As I zipped up my backpack, I couldn't shake off the feeling that someone was watching me. I glanced up at the window, but the blinds were closed, and the classroom was quiet. I shrugged it off, thinking it was just my imagination.
But as I turned back to grab my water bottle, I could've sworn I saw a shadowy figure lurking just beyond the edge of the window. My heart skipped a beat as I spun around, but there was no one there. The classroom was empty, except for me.
I tried to focus on packing up my things, but my eyes kept drifting back to the window. It was then that I remembered Beom Seok had basketball practice today and wouldn't be able to walk me home like he usually did.
And then Joon Woo's words came flooding back: "I've noticed someone following you for the past two days."
My heart skipped a beat as I realized that I might be in danger. I slowly backed away from the door, my eyes scanning the room for any sign of movement.
That's when I saw it - a slight rustling of the curtains near the window. My breath caught in my throat as I tried to process what was happening.
Suddenly, the lights in the classroom began to flicker, and I felt a chill run down my spine. I knew I had to get out of there, fast.
I turned and made a dash for the door, but as I reached for the handle, I felt a hand grab my shoulder, spinning me around...
As I spun around, I expected to see a stranger's face, but instead, I found myself looking into Joon Woo's piercing eyes. His grip on my shoulder tightened, and he pulled me close, his face inches from mine.
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"What happened, Eun Ae? You look horrified," Joon Woo said, his voice laced with concern. "Did something happen?"
I pointed towards the window, my hand trembling. "I think someone was watching me from there," I whispered.
Joon Woo's eyes immediately darted towards the window, his expression darkening. He quickly scanned the area before turning back to me.
" No no-one was there ..."Let's get out of here," he said, his voice firm and protective.
As he led me out of the classroom, his hand still on my shoulder, I felt a sense of relief wash over me. But I couldn't shake off the feeling that we were being watched, even as we left the room behind.
Joon Woo's grip on my shoulder tightened, as if he sensed my fear. "I'm here, Eun Ae. I won't let anything happen to you."
I looked up at him, his eyes locked onto mine, and felt a flutter in my chest. Was it fear, or something else?
As we walked out of the classroom, Joon Woo asked, "What were you doing in there, Eun Ae? Class ended hours ago."
I shrugged, feeling a bit embarrassed. "I was just finishing up some homework. I lost track of time."
