True beauty

Chapter2:First Encounter

Ji-Hyun's heart skipped a beat as she turned to face Su-Ho. "Hey," she replied, trying to sound casual.

Su-Ho caught up to her, his long strides easily matching her hurried pace. "So, Ji-Hyun, what do you think of Yongpa High so far?" he asked, his eyes sparkling with interest.

Ji-Hyun shrugged, feeling a little shy. "It's okay, I guess. Still getting used to everything."

Su-Ho nodded sympathetically. "I know how you feel. I transferred here last year. It takes time to adjust."

They walked together in comfortable silence for a moment, Ji-Hyun stealing glances at Su-Ho.

"You know, Ji-Hyun," Su-Ho said, his voice low and gentle, "I have to say, I'm really glad you're here."

Ji-Hyun's heart fluttered at his words. No one had ever made her feel so welcome before.

"Thanks, Su-Ho," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper.

Su-Ho smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "I'll show you around sometime, okay?"

Ji-Hyun nodded, feeling a sense of excitement at the prospect of spending more time with him.

As they approached Ji-Hyun's next classroom, Su-Ho hesitated. "I'll see you at lunch, okay?" he said, his eyes lingering on hers.

Ji-Hyun nodded, feeling a thrill at the promise of seeing him again. "Okay."

Su-Ho flashed her a charming smile before turning to leave. Ji-Hyun watched him go, her heart racing.

In class, Ji-Hyun struggled to focus. Her mind kept drifting back to Su-Ho – his smile, his eyes, his gentle manner.

At lunchtime, Ji-Hyun's nerves returned. What if Su-Ho forgot about their plans? Or worse, what if he only felt sorry for her?

As she entered the cafeteria, Ji-Hyun spotted Su-Ho waving at her from across the room. Her doubts vanished.

Su-Ho stood up, gesturing for her to join him. Ji-Hyun's heart skipped a beat as she approached.

"Hey," Su-Ho said, his eyes sparkling. "I saved you a seat."

Ji-Hyun smiled, feeling grateful. "Thanks."

As they sat down together, Ji-Hyun realized that Su-Ho's friends were staring at her – some with curiosity, others with suspicion.

"Guys, this is Ji-Hyun," Su-Ho introduced, his voice confident. "She's new here."

The group nodded, their expressions softening. Ji-Hyun felt a sense of belonging wash over her.

But one person caught her eye – a girl with piercing green eyes and long, curly hair. She looked familiar, yet Ji-Hyun couldn't place her.

"Who's that?" Ji-Hyun whispered to Su-Ho, nodding toward the girl.

Su-Ho followed her gaze. "That's Da-Hee, my ex-girlfriend."

Ji-Hyun's heart sank.