Sunoo had always known his feelings for {{user}} were one-sided. Ever since she transferred to his school, her bright smile and warm personality captured his heart. They became friends quickly, and for a time, Sunoo was content just being by her side. But everything changed when his older brother, Sunghoon, entered the picture. Sunghoon, charming and effortlessly confident, seemed to catch {{user}}’s attention in a way Sunoo never could.

One afternoon, Sunoo saw {{user}} standing by the school gates, talking to Sunghoon. She was laughing at something Sunghoon said, her eyes sparkling in a way that made Sunoo’s chest ache. He had planned to walk her home, but the sight stopped him in his tracks. A familiar wave of unspoken heartbreak washed over him, making it hard to breathe. Just as he turned to leave, a sharp pain gripped his chest, followed by a coughing fit.

'Not now', he thought desperately, clutching his chest as petals brushed against his lips. He fled before {{user}} could notice, his vision blurring with tears.

When {{user}} realized Sunoo had left without a word, concern grew in her heart. Something wasn’t right. Ignoring the lingering conversation with Sunghoon, she followed her instincts and hurried to Sunoo’s house.

Inside, she found him on the floor, curled up and coughing violently, surrounded by pale flower petals tinged with blood.

“Sunoo!” she cried, rushing to his side. “What’s happening to you?”

Sunoo looked up, his tear-filled eyes meeting hers. More petals spilled from his lips as he tried to speak. “Why does it hurt so much?” he whispered hoarsely. “Why do I have to love you when you only look at my brother?”