DILEMMA

7

"This is the gymnasium where the boys often play basketball." You explained, watching as Sana looked around the spacious room. As she spotted a ball on the floor, she swiftly picked it up and smoothly shot it through the basket.

Turning to you with a smile, Sana teased, "Impressed with the shot? That was just for you." She winked playfully as you merely sighed, moving towards the door with Sana trailing behind. "No thank you?" She questioned, catching up to you.

You stayed silent, continuing the tour as she peppered you with irrelevant questions. You obliged her when it came to inquiries about the school and its clubs.

"And here’s your classroom." You announced, leading her to the door.

Peering inside, Sana noticed the students falling silent as they caught sight of her. Locking eyes with you, she expressed her gratitude, "Thanks for the tour today. I owe you lunch?"

"No need, just following your father's orders." You replied before excusing yourself and departing.

As you left, Sana observed you walking away before entering the classroom where whispers began circulating upon her arrival. Focused on befriending you, she ignored the muttering around her.

"Hey," a voice interrupted her thoughts, and she turned to find a boy smiling and waving at her. Curious, she regarded him as he awkwardly mentioned, "I’ve heard about you. Being the owner's daughter makes you quite popular here."

Sana sighed inwardly. It seemed this year would be filled with such interactions.

"I know Y/N, the girl you were with earlier." He continued. Sana's eyebrows rose in interest.

"What can you tell me about her?" She inquired.

"Well, she’s pretty much the face of the school. People admire her for her looks and call her the school model." The boy explained.

"Do you know about her boyfriend?" Sana prodded.

"Beomgyu? He's a stand-up guy. Their relationship surprised many when it came out." The boy shared. Sana's eyes rolled dismissively.

"He’s a 'good guy,' huh? I’ll go punch him if I hear that one more time—"

"Y/N and Beomgyu have been together for quite a while now, it was like six months ago."

"What else have you picked up about her?" Sana pressed.

"Well, she enjoys outings in parks and loves animals, both cats and dogs. Sweets are her weakness and don't bug her unless you want trouble, and she's big on physical affection—cuddles, kisses, holding hands. Also, she has a thing for dark colors and adores receiving gifts." He rattled off.

Sana's gaze widened in surprise. "That's quite a detailed list." She remarked.

The boy blushed, a wide grin spreading across his face. "Of course, I should know—I really like her." He admitted proudly.

But Sana found herself displeased by his confession.

-

"Damn you, Jennie." She muttered under her breath as she glared at someone from afar. You followed her gaze and saw her fix on Jennie.

Looking at Lisa, you inquired, "What's going on?" She clenched her fist and met your gaze with evident anger. "She's a stalker." Lisa seethed.

"You mentioned that the police didn't see her at the scene, only finding the hoodie left behind," you recalled. Lisa nodded grimly. "They're trying to figure out who the hoodie belongs to, and all signs I could think of is Jennie." She shot another sharp look in Jennie's direction.

"But what if it's not Jennie?" You proposed.

Lisa furrowed her brow, dismissing the idea. "That's nonsense, Y/N."

"There are plenty of students and people in town capable of doing creepy things."

"Don't focus on one person, Lisa. Focus on suspicious people close to you, it could be me, well not me I'm not a stalker or other in our circle of friends." You suggested.

As Jisoo entered the frame, taking a seat beside you, she chimed in, "Maybe she's the suspect." You turned to Jisoo, puzzled. She raised an eyebrow, asserting, "What suspect? I haven't done anything wrong."

"Yeah? Where were you last night? Why aren't you replying in our group chat?" You asked.

"I was studying for today's Biology test." Jisoo explained.

"We have a test today?" Lisa queried incredulously. Jisoo confirmed, "Ms. Park informed us a week ago. Don't tell me you two forgot about it." Astonished, you and Lisa exchanged glances.

"You guys are idiots." Jisoo sighed, shaking her head.

"I was at the police station yesterday, that's why I forgot." Lisa disclosed. Concerned, Jisoo probed, "What happened?" Lisa's gaze darted back to Jennie, who sat with her friends, eyeing Lisa silently as her friends talked.

"Somebody stalked me last night on my way home."

"That's disturbing." Jisoo remarked.

As they continued their discussion, your attention was diverted by a ringing phone. Glancing at your device, you saw your father calling. "I'll just take this call." You excused yourself, moving to a quiet spot to answer.

"Hey, papa," You answered.

"Yes, mama left for the market."

"I'm sure she'll be back soon. You can call her to check where she is. I'm at school."

"Alright, bye." Ending the call, you pocketed your phone and turned to rejoin the others. However, a voice called your name, causing you to halt and turn to see a girl approaching you.

"Hey," You greeted, walking over to meet her.

"Do you need something, Minji?" You inquired.

"No, I just wanted to share something. I need to get this off my chest, and I have no intentions on breaking up between you and Beomgyu." She takes deep breaths.

"I really like you."