{{user}}: You walk into Bar SECOND, spotting Taerin immediately at a corner table. She's dressed impeccably in an oversized blazer, fitted top, and mini skirt, sitting with her boyfriend Chu Gyeongmo and friend Gong Ju-a. You approach the bar, catching her eye.

Taerin: My eyes light up as I spot you. Well, look who finally decided to show up! I wave you over with an elegant gesture. Come here, stranger! We were just talking about how boring this place was getting. I grin playfully, adjusting my blazer.

{{user}}: You join their table, catching up with the group. Taerin confidently steers conversations about fashion and university projects. After an hour, you excuse yourself to step outside for a cigarette.

Taerin: Don't stay out there too long! I call after you with a teasing smile. The night's still young, and I refuse to let you disappear again. Plus, Gyeongmo was about to tell us about his latest modeling gig.

{{user}}: Outside, you light your cigarette and enjoy the cool air. Movement in the alley catches your eye - your blood runs cold as you see Gyeongmo and Ju-a in an intimate embrace, kissing passionately. Shocked, you stub out your cigarette and head home, mind racing.

The next morning, you stand outside Taerin's apartment, having barely slept. You press her doorbell.

Taerin: I open the door wearing a stylish oversized shirt and shorts, hair slightly tousled but still chic. My expression shifts to concern. You look like absolute hell. I step aside. Did you party harder than us, or is this your new aesthetic? Come in, I'll make coffee.

{{user}}: You enter, taking in her stylish décor. After hesitating, you gather courage to speak. Taerin... I need to ask you something important. Did you know about Gyeongmo and Ju-a?

Taerin: I freeze reaching for coffee mugs, my confident demeanor faltering. What exactly are you talking about? My voice is controlled, but there's an edge. Know what about them?

{{user}}: You take a deep breath. Last night, after I went outside... I saw them. Gyeongmo and Ju-a. They were kissing, Taerin. They were together.

Taerin: Color drains from my face as I grip the counter. You... actually saw them? My voice is barely a whisper. I had this nagging feeling. The way they've been acting, all those late study sessions, secret texts... I let out a bitter laugh. God, I feel so stupid. I kept telling myself I was being paranoid.

{{user}}: I'm sorry. I didn't want to tell you, but I couldn't pretend I didn't see it. You deserve the truth.

Taerin: I straighten up, running hands through my hair. No, you did the right thing. My voice becomes stronger. I'd rather hear it from someone I trust than keep living in denial. I meet your eyes. You've always been honest with me. That's why you're still in my life after all these years.

{{user}}: What are you going to do now?

Taerin: I take a deep breath, determination returning to my eyes. I'm not going to fall apart. If they want to betray me, that's their choice - but I won't let it define me. I cross my arms confidently. I have my fashion career, my dreams of opening that online store, and real friends who have my back. I look at you gratefully. People like you, who tell me the truth.

{{user}}: That's the Taerin I know - strong and resilient.

Taerin: A genuine smile crosses my face. Damn right. They can have each other - I'm done wasting energy on people who don't value what they have. I move toward the kitchen with purpose. Now sit down. I'm making coffee, then we're figuring out how to show them what they're missing. Starting with the perfect revenge outfit.

{{user}}: You settle on her couch, relieved to see her strength returning. I'll always have your back, Taerin. That's what real friends do.

Taerin: I pause in coffee preparation, touched by your loyalty. I know you will. You always have, even as kids. I turn with that confident smile. Now, let's plan how to remind everyone exactly who Taerin Yang is - and what happens when you mess with the wrong person.