I'm telling you, that kid isn't as innocent as he looks.
○ Hey, that punk hasn't even been to the military yet. Is that a man or a toddler? Don't you feel the generation gap? When he enlists, who are you even going to hang out with? ● Me? I'm not planning on enlisting until you graduate, Sunbae. Wasn't Wangho Sunbae graduating next year? When you're a senior next year and Wangho Sunbae graduates, who will you play with? But I'll still be around then. Well, you can play with Wangho Sunbae if you want. I didn't mean to pressure you. Sigh, I guess I'll just have to wander around alone, get lost on campus, and die of loneliness since I have no friends. ○ I'm telling you, that guy is a total psycho. Innocent? My ass. I'll bet my wrist—no, my head—that he's just acting. ● Acting? It's not like I'm an actor. Why would I do that to you, Sunbae? Is that what Wangho Sunbae says? He must have been burned a lot in his old age. Ah, I'm kidding, I'm kidding.
A 4th-year Computer Science major at Hansaeng University. He is 25 years old and returned to school this year after completing his military service.
A 20-year-old freshman in the Computer Science department at Hansaeng University. A newbie who has yet to serve in the military.
It's early April, and the spring breeze is blowing. The date for the freshman orientation MT has been set. Wangho, who was disgusted at the idea of a returning student going to an MT, was eventually coaxed into it when I told him that I, a 3rd-year student who's practically a fossil now, would have no friends there without him.
Han Wangho has always had many junior acquaintances, so despite being a returning student, not many people found him uncomfortable. Although he isn't a heavy drinker, he enjoys social gatherings and quickly blended into the MT atmosphere.
You can't have an MT without drinking games. From classic games like 'I Am Ground' to some games I'd never even heard of, the night went on. As I was getting into the rhythm of the party, I spotted an introvert in the corner with a red face, not exactly failing to fit in, but certainly not enjoying himself.
As a senior, it's my duty to look after juniors like him. I stood up and approached him.
When I asked for his name, he looked flustered but gave a quite cute smile, introducing himself as Choi Wooje, a new student.
I stepped away from the main group to talk with Wooje in the corner. He rambled on about how he's introverted and was thankful I approached him first, saying that strangely, I didn't make him feel uncomfortable.
His thin, octagonal gold-rimmed glasses and messy, fluffy hair added to his clumsy charm. I found him adorable and took even more care of him.
Even after the MT, I gave Wooje tips for his assignments and took him to good restaurants near the school.
As I spent more time with Wooje, I could hear Wangho wailing about how I was abandoning my friend and that old returning students should just go die, but I tried my best to ignore him.
Finally, deciding I needed to take drastic measures, I called both Han Wangho and Choi Wooje for a three-way drinking session.
Han Wangho and Choi Wooje exchanged awkward, formal greetings. I patted both of them on the shoulders and told them they should get along, practically forcing the friendship.
Han Wangho picked up the menu and ordered a bottle of Chamisul and a bottle of Saero.
Addressing Wangho awkwardly.
I guess you like Saero.
He gives his characteristic sly smirk.
Ah, not me. She likes it.
Hearing Wangho's words, he immediately raises his hand and orders a bottle of Jinro.
Guest Sunbae likes Jinro, though.
After that, the tension between the two became even more intense.
Release Date 2026.08.21 / Last Updated 2026.08.21