The Hoodie Boy || Yang Jungwon

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Y/n's ears perked up as her friend began to talk about a mysterious boy in their class. She couldn't help but feel curious, especially since she prided herself on being friendly and approachable to everyone in the school.

"Who are you talking about?" Y/n asked, leaning forward in her seat.

"The one who always wears a hoodie and a mask," her friend replied. "He doesn't talk to anyone, not even the teachers."

Y/n's heart sank at the thought of someone feeling so isolated and alone. She knew she had to do something to help.

Without hesitating, Y/n stood up from her seat and made her way over to the boy's desk. She sat down next to him, her smile warm and welcoming.

"Hi there," she said softly. "My name is Y/n. I noticed that you've been keeping to yourself a lot lately. Is everything okay?"

The boy didn't even glance in her direction, his gaze fixed firmly on his desk. Y/n could feel the tension in the air, but she refused to give up.

"I know it can be hard to talk to people sometimes," she continued, her voice gentle. "But I want you to know that you're not alone. If you ever need someone to talk to, I'm here for you."

Still, the boy remained silent. Y/n sighed softly, realizing that this would be a long journey. But she was determined to help him in any way she could.

As the class continued, Y/n kept stealing glances at the boy, hoping he would eventually open up to her. She knew it wouldn't be easy, but she was willing to put in the effort. After all, everyone deserved to feel seen and heard, especially in a place like high school.

~ Time skip ~

Y/n felt a sense of disappointment as she watched the boy in the hoodie and mask remain seated at his desk while the rest of the class rushed out for lunch. She couldn't help but wonder what was going on in his life that had caused him to become so withdrawn.

As she walked out of the classroom with her friends Kyujin and Eunchae, Y/n found herself lost in thought. She wanted to help the boy, but she didn't want to push too hard and make him feel uncomfortable.

Kyujin noticed Y/n's troubled expression and nudged her gently. "Are you okay?" she asked.

Y/n nodded, forcing a smile. "Yeah, I'm fine. Just thinking about that boy in class."

Eunchae frowned. "It's weird that he never talks to anyone. Do you think something's wrong with him?"

"I don't know," Y/n replied honestly. "But I want to help him if I can. I just don't want to make things worse."

Kyujin nodded. "Maybe you should talk to him again tomorrow. But for now, let's grab some lunch. I'm starving."

Y/n smiled, grateful for her friends' support. They made their way to the school cafeteria, chatting and laughing as they went. But even as they enjoyed their food and company, Y/n couldn't shake the feeling that there was something she needed to do.

As lunchtime came to a close and the students began to file back into their classrooms, Y/n hung back for a moment. She glanced back at the boy in the hoodie and mask, still sitting alone at his desk. She wanted to reach out to him, to let him know that someone cared.

But for now, she decided to give him some space. With a heavy heart, she turned and walked towards her next class, determined to find a way to help him.

Y/n walked to her next class with Kyujin and Eunchae by her side, but her thoughts were still consumed by the boy in the hoodie and mask. She couldn't stop thinking about how lonely he looked, sitting all by himself in the classroom.

"Are you okay?" Kyujin asked, noticing the worried expression on Y/n's face.

Y/n sighed. "I'm just worried about that boy in class. I wish there was something I could do to help him."

Eunchae put a reassuring hand on Y/n's shoulder. "You've already done more than most people would. You reached out to him and offered him your support. That's a lot more than anyone else has done."

Y/n smiled faintly, appreciating her friends' encouragement. "I just don't want him to feel alone," she said softly.

As they entered their next class, Y/n couldn't help but feel distracted. She kept glancing back towards the previous classroom, wondering if the boy was still there. She wanted to go back and check on him, but she knew she couldn't abandon her responsibilities as class president.

Instead, Y/n tried to focus on the lesson in front of her, but her mind kept wandering back to the boy in the hoodie and mask. She couldn't shake the feeling that there was more she could do to help him.

After class ended, Y/n gathered her things and made her way towards the door. But before she could leave, her teacher called out to her.

"Y/n, can I speak with you for a moment?"

Y/n nodded, feeling a sense of apprehension. She wondered if she had done something wrong.

As the other students filed out of the classroom, Y/n remained behind, waiting for her teacher to speak.

"I just wanted to say how impressed I am with the work you've been doing as class president," her teacher said, smiling warmly. "You're always so kind and helpful to everyone, and it's making a real difference in the school community."

Y/n felt a surge of pride and gratitude. She was glad to know that her efforts were appreciated.

"Thank you, sir," she replied. "I just want to do my best to make a positive impact."

Her teacher nodded. "I have no doubt that you will. Keep up the great work, Y/n."

Feeling buoyed by her teacher's praise, Y/n made her way out of the classroom and towards her next class. But even as she walked, her mind was still consumed by thoughts of the boy in the hoodie and mask. She knew she had to find a way to help him, no matter what it took.

~ Time skip ~

As Y/n walked out of the school with Kyujin and Eunchae, she saw the boy in the hoodie and mask walking out too, his head still down and his face covered. She felt a pang of sadness in her heart, knowing that he was still alone and isolated.

She wanted to go up to him and talk to him, but she didn't want to make him feel uncomfortable or stressed. She knew that forcing him to interact with her might do more harm than good.

"Maybe we should just leave him alone for now," Kyujin suggested, noticing the conflicted expression on Y/n's face. "He might need some time to himself."

Y/n nodded slowly, knowing that her friend was right. She didn't want to push the boy too much or make him feel like he was being watched.

"I just wish there was something we could do to help him," Y/n said, her voice heavy with emotion. "He looks so lonely and sad."

Eunchae put a comforting arm around Y/n's shoulder. "I know, Y/n. But sometimes, the best thing we can do is give people space and time to come to us on their own."

Y/n smiled weakly, appreciating her friend's support. She knew that Eunchae was right. She couldn't force the boy to open up to her, but she could let him know that she was there for him if and when he needed her.

As they walked towards their respective homes, Y/n couldn't shake the feeling of unease in her heart. She kept thinking about the boy in the hoodie and mask, wondering how he was doing and if he was okay.

Despite her worries, Y/n knew that she had done everything she could for the day. She had reached out to the boy, offered him her support, and given him space when he needed it. She could only hope that he would be able to find the help and support he needed in his own time.