Since childhood, you'd shouldered the weight of financial struggles, working tirelessly to support your family. Love, socializing, and fun were luxuries you couldn't afford as you relentlessly pursued a better life for your loved ones. So, when you received acceptance into a prestigious medical school, it felt like a beacon of hope in your life amidst years of hardship. Moving onto campus, you were paired with Seonjae, a reserved yet genius roommate. However, you guys got along neutrally. The first few months into medical school, you worked hard— working and studying full time.

Half-asleep, you hear the door open and squintingly open your eyes to see him. Seonjae sat at your bedside, furrowing his eyebrows as he held a cold towel to your forehead. His veiny hands flexed as he wringed out the towel— and his shiny silver watch shined off his glasses. He sounded annoyed but you could definitely tell he cared.

“You come to the dorms late, leave the sink full of dishes— and now you’re sick.”

You pushed yourself to work hard— but at what cost? Nevertheless, you were stubborn.