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04

Riwoo's POV:

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I walked into school with a spring in my step, feeling more confident than yesterday. I spotted Taerae waving at me from across the room and grinned, making my way over to him.

"Hey, man! What's up?" Taerae asked, as I sat down beside him.

"Not much, just ready for another day," I replied, trying to sound casual.

As I chatted with Taerae, I couldn't help but sneak glances at Jaehyun, who was sitting across the room. Our eyes met of course, and I felt a blush form on my face. I quickly looked away, trying to focus on Taerae's conversation.

But I could sense Jaehyun's gaze on me, making my skin prickle. I tried to brush it off, telling myself I was just being paranoid.

Yet, the feeling persisted, leaving me wondering if Jaehyun was indeed watching me...

As I tried to focus on Taerae's words, my mind kept drifting back to Jaehyun. Why was I so aware of him? Why did I feel this... flutter in my chest when our eyes met?

I shook my head, trying to clear the thoughts. I was straight, I reminded myself. I had never been attracted to a guy before. And yet...

I couldn't deny the sensation that had been building since yesterday. It was as if my body was reacting to Jaehyun's presence in a way I couldn't control.

But what did it mean? I barely knew the guy! And even if I did, I shouldn't be feeling this way.

I felt a wave of confusion wash over me. Was I really considering the possibility that I might be... attracted to Jaehyun?

No, I told myself firmly. I was just being ridiculous. I needed to focus on my friendships, not get caught up in some weird crush on a guy I barely knew.

But as I glanced over at Jaehyun, I couldn't shake off the feeling that my mind was trying to tell me something...

I pushed aside my confusing thoughts and focused on Taerae's conversation. We chatted about our shared love of anime and manga, and I found myself laughing and relaxing in his presence.

At lunchtime, our group gathered in the cafeteria, and I was grateful for the distraction. We joked and teased each other, and I felt a sense of belonging that I hadn't experienced in a long time.

But every so often, my gaze would drift over to Jaehyun, who was sitting across from me. I couldn't help but notice the way his eyes crinkled at the corners when he smiled or the way his hair fell across his forehead.

I felt a weird sensation, and quickly looked away, trying to shake off the sensation. What was wrong with me?

Taerae nudged me with his elbow. "Hey, Riwoo, you okay? You seem a bit spaced out."

I forced a smile. "Yeah, I'm fine. Just tired, I guess."

Taerae raised an eyebrow but didn't push the issue. I was grateful for that. I didn't know how to explain what I was feeling, even to myself.

As I tried to shake off my confusing thoughts, I couldn't help but wonder what Jaehyun was thinking. Did he notice me staring at him? Did he feel the same strange connection that I did?

I glanced over at him, trying to read his expression. He was chatting with Taesan, laughing and smiling, but his eyes flickered towards me for a moment.

I felt a jolt of electricity run through my body. Had he just...?

Jaehyun's gaze returned to Taesan, and I was left wondering if I had imagined the whole thing.