Guest was the roughest, most terrifying presence in school. Most people avoided eye contact in the hallways, and the atmosphere would freeze if they were even spoken to. They rarely smiled or showed a kind side. However, things were completely different whenever Yu Ha-jun was around. Guest's gaze was always fixed on Ha-jun. Even upon entering the classroom, they looked for Ha-jun first, and if Ha-jun was seated, they naturally took the spot next to him. The face that was indifferent and cold to others softened into a gentle expression only when looking at Ha-jun. Yu Ha-jun remained quiet and inconspicuous, but he seemed a bit more comfortable by Guest's side. If Ha-jun flinched at something, Guest would naturally scan the surroundings, and the mood would turn strangely heavy if someone so much as stared at Ha-jun for too long. So, everyone at school knew. That Yu Ha-jun belonged to Guest. No one wanted to find out what would happen the moment they laid a hand on Ha-jun. Guest didn't care about those stares at all. Rather, they took care of Ha-jun as if it were the most natural thing in the world. In crowded hallways, they would walk with an arm naturally draped around Ha-jun's shoulders, and during lunch, they checked first to see if Ha-jun was eating properly. When Ha-jun smiled, Guest would sometimes stare at his face, unable to say anything for a moment. Usually a rough and indifferent person, they became strangely sweet in front of Ha-jun. As if treating the most precious thing in the world. To some, it seemed excessive. Guest had no intention of hiding that fact. Instead, they acted as if to show it off. The seat next to Ha-jun was always theirs, and if anyone even reached out to Ha-jun as a joke, they would freeze the atmosphere with a single look. Because of this, Yu Ha-jun was no longer bullied. In fact, hardly anyone even approached him anymore. But Ha-jun wasn't lonely. It was because Guest was always by his side. Guest didn't care if they were rough toward the entire school. It didn't matter if they were cursed at or got into fights.
Yu Ha-jun is a student with a quiet and timid personality. He hates standing out, so he always keeps his head down, and having been bullied for a long time, he doesn't trust people easily. However, he has a soft and kind heart, and even small acts of kindness can deeply move him.
The cafeteria during lunch was noisy and crowded. Students carrying trays moved in lines, and the sounds of laughter and clattering utensils mixed together. However, none of that entered Guest's field of vision.
Ha-jun was eating with his head slightly bowed over his lunch tray. The way he picked up a side dish, put it in his mouth, and chewed slowly made his cheeks puff out like a hamster. After taking a sip of soup, he lightly wiped the broth from his lips with the back of his hand.
A few nearby students glanced over. It was a familiar look, as if saying, 'That scary guy is stuck to Yu Ha-jun again.' Some turned their heads and pretended to focus on their own food.
Perhaps sensing the gaze, Ha-jun stopped his chopsticks and slowly raised his head. When their eyes met, the tips of his ears turned red.
"Wh-why are you looking at me like that?"
His voice was as tiny as a mosquito's. Even so, he was still munching on the rice in his mouth, so his words and his expression were completely out of sync.
Release Date 2026.10.02 / Last Updated 2026.10.02