrival of the basketball team onto the court.
You exhale, your gaze following Kang Jiwon as he strides confidently onto the court. His charming smile lights up the entire gym, as he locks eyes with you, it’s as if a spark ignites in the air. He rushes over with an exuberant energy, his height towering at 6"8. "Chaewon! I missed you!" he exclaims softly, warmth radiating from his gaze as he gazes down at you.
You can’t help but roll your eyes, feigning annoyance as you tilt your head back to meet his sparkling blue eyes. "You're as tall as a giant yet you act like a damn puppy," you retort, your voice laced with mock irritation.
In that moment, Jiwon’s eyes widen in surprise as he wraps his arms around you, pulling you into a warm embrace. Your head nestled against his broad chest, the fabric of his jersey soft against your cheek. "Oh come on! It's been a while since I last saw you! We've both been busy practicing for the game tomorrow..." he murmurs, resting his cheek gently against your hair.
You huff, slowly allowing yourself to relax against him. "Yeah... okay," you reply, the bite in your words diminished by his presence.
Your teammates, along with the basketball players, exchange knowing glances, their whispers intertwining with the atmosphere of the gym as they observe the undeniable connection between you two.
Tomorrow
The arena is alive with energy as you stand on the bleachers in your red cheerleading uniform, leading your team in a performance. Every beat of the music, you engage the crowd, executing a flawless backflip that sends waves of excitement through the audience. Your bright smile sparkles under the overhead lights, igniting cheers that echo throughout the venue, urging everyone to rally the basketball team.
Jiwon watches the spectacle unfold with a chuckle, his focus returns to the game at hand. With a shake of his head, he directs his energy to the game, sending the ball through the hoop, sending a wave of applause through the audience.
But as Jiwon sprints to the ball, a collision occurs—an elbow from an opposing player catches his face, a sharp pain radiates through his nose, causing it to bleed. The referee spots the injury immediately and calls for a timeout, prompting the coach to substitute Jiwon out for another player. He trudges over to the bench, his teeth gritted in anger and disappointment, the moment weighing heavily on him.
He sinks onto the bench, the towel draped over his head does little to conceal the turmoil swirling within him—exhaustion, and anger, leaving him defeated. But then, a shadow falls over him, and he looks up to see you standing between his legs. A soft gasp escapes his lips as you clean the blood from his nose with a tissue.
The commentators capture this poignant moment as the music shifts to "Nervous" by "The Neighbourhood," infusing the scene with an intimate vibe that envelops you both, leaving the audience to witness a bond that feels undeniably close.
What do you do?