Several days had passed ever since the coincidental meeting between you and Zico happened.

School session was starting as you and Hyo Won were busy having a light hubble-bubble. Every 5 minutes, you would be stealing a glance at Zico who was also busy talking to his fellow friends.

You could clearly hear what they were talking since Yoo Kwon’s voice was loud enough to be heard.

He ‘whispered’ something to Zico, “Hey, Jiho. Do you…like that chick?”

Zico threw him a dirty look, “What the hell are you talking about?” Kyung couldn’t help but to let out a small chuckle.

Yoo Kwon preposterously blabbered, “I know you like her, Jiho~ Don’t lie to me. I’m your best friend, right?”

Zico grew pissed by his own best friend so he smacked the back of Yoo Kwon’s head ruthlessly. Yoo Kwon shrieked in pain as all heads turned to him.

“Uh…um, it’s nothing. You guys can go back to your own work! Ha…ha?” He sheepishly looked at the other students.

When the others went back to their own routine, Yoo Kwon turned to face Zico along with a frown, “That hurts, you babo!”

Zico simply shrugged, “That’s what you get for pissing me off.”

A small giggle came out from your lips as Hyo Won scrutinized you. You shifted your gaze up to Hyo Won who was narrowing her eyes at you.

“What’s wrong?” You slanted your head to the side.

“I see you have gained interest towards him.” Hyo Won folded her arms like a boss.

With a clueless look plastered on your face, you stared at Hyo Won. *Interest towards who?*

Hyo Won somehow detected what you were thinking just by looking at your face, “You’ve gained interest towards that guy.” She pointed her index finger at Zico.

Your eyes instantly turned wide like saucers. She smirked; satisfied that she guessed it correctly. You quickly covered your face, mortified.

“Don’t worry, ~~~~~. It’s a secret between us.” She patted your head.

You lifted your head with a brightened face as she continued, “BUT!” Your face fell instantly.

“…you…” She pointed at you, “…owe me a love story.” She leaned back against her chair.

Dumbfounded, you stared at her but eventually nodded. “Oh by the way, ~~~~~, I won’t be able to accompany you during lunch time.” Hyo Won added.

“It’s okay. I’m not going anyways.” You waved your hand in the air. She nodded.

During lunch, you decided to walk around the school field. After a long leisure, you chose to rest on the nearby bleacher.

After settling down, you rested your arms on your knees. “How refreshing.” You mumbled to yourself.

“Hey.”

You were too absorbed in savoring the fresh breeze as a male voice spoke up again, “Hey, you.”

This time, you turned your head a bit to find for the owner of the voice.

It turned out to be…

Woo Jiho.

Taken aback, you scooted backward and accidentally, you slipped and fell onto the hard ground.

Watching your weird action just now, Zico raised one of his eyebrows, “What the hell are you doing?”

Feeling mortified, you ducked your head down as both of your hands covered your red face. He stooped down onto your level with his eyes that were fixed on you, “Hey, talk to me.”

You withdrew your hands warily, “S-sorry.” Bewildered, he questioned, “What for?”

“Um…” You bit your lip from being nervous. His eyes were still staring at you.

“N-never mind…”

He sighed, “Why are you like this? Did I scare you or something?”

You shook your head as you replied, “I thought you dislike me.” He slightly softened.

“I’m always like this you know. I rarely talk to anyone except for my friends so don’t misunderstand.” Zico scratched his head. *Crap, why did I tell her that?*

Automatically, a sweet smile crept upon your pink lips along with a little nod.

And that made his heart flutter. *She smiles like an angel.*

Zico was frozen for a moment but quickly regained his poker face back, “So, what are you doing here?”

You shrugged, “Just a simple stroll.” He nodded slightly.

Another wave of silence filled the air. Things were getting more awkward than ever. Luckily, Zico broke off the tension atmosphere, “Aren’t you scared?”

“Huh?” You turned your head to face him. “Aren’t you scared of me?” Zico repeated what he had just said.

“No.” You replied boldly. Dumfounded, Zico stared at you, “Y-you don’t?”

“No. I’m not afraid of you.” You curved your lips upward into a gentle smile without any hesitation.

Your words made Zico turn speechless. *Everyone is afraid of me yet she doesn’t.*

As for you, you had been longing for this moment. You thought he hated you but he didn’t. His voice made your heart flutter at the same time.

What was wrong with you?

What was this feeling?

Yet, nothing or no one seemed to have the right answer.

“RING!” The school bell went.

Your shoulders slumped in disappointment. *I want to spend more time with him.*

Zico somehow noticed your uneasiness and his mouth spontaneously moved, “You can come back if you want.”

“W-what?” Your head lifted up to look at him, surprised by his words.

Realizing what he had just said, he froze for a moment. *Damn. Did I just say that?*

“Uh…you can come back.” He then coolly said. “Really?” Excitement was burning inside you.

“Yeah.” He didn’t look at you, trying to avert an eye-contact with you.

“Okay then.” Again, you gently beamed and stood up. Before walking away, you glanced at him for the last time, “I’ll see you tomorrow.”

*Tomorrow…* Zico stared at you, “Y-yeah, sure.”

You then ran off to your class as Zico was still on his current spot, watching you walking away.

*Han ~~~~~…*

Right after mentioning your name, a small smile appeared upon his lips.

*You’re really different.*

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