Popularity can come with many responsibilities, such as telling people what to do- and partying all the time. Queenkas...well we have to do much more than that. Of course I can't possibly focus on school when I have to worry about my reputation, right? Exactly.

“Miss Lee, I'm afraid you need to worry more about your education than your 'reputation.” Stated Principal Choi. The old man had called me into his office during lunch, probably about how lately I've been failing. Normally, in my school, if you are noticed several times about your grades dropping; the principal eventually calls you in. I never did hear what happened after that, despite my talent of finding out the dirt on people.

“Miss Lee? Sun Mi? You didn't hear me, did you?” Principal Choi sighed, taking off his glasses to massage his temples. I chuckled embarrassed, and repositioned myself in my chair.

“I'm sorry, what did you say?” I put on my innocent act, but Principal Choi just pointed to the door.

“You'll be getting a tutor to help you out in your failing subjects. He should be outside in the hallways by now. Mrs. Bang had called him to meet you. I figured you should make a study plan.” He said, returning his pointed hand to his side. Tutor? Would I have to be with a...nerd? He would most definitely embarrass me...

“Really? that’s great,” I chuckled, “I'll make sure I go meet him. Who is it, might I ask?” I smiled.

“Jang Dong Woo? He is one of our listed tutor options.” Principle Choi grinned, showing his teeth. I returned a smile, really just wanting to get out of there.

So I was going to have a tutor? No one could know...that would just be embarrassing! And Jang Dongwoo? Hmm his name didn't ring a bell, so he probably wasn't really a someone. That could be helpful...helpful with my reputation.

I walked out of the office and down the hall, completely ignoring the presence of a boy leaning against the wall.

“Sun Mi? Right?” I stopped, and turned to see the face of the voice that called me. A tall boy, was smiling at me. He had spiked brown hair, and his eyebrows were slightly charming. Surprising I hadn't seen him before, but I didn't really care. I had to get back to my friends before lunch was over. I turned back without a word, and continued walking down the abandoned hall.

“Yah! Wait!” He called, grabbing my arm. I turned around, surprised. No one had ever tugged on me, was he crazy?

“What? I have to go, I'm sorry Kid.” I said, trying to shake him off.

“You are Sun Mi, right? I'm Dongwoo.” He smiled widely at me, letting go of my arm, and bowing slightly. Oh? So this was the nerdy tutor? At least he wasn't ugly- like I imagined.

“I am, and oh...you're that Dongwoo? Well,” I looked around to see if anyone was watching. “Okay, listen. I don't really want to do this, because it could hurt my reputation, okay? So...just..lets make a plan before class starts.” Dongwoo nodded, not realizing I really just didn't want to be with him.

“Sounds good to me!” He smiled, and opened up his book. He pulled out a piece of paper, containing numbers.

“Is this your...”

“Its my cell. Since you're busy, you can just call me later. I don't usually go out a lot, so I'll be sure to pick up.” He smiled again, showing his perfect set of teeth. Part of me felt bad; he was being so nice to me, yet I was being... a .

“Um, yeah, thanks.” I nodded at him, and waved slightly before I left. As I made my way down the halls, thoughts were running through my head. So I was going to have to be with this guy for a while, obviously...but does that mean I could be seen with him? I didn't want to ruin my reputation, but of course I couldn't fail my classes. Although I didn't care about my grades as much as my social life, Dongwoo was going to help me make sure I pass this year. I didn't want to be the Queenka that didn't graduate, and I did care a bit...so maybe...maybe this tutoring thing couldn't be so bad.

----THAT NIGHT----

I threw the piece of paper Dongwoo had given me onto my bedside table. Should I call him? Maybe if I just met him at weird times-not that that boy had plans anyway- he would come out. If I did that, then I would most likely be free of any sightings by my classmates. It was decided, then.

I sat up, and casually dialed the number printed on the little piece. I tapped my fingers against my knee, listening to the rings drag on. Eventually, I heard the other line pick up.

“Hello?” Dongwoo's voice filled my ear, causing me to picture the nerdy boy smiling. I took a deep breath- so I was really going to do this?

“Hi, Dongwoo, right?” I started, “It's Sun Mi.” I figured I didn't have to be completely formal, so I left my 'greeting' at that. I could hear the excitement in his voice, as Dongwoo replied.

“Oh! Hey there!” Hey there? “I was wondering when you'd call. So,” I heard him rifling through somethings, “want to set any times?”

“Tomorrow night, 8:00, at that old people's restaurant.” I decided to throw out a random- usually not kid crowded- place. I couldn't help but smile at Dongwoo's confused voice.

“Well...okay, if you want to I guess.” With that, we ended our little phone call.

------The next day (Saturday)---

I spent my day like any other, waking up cranky, ignoring any homework, and going out with friends. The entire day, though, I couldn't help but think of my upcoming study night with Dongwoo. My friends had noticed my ongoing daze, but chose to ignore it. Whatever was bugging me, was none of their business. For this matter I truthfully wanted to keep it that way.

There were only 30 minutes left until the clock struck 8, so I decide to start heading out to the restaurant. I grabbed several books, and made my way to our meeting spot.

------Dongwoo's POV------

I smiled at myself in the mirror, and looked through my closet. I knew it was just another one of my tutoring sessions, but I never had been with a cute girl before! I felt all excited, thinking about having the Queenka's eyes on me the whole night.

There were several minutes left before I was supposed to be at the restaurant, so instead of acting like a teenage girl and gushing over what I should wear (although I had been doing that for a while), I decided to head on out.

By the time I had reached the meeting spot, Sun Mi was already seated at a table. She was sipping her lemonade through a straw, and barely noticed me as I sat down.

“Hey there, sorry if I made you wait!” I smiled at her, setting my bag down on the floor beside me. She looked up, and nodded.

“Its okay.” She replied unenthusiastic. A part of me felt a little hurt, but it was expected from someone who was so used to having to be...popular. Of course I never had to experience it. I leaned in, and patted her books.

“So, I think we should get started on this whole studying thing. I heard about how you aren't doing too well, but I can definitely help.” I smirked as she looked up.

For the next hour, Sun Mi had told me why she didn't like to study- her reputation being important to her- ad I figured out several tips for her.

“Thanks Dongwoo, I'm sorry I was mean to you.” She looked down, feeling apologetic. I shook my head and smiled.

“Don't worry, I understand it all. You're popularity could be ruined if you get held back.” I chuckled, earning a pout from her. “Also,” I added, Sun Mi looked at me. “I know...that also meeting and being seen with me could ruin it as well.” I frowned slightly hurt by my words. I knew as soon as she set the time and place. It made sense though, who would want to be seen with a nerd? A geek? A loser? Certainly not the Queenka...

“Dongwoo....I'm sorry....it was stupid.” I knew that she was apologizing, but the fact that she had to...meant that my judgment wasn't incorrect. “I got to caught up in my 'reputation', and being here tonight- seeing that kids like you aren't that bad- made me realize.

Kids like you?

Oh...

“I get it,” I smiled, and nodded. “I get it all the time. But, Sun Mi, I just hope we can get along? It would be easy to study then.” She nodded.

“But I thought we were getting along?”

“We are, which is good if we are going to have to keep this up.” I laughed, Sun Mi joining in with me.

“You know, Dongwoo...you're a nice guy.” She smiled at me, making me blush. I shrugged.

“I try to be~” And with that, our first study session ended.

----A month later, Exam Results day----

I sat back in the bench outside of the school. By now, everyone was probably crowding around the board oust side of the main office. School was over in exactly a week, so today was exam results day.

Sun Mi and I had met up several times, gradually meeting at less strange times and places, and I managed to bring her up a few grades. Although we had only studied for a month- I was confident in her final grades. Especially for her exams. As I sat outside the school, I smiled to myself, thinking of the last time I had hung out with Sun Mi.

“Dongwoo,” Sun Mi uttered, tapping my back. I looked up at her with a smile, placing my book down on the desk. I tilted my head, and questioned her. “I wanted to thank you for the past month. Without you, I don't think I could be confident in the slightest. Plus, I'm thankful that you put up with me- smiling the whole time.” She looked down, blush creeping onto her face. I chuckled and ruffled her hair. She laughed.

“I wouldn't be lying if I thought you would ace these exams, and...I would be lying if I didn't say that this was the best month of my life.”

Students began to flood out of the school, many of them celebrating and making plans to have a party. Some students were moping about, probably depressed over their grade. I prayed to God that Sun Mi wouldn't be among that crowd.

And then I saw her.

Among the mopers, stood a girl who stood up straight- stood up proud. As the others whined and complained to her, she kept a smile of accomplishment. I smiled and looked down at a little gift wrapped box in my hand.

“DONGWOO!” I looked up at the screaming person, and stood up as Sun Mi ran towards me at full speed. She didn't notice the stairs of the student body as she jumped and wrapped her arms around my neck. I hugged her back, laughing quietly as she squeezed. She pulled back slightly and smiled at me warmly. After all the time we had spent together, that smile had started to become an obsession to me. I loved when it appeared- because part of me knew that it was hiding for many years.

“Dongwoo, I passed!” She grinned, jumping off of me. I laughed and patted her head.

“That's what I guessed.” I chuckled, handing her the little box I was still holding. She looked at it surprised, and as she untied the ribbon, I glanced around at all the eyes watching us. I felt slightly embarrassed.

“For me-” She took in a sharp breath at the sight of a Gold pin in the shape of an A+. She looked up at me and smiled. “Dongwoo, thank you. You have to be the best person in the world to care about me this much.” She said, her voice full of sincerity. I shrugged, and chuckled.

“You earned it, now go on and party with your friends. They seem to be waiting confused.” I said, as we both turned and looked at the group of girls who had been sulking moments before. One of them walked up to us.

“Yah...Sun Mi...whats going on here? Why are you talking to this loser?” The girl asked, her glare at me completely noticeable. “Oh!” She looked at the pin that Sun Mi was now wearing. “Did he give that to you? Nice try buddy, but she wont fall for some guy like you. Nerds aren't our thing.” She spat at me, reaching for Sun Mi's arm. Sun Mi jerked away.

“YAH!” She yelled, once again earning the eyes of all the students still at the school. He friend was baffled. “He may not be in our group of people, but Dongwoo is the only one here that understands me.” Sun Mi stated, her glare powering up. He friend backed up at bit, I could tell she was intimidated. “I'm tired of caring about my reputation, and by all means I don't care if you guys ditch me along with it. This guy here,” She linked arms with me, causing me to blush. “Spent weeks trying to make me smart- as well as trying to make me see the world through his eyes.” And with one last glare, she turned and dragged me along with her.

I couldn't help but smile as Sun Mi brought me along with her, as she tried to calm down from her fury. She adjusted the pin on her sweater, and walked with her head held high.

“You know, Dongwoo, I never liked the title Queenka.”

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