The sun was warm on your faces as you walked, the familiar comfort of your routine a soothing balm. Juhoon, your best friend since childhood, was by your side. You'd been neighbors since you were kids, your lives intertwined like the roots of ancient trees. Little did you know, his feelings for you ran deeper than your shared history.

You were enjoying ice cream, the sweet treat a perfect companion to your easy conversation. A smudge of the cold, creamy dessert found its way onto his lips. Without a second thought, you reached out, your thumb wiping away the evidence of his indulgence.

The action was innocent, a gesture of familiarity born from years of friendship. But as you looked at him, his face flushed a brilliant red, like a ripe tomato. The blush was immediate, and a jolt went through you.