It was a typical morning at Han River High. The sun spilled golden light through the windows, illuminating the classroom where Y/N sat with her head buried in her notes. Her neat handwriting contrasted sharply with the chaotic thoughts swirling in her mind suddenly Mrs. Park her mother also a strict teacher calls her..
“Y/N!” Mrs. Park’s voice cut through her reverie. “Can you tell us the answer to question five?”
Startled, Y/N looked up, her cheeks flushing. “Um… I think it’s…”
“Time’s up!” Mrs. Park interrupted, exasperated. “You need to focus more on your studies! Gosh i am so done with that girl”
The class erupted in laughter, and Y/N felt a wave of embarrassment wash over her, wishing she could sink into the floor and disappear. As the bell rang for break time, she buried her head in her notes, desperately trying to solve the lesson’s problems. Just then, the senior student Kim Seokjin, her tall and handsome senior with a dazzling smile, leaned casually against the doorframe, his presence both comforting and nerve-wracking..
“Hey, Y/N! Need help later?” he asked, his voice warm and inviting.
“Yes, please!” Y/N replied, feeling a wave of relief wash over her
Seokjin sat beside her, taking her book “Let’s work through this together.”
As the sometimes passed, Y/N felt the weight of her worries start to lift. Seokjin had a knack for making even the most complicated subjects seem manageable.
“You did great today,” Seokjin said, ruffling her hair affectionately. “Just keep practicing.”
Y/N beamed, feeling a sense of accomplishment. “I couldn’t have done it without you.”
He smiled back, but Y/N didn’t notice the way his gaze lingered on her, filled with unspoken affection.
Later, their friends—Jimin, Yuri, and Hunji—joined them. “What’s the secret to Y/N’s sudden improvement?” Jimin teased, nudging Seokjin.
“Just some sibling bonding,” Seokjin replied, looking a bit awkwardly.
Yuri grinned. “You two make a great team!”
Weeks passed, and as Y/N’s grades began to improve, the weight of her studies intensified. Mrs. Park’s scoldings became more frequent, and Y/N felt the pressure mounting.
One day at lunch, Y/N sat with her friends, who were excitedly chatting about weekend plans. “I wish I could join,” she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
“Why not? You’ve been studying non-stop!” Hunji replied, concern etched on her face.
“I can’t. I need to focus on my grades,” Y/N replied, her heart heavy.
Jimin frowned. “You need to find balance, Y/N. We miss hanging out with you.”
“But I can’t afford to fail,” she said, frustration creeping into her tone.
As the weeks wore on, Y/N became more absorbed in her studies, unintentionally pushing her friends away. One afternoon, Hunji confronted her. “You’re always busy with Seokjin. What about us?”
Y/N felt a pang of guilt. “I’m sorry! I just want to do better.”
Hunji sighed, crossing her arms. “We’re your friends too, you know. Don’t forget that.”
The tension between Y/N and her friends reached a breaking point. One evening, after another long study session with Seokjin, Y/N called her friends.
“Can we meet? I need to talk,” she said, anxiety creeping into her voice.
When they gathered, the atmosphere was thick with unspoken words. “You’ve changed, Y/N,” Jimin said gently. “We’re worried about you.”
“I know, and I’m really sorry,” Y/N replied, tears welling in her eyes. “I didn’t mean to push you all away.”
Hunji shook her head. “It feels like you’re only focused on school now. We miss you.”
Y/N felt her heart break. “I can’t lose you guys. I’m trying my best.”
But Hunji’s expression hardened. “Maybe you need to figure out what’s really important.”
With that, the group fell silent, leaving Y/N feeling more alone than ever.
The next day at school, Y/N wandered the halls, lost in thought. She was so caught up in her worries that she didn’t notice Seokjin waiting for her at the corner.
“Y/N!” he called, but it was too late. She bumped into him, losing her balance and tumbling forward.
Seokjin instinctively caught her, their faces inches apart. “Whoa, careful there!” he said, his heart racing at their closeness.
Y/N looked up, her face flushed. “Sorry! I wasn’t watching where I was going.”
Seokjin chuckled, his eyes sparkling. “Well, if you wanted to fall for me, you could have just asked.”
Y/N laughed nervously, but inside, her heart raced. As they stood together, she could feel the warmth radiating from Seokjin. It was a moment that lingered, both not wanting to step away.
That evening, they found themselves studying again. Y/N’s heart raced as Seokjin leaned in closer, pointing at a math problem.
“See? It’s all about understanding the concepts,” he explained, his breath brushing against her cheek.
Y/N felt a flutter in her chest. “You always make it sound so easy. You’re such a wonderful senior buddy,” she said, a shy smile spreading across her face.
He chuckled softly, his eyes sparkling with warmth. “That’s because I truly believe in you,” Seokjin replied, his voice low and sincere. He leaned in slightly, his gaze intense. “You have this incredible spark that can light up any room.”
Her heart raced at his words. “Do you really think I can do it?” she asked, a mixture of hope and vulnerability in her tone.
“Without a doubt,” he said, his expression softening. “And just so you know, I’ll always be here cheering you on, not just as your senior buddy, but as someone who really cares about you.”
Y/N felt her cheeks warm at his honesty. “That means a lot to me, Seokjin. You make me feel like I can achieve anything.”
He smiled, his eyes reflecting a deeper emotion. “That’s exactly what you deserve to feel confident and unstoppable.”
Her heart swelled. “Thank you, Seokjin. You’ve always been there for me.”
He paused, his gaze searching hers. “Y/N, there’s something I need to tell you…”
Before he could finish, Jimin burst into the room. “Hey! You two are still here? You should take a break!”
Y/N felt her cheeks flush. “Um, yeah. We were just studying.”
Jimin raised an eyebrow but smiled. “Right. Well, let’s go outside for some fresh air!”
Despite Jimin’s interruption, the tension between Y/N and her friends continued to grow. One day, after another long study session, Y/N felt overwhelmed. She realized she had been neglecting her friends even more.
When she approached Hunji at school, her friend turned away. “What do you want, Y/N?”
“I want to apologize,” Y/N said, her voice shaking. “I’ve been so focused on studying that I pushed you all away.”
Hunji looked hesitant. “We were worried about you.”
“I know. I miss our friendship,” Y/N admitted, tears welling in her eyes.
Hunji took a step back, crossing her arms. “But it feels like you don’t care anymore. You’ve changed.”
Y/N’s heart sank. “Please, I don’t want to lose you.”
“You already have, Go to your senior buddy” Hunji replied coldly, walking away.
Y/N felt tears prick her eyes as she watched her friends drift away from her.
That evening, Y/N sat on her bed, feeling utterly defeated. Just then, her phone buzzed. It was a message from Seokjin.
**Seokjin:** *Hey, can we talk?*
Y/N felt a flicker of hope. She quickly replied, and they agreed to meet at their favorite park.
When Y/N arrived, she found Seokjin sitting on a bench, his expression serious. “I’ve been worried about you,” he said softly.
“I messed up, Seokjin. I pushed everyone away,” Y/N confessed, her voice breaking.
Seokjin reached out, taking her hand. “You’re not alone in this. I’m here for you.”
Tears streamed down Y/N’s cheeks. “But what if I lose my friends?”
“You won’t,” he assured her. “Sometimes people just need time. Focus on what matters most yourself and those who truly care.”
As they sat together, Y/N felt a warmth spread through her. Seokjin leaned closer, his voice barely above a whisper. “Y/N, I need to tell you something…”
Before he could finish, a sudden gust of wind blew, causing Y/N to stumble. She accidentally fell against him, their lips brushing together in a fleeting kiss.
They both froze, eyes wide. “I—sorry!” Y/N stammered, pulling back.
Seokjin smirked playfully, leaning in closer. “No, it’s okay. Actually… your lips are like a charger, and I think I need to recharge my heart with that spark.”
Y/N surprised with raise an eyebrow, teasing him. “So, am I the only one who can give you that spark?”
He leaned in even closer, his breath warm against her ear. “You’re definitely the only charger I want to connect with. How about we recharge together?”
Y/N bit her lip, feeling the heat rise in her cheeks. “And what if I don’t want to share my charge?”
Seokjin smirked, his eyes glinting with mischief. “Then I guess I’ll just have to find a way to convince you. Maybe a more little kiss would do the trick?”
Y/N laughed, her heart fluttering. “Is that your idea of a power-up?”
“Absolutely,” he replied, winking. “A little spark goes a long way”
Y/N blush with laughed with Seokjin as she forgot about her previous friendship tense
As Days passed, and Y/N and Seokjin grew more closer. They studied together, shared laughter, and slowly began to mend their friendship with Jimin, Yuri, and Hunji.
One afternoon, Y/N approached Hunji, determination in her eyes. “Can we talk?”
Hunji looked hesitant but nodded. “What’s up?”
“I’m sorry for shutting you all out,” Y/N said, her voice sincere. “I realize now how much you mean to me.”
Hunji sighed, her expression softening. “We were worried about you.”
“I know. I miss our friendship,” Y/N admitted, tears welling in her eyes.
Hunji took a step forward, embracing Y/N. “I miss you too. Let’s promise to support each other.”
As they pulled away, Y/N felt lighter, grateful for the second chance.
A few weeks later, Y/N stood with Seokjin at the school’s annual festival. The air was filled with laughter and vibrant colors.
“Look at that!” Seokjin pointed at a booth filled with colorful balloons. “Want to try?”
Y/N nodded, her heart fluttering with excitement. As they approached the booth, she playfully bumped into him, causing a balloon to fly away.
“Oops!” Y/N laughed, her eyes sparkling.
Seokjin grinned. “You’re a troublemaker, you know that?”
“Only with you,” she teased, her heart racing.
As the sun began to set, painting the sky in hues of pink and orange, Seokjin turned to her, his expression serious yet affectionate. “Y/N, I’m really glad you’re in my life.”
“Me too, Seokjin,” she replied, her voice barely above a whisper.
He stepped closer, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear. “I think I’m falling for you. My little spark”
Y/N felt her heart soar. “I think I’m falling for you too.”
Seokjin speaks with emotion of love “Let’s live like that”
With that, Seokjin leaned in, capturing her lips in a tender kiss. It was a moment filled with warmth and promise, a beautiful culmination of their hidden affections. As they pulled away, Y/N knew that love, friendship, and understanding had woven a tapestry of support that would carry them through whatever challenges lay ahead. And in that moment, under the painted sky, they felt truly happy like a home..
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