The Hoodie Boy || Yang Jungwon

#4

Y/n, Kyujin, and Eunchae sat down in their seats and started chatting about their plans for the weekend. Jungwon observed them from the back of the classroom, his hood and mask still covering his face. He couldn't help but feel a little curious about what they were talking about, but he knew he shouldn't let his guard down.

As the class started, Y/n glanced over at Jungwon's direction and caught his eye. She gave him a small smile, hoping to make him feel a little more comfortable. Jungwon quickly looked away and pretended to be immersed in his book.

Y/n couldn't help but feel a little discouraged. She wanted to help Jungwon, but he seemed to be shutting himself out from everyone, including her and her friends. She wondered if there was anything she could do to make him open up to them.

The class continued, and Y/n's mind wandered as she tried to come up with a plan. Suddenly, an idea struck her. She would ask the school counselor for advice on how to approach Jungwon and help him.

Y/n turned to her friends and whispered her plan to them. They both agreed that it was a good idea, and they decided to approach the counselor together during their lunch break. Maybe with the counselor's help, they could find a way to reach out to Jungwon and make him feel more comfortable around them.

~ Time skip ~

The school counselor listened attentively as Y/n, Kyujin, and Eunchae explained their concerns about Jungwon's isolation and their desire to help him. The counselor nodded understandingly and began to offer some advice.

"Firstly, it's important to remember that everyone deals with difficult emotions in different ways," the counselor said. "Jungwon may be isolating himself for a reason that is personal to him. Secondly, it's important to approach him with empathy and understanding. Try to put yourselves in his shoes and think about how he might be feeling."

Y/n, Kyujin, and Eunchae listened carefully to the counselor's words, taking notes as she spoke. They were determined to help Jungwon in the best way possible.

The counselor continued, "One way to approach him is to simply ask how he's doing, without any pressure or expectations. Let him know that you're there for him if he ever wants to talk. It may take time, but eventually, he may feel comfortable opening up to you."

The three girls nodded in agreement, feeling more hopeful and determined to help Jungwon. They thanked the counselor and left the office, ready to put her advice into action.

~ outside of the school ~

Y/n, Kyujin, and Eunchae exchanged worried looks as they watched Jungwon disappear from their sight. They had tried so hard to approach him gently and make him feel comfortable, but it seemed like they were only making him more anxious.

"What should we do now?" Kyujin asked, her voice laced with concern.

"I don't know," Y/n replied, feeling frustrated. "We can't just give up on him, though. He obviously needs someone to talk to."

Eunchae nodded in agreement. "Maybe we should try a different approach. What if we write him a letter and leave it for him to read?"

The other girls looked at Eunchae, considering her idea. It seemed like a good plan. They could express their concern for Jungwon and let him know that they were there for him without overwhelming him in person.

"Let's do it," Y/n said, determined. "We'll write the letter and leave it for him tomorrow."

The other girls nodded in agreement, feeling hopeful that this would be the breakthrough they needed to reach out to Jungwon.

~With Jungwon ~

Jungwon sat there in the library, his heart racing as he tried to calm himself down. He had never been good with social situations, and the encounter with Y/n, Kyujin, and Eunchae had left him feeling overwhelmed and panicked. He had to get away and find a quiet place to be alone.

As he sat in the corner, he began to flip through a book on the shelf next to him, hoping it would take his mind off things. But his thoughts kept returning to the three girls who had been trying to talk to him.

He knew that they were trying to be kind, that they were worried about him, but the thought of opening up to them made him feel vulnerable and exposed. He had built up walls around himself to protect himself from the world, and he wasn't sure he was ready to tear them down.

As the break came to an end, Jungwon reluctantly got up and made his way back to class, still feeling uneasy. He knew that he couldn't avoid the girls forever, but the idea of facing them again made him feel sick to his stomach.

He sat at his desk, staring at the blackboard in front of him, not really paying attention to the lesson. He was lost in his own thoughts, trying to figure out what he should do next. Should he try to talk to the girls? Should he keep hiding?

The bell rang, signaling the end of the school day, and Jungwon packed up his things quickly, not wanting to be the last one out of the classroom. As he made his way through the crowded halls, he felt a sense of relief wash over him. The school day was over, and he was free to go home and be alone.

But as he reached the front doors of the school, he saw Y/n, Kyujin, and Eunchae waiting for him. His heart sank, and he wondered how he was going to get out of this one.

Y/n immediately noticed Jungwon's distress and backed away, giving him some space. "Jungwon, we're sorry if we've been making you feel uncomfortable," she said gently. "We just wanted to talk to you and get to know you better. Is there anything we can do to make you feel more at ease?"

Jungwon looked at them warily, still backed up against the wall. "I don't want to talk," he muttered. "I don't like attention. Please just leave me alone."

Y/n nodded sympathetically. "We understand that you value your privacy, and we'll respect that," she said. "But we just want you to know that if you ever need anyone to talk to or if you're going through anything, we're here for you. You don't have to go through things alone."

Jungwon seemed to soften slightly at her words, but he still looked guarded. "Thanks," he mumbled before walking away quickly.

The girls watched him go, feeling a mix of disappointment and sympathy. They didn't want to push Jungwon too much, but they also wanted to help him in any way they could. It was a difficult balance to strike, but they were determined to find a way to reach out to him without causing him more stress or anxiety.

~ With the girls ~

Y/n couldn't shake off the feeling of helplessness as she watched Jungwon disappear from sight. She knew that he was struggling with social anxiety and it was evident that he was uncomfortable around people. But she also knew that she couldn't just give up on him.

As she walked home with Kyujin and Eunchae, she couldn't help but think about what else they could do to help Jungwon. Suddenly, an idea hit her.

"Guys, I think I know how we can help Jungwon," she said, excitement evident in her voice.

Kyujin and Eunchae looked at her expectantly, curious about her idea.

"What if we start a club for students who have social anxiety or find it hard to interact with others?" Y/n suggested.

"That's a great idea!" Eunchae exclaimed, "We could create a safe space for students like Jungwon where they can feel comfortable and supported."

Kyujin nodded in agreement, "And we could get the school counselor to help us promote the club and encourage students to join."

Y/n smiled, feeling hopeful for the first time since they met Jungwon. She knew that starting a club would not only help Jungwon but also other students who were struggling with social anxiety. She felt determined to make this work, to create a community where students could feel accepted and understood.

"Let's do this," she said, with a newfound sense of purpose.