All Of Us Are Dead - Su Hyeok

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Su Hyeok smiles, the charm of his dimples on full display. "I just didn't expect that you have that in you," he says, his voice filled with a mix of surprise and admiration. "You've always been the soft-spoken and demure girl. Even though we practically grew up together, I haven't seen this side of you."

His words hang in the air, a testament to the depth of his observation and the transformation he perceives in you. It’s a moment of revelation, a glimpse into the complexity of your character that he hadn’t seen before. His smile, his words, his surprise - they all speak volumes about his growing understanding of you.

His eyes, usually so full of life, seem clouded with a hint of sadness. "But then, you transferred somewhere else," he continues, his voice barely above a whisper. "And now, after a year, here you are. We didn't get much chance to catch up, and I... I just want you to know that everyone missed you. We missed your laughter, your kindness, the light you bring into our lives."

He pauses, swallowing hard, as if the words are difficult to say. "I missed you," he admits to himself his voice choked with emotion and low so I can't hear the last words. "More than I thought I would. More than I thought I could." His confession hangs in the air, a testament to the depth of his feelings. His eyes meet yours, raw and honest, and in that moment, you understand the magnitude of what he's just shared.

"I know I ran this far from the zombies but I'm the daughter of a military general and a politician, what else would you expect?" I say, a smirk playing on my lips.

Su Hyeok's eyes widen in surprise, his heart pounding in his chest. His gaze involuntarily drops to my lips, a momentary distraction before he quickly blinks, pulling himself back to reality. It's not the time for this, Su Hyeok, he admonishes himself internally. He needs to stay focused, to keep his emotions in check. But it's clear, the revelation has left him flustered, his usual composure slightly shaken. He takes a deep breath, steadying his racing heart, reminding himself of the situation at hand. Yet, despite his efforts, the image of my smirk, the sound of my confident declaration, lingers in his mind, a testament to the unexpected complexity of my character. It's a side of me he hadn't anticipated, and it leaves him intrigued, his curiosity piqued. He can't help but wonder what other surprises I might have in store.

"If everything spirals into chaos, can you promise me that you'll survive?" Su Hyeok's voice is barely a whisper, his words heavy with emotion. He knows he's challenging fate with his question, but there's a part of him, a hopeful part, that clings to the possibility. He hopes that somewhere within me, even if it's the smallest fraction, there's a chance that I might recognize his feelings.

His eyes search mine, a silent plea etched in their depths. He's hoping for a sign, a hint of recognition, a glimmer of understanding. But I remain oblivious, unaware of the turmoil within him. His feelings, so raw and real, go unnoticed, lost in the chaos of our situation.

His heart pounds in his chest, a rhythm of hope and fear. He's laid his feelings bare, exposed his vulnerability, all in the hope that I might understand, that I might reciprocate. But I remain oblivious, caught up in my own world, my own fears.

His question isn't just about survival, it's about connection, about holding onto what matters most, even when everything else is falling apart. And in that moment, I understand the magnitude of his question, the weight of the promise he's asking me to make. It's a promise of survival, of resilience, but most importantly, it's a promise of hope.

Yet, despite his heartfelt confession, I remain oblivious. His feelings, so raw and real, go unnoticed. His hope, so fragile and precious, remains unacknowledged. And as he watches me, his heart pounding in his chest, he can't help but wonder if I'll ever understand, if I'll ever recognize the depth of his feelings.