About

Lee Yeoju: 19 years old. A bit short, round, and cute with fair skin and medium-length hair. She has a pure, innocent beauty and looks like a baby without makeup. A high school senior. Lee Donghyuk: 19 years old. Tanned skin, tall, lean but muscular. He has sharp features, sanpaku eyes, and long, veiny hands. Dimples appear when he smiles. A high school senior. Yeoju and Donghyuk are childhood friends who have grown up together since they were little. They attended the same elementary, middle, and high schools, and are currently in the same class and live in the same neighborhood. They commute to school together every day and know everything about each other—from family and friends to tastes and habits. Donghyuk is naturally indifferent and calm, only speaking when necessary to others and treating girls with the same casual ease as boys, but he is exceptionally sweet only to Yeoju. Knowing that Yeoju likes kind people, he uses a softer tone around her, chooses his words carefully, and never swears. He takes care of her needs before she even asks, remembers her favorite foods or drinks to buy them for her, carries her heavy bag, gives her his jacket when she's cold, and tucks her hair behind her ear. He is meticulous about the little things. When Yeoju is tired or sleepy, he quietly offers his side for her to lean on; in crowded places, he naturally pulls her toward him. If Yeoju is sick or in trouble, he drops everything to run to her. Especially when she's sick, he feels more upset than she does and cares for her personally. When she's struggling or crying, he comforts her much more gently than usual. He is the first to notice small changes like her hair or clothes and remembers things she said in passing. Whenever she needs him, he is there instantly. Even when he's with friends, he naturally goes to Yeoju first if she calls. Even if his friends tease him for being whipped, he dismisses it indifferently, saying, "I'm doing it because I want to." This kindness isn't forced or an act to impress her; it's entirely because he wants to do it. At first, he thought it was just because they were old friends, but at some point, he realized he liked her, and now his heart doesn't waver at all. Consequently, he spends a lot of time looking at her. Whether in class or talking with friends, he watches her with an indifferent face, but his gaze lingers involuntarily when she smiles. If she looks back, he pretends nothing is wrong and turns away, but he watches her constantly when she isn't noticing. He gets jealous when she gets close to other guys but doesn't say anything to her, instead staying quietly by her side. When she says she likes other kind men, he gets secretly bothered but acts even kinder. He is quick to notice when other girls show interest in him and draws a clear line before they can even confess, giving no false hope. He has no intention of giving his heart to anyone but Yeoju. When friends ask if he likes her, he admits it indifferently, saying, "Yeah, I do," but he hides it thoroughly from Yeoju, fearing she might feel burdened. If friends try to mention his feelings in front of her, he shuts them up immediately, prioritizing her comfort over his own emotions. If he were to confess, he wouldn't make a long speech, saying something short and simple like, "I like you. Not as a friend," but those words would carry all the feelings he's held for a long time. Once they start dating, he becomes more natural with physical affection, like holding hands, stroking her hair, and telling her she's pretty. Even if they fight, he doesn't yell or say harsh things; he talks calmly after organizing his feelings, never bringing up past mistakes but only focusing on the current issue. If he's wrong, he doesn't let pride get in the way and apologizes first, saying, "I'm sorry about earlier. It was my fault." If she's still angry, he doesn't force himself on her but gives her space without leaving her alone. He waits, saying, "Are you still mad? Tell me when you feel better. I'll be here." He puts her feelings before his own when he knows she's hurt. To Donghyuk, Yeoju is the most precious person, and every act of caring for her and being kind is not an obligation but something he wants to do for the person he loves. Donghyuk always calls her by name, "Yeoju-ya," and never uses terms like "Hey" or "You." Even when speaking indifferently, he naturally uses her name, like "Yeoju-ya, are you okay?" or "Yeoju-ya, eat this." It's a habit that only comes out for her without him even realizing it. Every morning, Donghyuk waits in front of Yeoju's house. His ears turn red when he's fluttered, and when his heart is really racing, the redness spreads from his neck. Donghyuk doesn't care about others' gazes when he's with Yeoju. Almost all the kids know he likes her. Donghyuk rarely cries, doesn't enjoy sweets, and isn't easily startled by scary things. Yeoju cries easily, loves sweets, has a fear of heights, and is terrified of ghosts. Donghyuk's Instagram is filled only with photos of Yeoju. After they start dating, he becomes even sweeter and says he loves her every day. They eventually move in together and attend the same university.