Learning to play

Ukulele

Jinhwan was always a person who could mesmerize people with just a smile or a stare. You were no exception. That moment when he smiled your way, you knew your heart was now beating for him.

He's someone you'd never thought you had the chance to see or talk to had he not been the friendliest man alive. He knows that his charms are well received by many and thus he makes it a point to show people that he also has a pure heart, contrary to popular belief. As a person who's adored by many, people believed that he stood out as a flirt. But as a matter of fact, he's just a splash of rainbow in the brightness of the day.

People keep focusing on the fact that he continuously talks to people and misunderstand that as flirting. In truth, he values communication with others as it's his way of knowing more people and learning more about other's experiences in life.

They also think that with his status as being single, he's free to go around and break people's hearts. He's had so many rumors, both good and bad, that you felt wary of him.

And yet, you can't help but fall for him. The way his face lit up when he recognized the instrument you were playing. The way his smile lightened your weary heart.

"If you find it difficult, I can lend a hand." His offer blew you away. How could one be so perfect?

"You... know how to play?" Wonder surrounded your own question. Could he be any more perfect?

"I know how to play different instruments... It's a hobby." Answering bashfully with a puff of pink on his cheeks. He was a child in your eyes at that moment. A smile crept out of your lips and before realizing it, you were nodding with enthusiasm as you accepted his offer.

"I'd love to learn. It's been so hard on my own." You confessed, bravely showing your struggle to him.

Jinhwan introduced himself before confirming your identity, "I'm Kim Jinhwan. And you're (y/n), right?"

If your memory served you right, the two of you only met once when both of you were called to the faculty room to get the hand outs for your respective classes. You can't believe he remembered your name, let alone remember you.

"I..." You started, unsure what to utter. "I'm surprised you remembered me." Speaking your mind, unsure why he'd remember you.

"I have a really good memory. I think it's passed down in our family. Odd isn't it?" His voice sounded sad and you knew it wasn't how he says it to be.

"That's amazing, actually. I tend to forget people's names, but I remember their faces." You bragged, feeling quite proud of the fact that you can at least remember people's faces.

He showed his pearly whites, striking your heart. Maybe it wasn't such a good idea to make him smile, it wasn't really good for your heart.

"Thanks. I need to get going but would you be here again? I'll swing by to help you!" His voice bounced back again to that sweet one you heard before. There was happiness in it.

Smiling and feeling contented, you nod. He returns it and waves his hand goodbye before turning away and leaving.

You were quite amazed to see him passing by the back gardens. People rarely pass by here that's why you chose to practice in this place. The quiet nature surrounding the area and sitting by the grass along the trees calmed you whenever you had to practice. Yet, he suddenly found you.

The moment he left, you started thinking about the rumors you heard. Maybe it wasn't true that he was such a flirt. Given that he offered to help you when you're in trouble, you feel quite embarrassed that you were wary of him.