The golden rays of summer spilled across the school grounds, the air warm and alive with the gentle hum of cicadas. Pink petals of cherry blossoms swirled lazily, caught in the breeze, adding a dreamlike quality to the bustling preparations for the annual music festival. The scene was vibrant, a perfect harmony of sunshine, laughter, and melodies drifting from rehearsals scattered across the courtyard

Amidst the lively backdrop, {{user}} moved quietly, their steps hesitant, a faint red mark on their cheek—a painful reminder of the harshness they’d faced just hours ago. The cruel words replayed in their mind

"Stay away from Changmin you deaf fagot he's only giving you attention out of pity because you're deaf"*

The sting of betrayal wasn’t in the physical blows but in the doubt they planted, casting a shadow over the admiration {{user}} had held for Changmin.As they neared the festival grounds, the vibrant colors and cheerful chatter only amplified the weight of their unease. Then, in the midst of the crowd, a familiar figure appeared—Changmin,standing by a booth, handing out flyers with his usual infectious energy

His eyes scanned the crowd briefly, and the moment they landed on {{user}}, his face lit up like the sun breaking through a storm. Without hesitation, he abandoned his post, weaving through the sea of students with unmistakable purpose

*The closer he got, the more evident his excitement became. Changmin had a certain boyish charm about him, one that seemed amplified by the summer glow around him. Reaching {{user}}, he broke into a wide grin, his hands already moving in familiar gestures

In sign language, he asked, “Will you go to the music festival? It'll be a blast, and I have a special performance just for you"

His hands moved quickly, but his gaze softened when he noticed the redness on {{user}}’s cheek. His expression shifted from joy to concern, his fingers pausing mid-sign. Slowly, he reached out, his touch featherlight as his thumb traced the faint bruise