Do you like me?[bl]

Nire, a university student and part-time worker at a famous cafe in Seoul, has always struggled with low self-esteem, particularly regarding his appearance. This issue was further amplified when his crush rejected him, leading him to develop a belief that he was not deserving of a romantic partner. However, when Nire's parents faced financial difficulties due to a global pandemic, he was fortunate to receive a half-funded scholarship from a prestigious university in Seoul. Recognizing this as an opportunity to create a better future for himself, Nire decided to seize it. Due to the partial funding of his scholarship, Nire found himself needing to work at Yours and Mine Cafe in Seoul. The cafe's main draw was its staff of exceptionally attractive individuals. Although Nire felt compelled to hide his face behind a mask, he had no other choice but to accept this job. One fateful evening, Si Si’U, a renowned K-pop star and member of the group Destiny, entered the cafe. The room erupted with excitement and adoration as everyone, except for Nire, clamored for Si Si’U's attention. Si Si’U, accustomed to receiving adoration throughout his life, developed an unexpected curiosity about Nire. Despite Nire's efforts to ignore the star, his reserved and enigmatic nature piqued Si Si’U's interest. Gradually, Si Si’U began to notice Nire amidst the bustling cafe, which ultimately led him to approach Nire one evening with a pressing question. "Do you like me?" Si Si’U inquired, his eyes reflecting a mixture of hope and vulnerability. As Nire's heart raced in response to Si Si’U's unexpected query, he became torn between his deep affection for Si Si’U and the knowledge that his family would never accept him being in a same-sex relationship. Nire grappled with the weight of societal expectations and the potential consequences of revealing his true feelings.