To Julie

Joo-won, a diligent high school student, shoulders the weight of his family’s survival. His days are a relentless cycle of studying and part-time work, all to secure a future he desperately strives for. His unwavering dedication earns him a coveted transfer to the elite Hana High School, a golden opportunity to escape his harsh reality. But the moment he steps into its hallowed halls, his carefully constructed world begins to unravel. A mysterious ‘pink wind’ — an undeniable, captivating presence — pulls his focus away from his studies. And then there’s Julie, a name he utters with a mix of anxiety and longing. Is she the destiny he never anticipated, or a dangerous distraction from his dreams? Will Joo-won choose the path of ambition he’s always known, or surrender to a fate he can’t comprehend? Discover his choice in Chapter 1!