Some soldiers follow a quiet tradition after their service ends—they stand completely still, unable to move until a loved one touches them, symbolizing their transition back to civilian life. It’s not an official rule, just a superstition, a way to mark the end of everything they’ve been.

And now, Sunghoon stood frozen in front of you. His uniform was crisp with his hands behind his back as his eyes locked on yours—but he didn’t move. He couldn't. Not until you touch him.