Chapter 1: I read this awhile ago, and I must say, this opens up a lot of bad memories for me. Like the previous commenter has mentioned, I definitely can relate to this story, not the confession in particular, but just encountering the type of people like Joo Woo and Myungsoo. I don't know why, but looking back I always tried to tell myself that the people who do not instigate the mistreatment are, well, they're the better people. I mean, people say the bully is just as bad as the bystander who laughs or doesn't do anything, but I mean, the reality is, who actually has the personality to defend a person that no one sides with? I mean, sure, there might be some people, and I guess I was the lucky one who fell into the wrong side of the classroom. In a way, these sort of past experiences has made me somewhat a bitter person, even though I have a great group of friends and all, I just ... Hmm, even now I think, well, I guess in relations to Myungsoo, he's not a really bad guy. It just hurts more because he's the object of her affections, otherwise he's just 'within' the crowd--he probably just wants to fit in, like we all do.

Being able to relate to my writing is definitely a compliment so thank you!!(:
I'm glad you are excited for the sequel :D
Hope it doesn't disappoint you... ^^

I could really relate to this story. The emotions really do seem to come alive. Joo Woo was a total jerk but I couldn't believe Myungsoo too... But Soo Hee should keep her chin up and ever say die! I'm off to read the sequel now. It's got me really excited. Good story! :-)

Hey.(: Thanks for leaving me your comment once again <3 !
I personally like to write my fic in a more realistic way. Bullying, fat issues and rejection are problems some people might have encountered and it's great if they can relate and emphatise with the OC. :) Then, they can enjoy the story more:D!
I had never heard the song before but I would try ^^
Although Soo Hee should not be treated differently, it's natural human behaviour of ppl to side/befriend the non 'outcast' of the school. Sadly... That's the fact I believe in.
Thanks for your detailed comment once again :D
Really appreciate your thoughts ^^!

Not everything turns out the way we want at times. This is the reality of this world. Bullying is something that young people face in school--attending class everyday in fear/worry of what awaits them. People who have/had suffered from being bullied and/or heartbreak due to harsh rejection from his/her first love interest can relate to this story.

It's more of an angsty fic than it is a sad one. Still, it does count since angst is associated with misery. I find it realistic how you portray everything in this fic up to Soohee's emotions. Reading this fic reminds me of the song, "Story of a Girl," by Nine Days. What Soohee's going through reflects the song's lyrics.

People come in different shapes and sizes. Just because she looks different from the rest of the school population doesn't make her any different from a typical human being. Almost the whole school going against her is like hell to her everyday. That must make her very miserable having to put up with their trash talk and ill treatment. It's terrible that's no one steps in to put a stop to all the bullying and harassment. Her father's uninvolvement in her life further adds to her misery because of the lack of compassion at home. I feel dismayed that Myungsoo follows his peers. This is an aspect that has a big influence on human nature: peer pressure. Although Myungsoo is cold-looking, he must've at least known deep down that how his fellow classmates treat Soohee is wrong. Something was holding him back from doing what's right. Peer pressure is the key factor here. He must be worried about losing the only friend he has because he doesn't want to be lonely. This isn't mentioned in the story, but that's what I think to be the case since it's a reasonable explanation for him to act that way. I notice that he only joins in with his peers in poking fun at her rather than initiate the mistreatment. That's saying something about his character. It's admirable of Soohee to put a lot of effort into preparing her Valentine gift for Myungsoo. For him to act indifferent towards her, he must've thought that she's just another fangirl of his. Because he had never bothered to pay attention to her and doesn't know her well, he's not aware that she pour her heart and soul into making it for him. That's pure love. It's sad that she was rejected that harshly.

Heh. Thanks for the support. :D
Ps: sorry L :p

Wow. This was so... intense. I even got mad at Myungsoo for a moment there. Definitely reading the sequel!

I am glad you found this sad (: Hope you enjoy the sequel !~:D

it was sad!
but i'll read the sequel~ :)