"When Loves Started"..

part-11

As the school day drew to a close, students flooded out of the classrooms, eager to head home. Beom Seok and Eun Ae walked together, chatting about their day. Eun Ae couldn't help but feel a little disappointed that she hadn't seen Joon Woo since lunch. She had grown accustomed to his presence, and his absence left a void.

Beom Seok, on the other hand, was struggling with his own thoughts. He knew he couldn't keep Eun Ae from Joon Woo forever, but the thought of losing his dear friend was unbearable.

Just then, Beom Seok's phone buzzed, breaking the silence. He answered the call, listening intently to the voice on the other end. His expression turned serious as he nodded, saying, "Yes, Father. I understand."

After disconnecting the call, Beom Seok turned to Eun Ae with a hesitant expression. "I'm sorry, Eun Ae. I won't be able to walk you home today. My dad needs me for something urgent."

Eun Ae looked at him, slightly surprised. "Oh, okay. Bye, then. Take care."

Beom Seok nodded and quickly turned away, leaving Eun Ae to wonder what was going on. She watched as he disappeared into the crowd, feeling a pang of concern for her friend. Little did she know, Beom Seok's departure was only the beginning of a series of events that would change everything.

Eun Ae walked alone, the empty road stretching out before her like a deserted canvas. The silence was oppressive, making her feel like she was being watched. She quickened her pace, her heart beating slightly faster with every step

Suddenly, she heard the sound of footsteps behind her. She tensed, her senses on high alert. She looked back, and her breath caught in her throat. A boy was following her, dressed in all black, his face hidden behind a mask.

Eun Ae's instincts screamed at her to run. She grabbed her phone and dialed a number, without seeing her fingers shaking slightly..

Eun Ae's feet pounded the pavement as she ran, her heart racing with fear. She didn't dare look back, fearing what she might see. Suddenly, a hand reached out and grabbed her arm, spinning her around.

She tried to struggle, but the grip was too strong. Just as she was about to scream, she was pulled into a tight hug. A familiar voice whispered in her ear, "Calm down, Eun Ae. You're safe now."

Joon Woo's arms wrapped around her, holding her close as she trembled with fear. She felt his warmth, his comfort, and his protection. Slowly, her racing heart began to calm down.

Eun Ae looked up at Joon Woo, her eyes locking onto his. She saw concern, care, and a hint of something more. For a moment, they just stared at each other, the world around them melting away.

Joon Woo stroked her hair, holding her tight. "What happened?" he asked, his voice gentle.

Eun Ae took a deep breath, trying to process everything. "I was walking home, and a boy...he was following me. I was so scared!"

"Who was he did you saw his face".joon woo said getting serious"no he was , wearing mask something.

Joon Woo's grip tightened, his expression darkening. "I won't let anyone hurt you, Eun Ae. I promise."

As they stood there, Eun Ae felt a sense of safety she had never felt before. She knew that Joon Woo would protect her, no matter what.

Then, Joon Woo's face softened, and he smiled. "You're safe now," he repeated, his voice full of reassurance.

Eun Ae nodded, still trying to process what had just happened. But as she looked into Joon Woo's eyes, she knew that she was exactly where she was meant to be.

As they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, Eun Ae felt a sense of security she had never felt before. She knew that Joon Woo would protect her from harm, and that thought filled her with a warm, fuzzy feeling inside.

Joon Woo's grip on her tightened, and he pulled her closer. "I was so scared when I saw you running," he whispered, his breath tickling her ear. "I thought something terrible had happened to you."

Eun Ae's heart skipped a beat at his words. No one had ever been so concerned about her safety before. She felt a flutter in her chest, and suddenly, she realized that her feelings for Joon Woo went far beyond friendship.

"Let's go to my home" joon woo said holding her hand..

Eun Ae's heart skipped a beat at Joon Woo's offer. She wanted to spend more time with him, but she hesitated, unsure if she should go to his home.

"I...I don't know," she stammered.

Joon Woo's grip on her tightened. "No, you can't go home," he said, his voice firm. "The stalker might be there too. Come with me, to my home. You'll be safe there."

Eun Ae's eyes widened in surprise. She hadn't expected Joon Woo to invite her to his home. But as she looked into his concerned eyes, she knew she could trust him.

"O-okay," she agreed, her voice barely above a whisper.

Joon Woo smiled, relief washing over his face. "Good," he said, his voice softening. "Let's go."

He took her hand, and they walked together, their footsteps synchronized. Eun Ae felt a sense of comfort and security with Joon Woo by her side. She knew she was making the right decision.