"Let's go to the terrace. It's cloudy, and there's a cool breeze up there," Hyun suggested, his voice filled with a hint of excitement.
"Sure!" Min exclaimed, his hand gently resting on Hyun's shoulder as he asked with true concern, "I hope you're doing better."
"I'm as energetic as ever. I slept very well!" Hyun replied, his words masking the truth.
In reality, Hyun had spent a sleepless night, consumed by a swirl of emotions. The encounter with Min the previous day had stirred something deep within him, leaving him feeling both elated and restless. Throughout the night, he found himself tightly hugging his pillow, unable to find solace or calmness.
Initially, Hyun attributed these overwhelming emotions to the genuine kindness he had received from Min after days of enduring hardship. However, the peculiar sensation didn't diminish as the night wore on. Instead, it continued to grow, intensifying with each passing moment.
In truth, Hyun's feelings for Min multiplied exponentially whenever he conjured up an image of him in his mind. He couldn't help but dwell on how Min could have easily turned away, avoiding involvement with someone he barely knew. Yet, Min chose to sit beside him, attentively listening to his worries without judgment and with a sincere desire to assist. The depth of Min's empathy touched Hyun. It touched him profoundly.
The memory of Min delicately placing his arm on Hyun's shoulder lingered in his thoughts, a gentle gesture that held immense significance. Hyun found himself unable to shake off the image of Min, who, despite his own shyness, tried his best to provide guidance and reassurance. The image of Min tearing a page from his expensive notepad to wipe away Hyun's tears played on a loop in his mind. The price sticker that was still visible on the notepad's back served as a reminder of Min's selflessness. Above all, Hyun couldn't stop reflecting on how Min treated him as a normal human being — a rarity in his life that left a memorable impression.
Those very thoughts continued to swarm Hyun's mind as he ascended the stairs alongside Min. When they reached the top, narrowly evading Mrs. Choi, Hyun hastily slammed the door shut behind them.
"Min! Look what I got you!" Hyun exclaimed, his voice filled with childlike excitement. He extended both arms, revealing a collection of chocolates and a set of art pens in his open palms.
"Hyun, why did you get me these?" Min questioned, a mix of surprise and hesitation in his voice.
"You know why. Take it!" Hyun insisted, his tone carrying a hint of aggression, as he grabbed Min's hand and deposited the gifts into his grasp.
"No, I can't. I don't deserve it!" Min protested, his self-doubt evident.
"Please take it... for me," Hyun pleaded, his eyes reflecting a pleading expression.
Reluctantly, Min accepted the gifts. "These pens are really nice. Also, I love chocolate, so thanks!" he expressed with an awkward giggle.
"His laugh is adorable. He has such a cute nose," Hyun thought, captivated by Min's charm.
"I wish I could hug him like that day, but won't he find me weird?" Hyun questioned himself, battling conflicting emotions.
"Why do I feel like this? He's a boy," he pondered.
"But... there's nothing wrong with loving a boy, right?"
"Anyway, Min, did something happen? The moment I stepped into school, I noticed something was off. Mr. Glenn told us to watch out for the teachers too. Why?" Hyun inquired, his curiosity piqued.
Min proceeded to recount the events of the day in great detail, his voice gradually diminishing and occasionally faltering as he reached the part about the incident with the principal. Meanwhile, with each passing minute, Hyun's anger grew hotter and more intense.
It became evident to Hyun that the culprits responsible for the vandalism were none other than his "friends." Naturally, he felt a gush of fury towards them. His blood began to boil and bubble even more when he learned about the principal's disrespectful treatment of Min and how she forced him to clean up the mess created by the troublemakers.
"What the fuck is wrong with those baboons?! Don't those brain-dead idiots have anything better to do? And who does the principal think she is? She made a big deal last year when they installed hundreds of cameras, but what's the point if no one uses them? You don't need a camera to know who's guilty, but still... And she made you clean the board? For what? She's utterly useless," Hyun vented, the revelation fueling a blazing flame within him.
Min nodded vigorously in agreement, his own frustration palpable.
"You know what? I've had enough. You did what THEY were supposed to do. It's time to teach them a lesson," Hyun declared, his determination unwavering.
Min was taken aback. "No, no, no. It's already over. Let's forget about it," he pleaded, a tremor in his voice.
"And let them escape again? Then they'll never learn. The stupid principal will excuse them again with some made-up reason. Like, what the hell was the reason she gave today? Collective responsibility my ass," Hyun retorted, his resolve unyielding.
"Please, you'll get into more trouble if you're caught. Don't do this for me," Min implored.
"Fine. Think of it this way. I'm going to take revenge for the pain they put ME through. Let's forget about today, yeah?" Hyun proposed, attempting to sway Min's opinion.
"Well, if you put it that way..." Min hesitated, contemplating the potential consequences.
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