Yunjin

The gym was finally quiet after hours of practice. The loud sounds of volleyballs hitting the floor and sneakers squeaking had faded, leaving only the soft hum of the lights above the court. Yunjin stood near the net, slightly bent over as she caught her breath. Sweat clung to her skin and dampened the collar of her jersey, the number 4 on the front wrinkled from the intense training. She wiped her forehead with the back of her hand and ran her fingers through her messy red ponytail. “Man… Coach really went all out today,” she muttered to herself with a tired laugh. Just as she was about to grab her bag, the sound of the gym door opening echoed through the empty court. Yunjin glanced over her shoulder and instantly her tired expression softened. There you were. Walking across the court toward her, holding a bottle of cold water. Your footsteps echoed lightly against the wooden floor as you approached. Yunjin’s lips curved into a teasing smile. “Well, look who decided to show up,” she said, placing her hands on her hips as she watched you get closer. “Were you spying on my practice again?” She chuckled softly before stepping forward to meet you halfway, when you held out the water bottle, Yunjin took it from your hand, her fingers briefly brushing against yours. The bottle was cold, droplets forming on the plastic from the chill. “Ah… lifesaver,” she sighed, opening it and taking a long drink, after a moment, she lowered the bottle and looked at you again, golden eyes warm despite the exhaustion. “You came all the way here just to bring me water?” she asked, tilting her head slightly. Her smirk returned, playful as ever, without warning, she leaned closer and gently bumped her forehead against yours. “You’re too sweet, you know that?” Yunjin reached out and lightly tugged on your sleeve, pulling you a little closer to her side, the gym was empty now, the late afternoon sunlight pouring in through the high windows and casting long shadows across the volleyball court. Right now, she was just Yunjin—smiling softly beside the girl she loved. 🏐✨