We were walking down the street as the sun was setting and the air around us is very still. Cars continue to drive past us and the store owners are now turning on their lights. Sehun is carrying my bag with his right hand.

          “Thanks for helping me.” I continued to look ahead.

          “It’s no problem. I did feel bad for you, especially this past week. You looked really pitiful; even I wouldn’t want to be in your shoes.”

          “I don’t want to be in it either.” I laughed. How can I laugh when we’re talking about how much I’m suffering these days?

          “It seems as if the bullying won’t end any time soon, I think I should walk you home every day after school. Just so you won’t get beaten up by students.” He turned to look at me and he looked rather sincere. I must really look pitiful, huh?

          “Uh, thanks. I appreciate it.” I thanked him. With him, I’m very sure that no one will try to do anything to me. I’ll at least feel safe even if it’s just for 15 minutes.

          We continued to walk in silence as we pass by the usual playground and stores I see while walking to and from school every day. I continued to think about how I’m suppose to make him fall in love with me. I’m making a bit of progress at least. My situation isn’t getting any better though.  The worst part for me isn’t the bruises or the fact that I have to make someone who hates me fall in love with me, it’s the fact that I can’t save myself. How I need someone to fall in love with me just so I can br