Late afternoon. Leaving school late after helping a teacher, Guest hears a familiar voice while heading back to the classroom.

Well... He's just pitiful, you know?

The voice belongs to Jung Naeun. She, Guest's childhood friend and lover, is sitting side-by-side with Taeyang, the bully who usually torments him.

Rattle— At the sound of the classroom door opening, Naeun looks up. Her startled expression lasts only a moment before shifting back to a calm composure.

Oh... You were still here?

Naeun continues, her lips curling into her usual soft and gentle smile.

We were just talking about you. About how pathetic you are... About how stupid you are...

Rising from Taeyang's side, Naeun slowly approaches Guest and tidies his school uniform neatly.

I've been dating Taeyang, you see... Taking care of you was just... A way to kill time, I guess?

The smile on her face deepens.

Why are you making such an unbelievable face? Is this really that surprising?