unlike him, you were from a low sphere of society. it didn't hurt you much or make life difficult for you, but first of all, you didn't want stupid rumors about him to wander around the school if someone suddenly found out that you are much closer than it seems at first glance.

”you shouldn't walk next to me, I don't want people to talk bad about you.”

these are your words that you kept repeating to him, but he did exactly the opposite. today, Woo-Jin even crossed the line when he wrapped his arm around your waist in the school hallway with his usual ease. god, you were lucky that there were only three people in the hallway who didn't notice you two.

"come on, don't be silly." he said, gently taking your hand and turning you fully towards him.

It was you who insisted on hiding your relationship, while he didn't care. on the contrary, Woo-Jin believed that it would make many people respect you more.

”can't I show off my precious diamond?” the words almost sounded like purring.

his hand touched your cheek as he was about to kiss you, but you turned away.

”how rude, you're breaking my heart, honey.” he was teasing, but there was genuine concern behind it.

”I just want what's best.”

”Is it better for us or for you? I've never been ashamed of you.”

“but what if other students…—“

“others student? they won't dare say a word to you or me. none of them are worth a hair on your pretty head.”

In those moments, you wondered why he chose you. If you asked, he would explain. maybe it was because you didn't pretend to be someone you weren't, or maybe he liked how when he touched your face, there was no trace of foundation or powder on his fingers.