Preparing for the Sports Festival
Midterms had just ended.>
It was my first exam since entering high school, and I was incredibly nervous. But the report card I received was decent, to be honest.>
Sia was over the moon about her own score, which was even better than she had aimed for.>
But then Sia told me she had gotten such high marks because of me.>
LT__strong>“Siwoo explained it super simply!!”
Of course she was just trying to make me feel good… but I still felt incredibly proud.>
We had safely gotten through midterms, and what was left was the final task.>
LT__strong>“Okay, then today’s class meeting is about preparing for the sports festival. Class rep, come on up and run it.”
LT__strong>“Yes.”
The sports festival was still ahead of us.>
The moment the word “sports festival” was mentioned, a spark lit up the eyes of the class, which had been a little listless.>
LT__strong>“Alright… then first, let’s decide on class uniforms…”
LT__strong>“Class uniforms first!!”
LT__strong>“Yeah yeah!”
LT__strong>“What should we do?”
Before the class rep could speak, the kids started shouting about choosing class uniforms first.>
The class rep quietly listened, then let out a sigh.>
LT__strong>“Yeah… class uniforms first…”
LT__strong>“I posted pictures of our options in the group chat. Let’s go with one of these.”
LT__strong>“Waaa, they’re so cute.”
The moment the suggestion to choose class uniforms first came up, Sia immediately posted the photos in the group chat.>
Sia and I checked them in the chat… and there was a pink class uniform.>
The boys who saw it.>
LT__strong>“Wait… why pink?”
LT__strong>“Guys don’t go for hot pink?”
LT__strong>“That’s not hot pink.”
LT__strong>“Real, this is disqualifying for guys.”
LT__strong>“Then you guys post one too. This is bad. Don’t just sit there.”
LT__strong>“Wait, I’m posting right now.”
The boys’ class uniforms.>
LT__strong>“Wait, soccer jerseys…”
LT__strong>“Now, Swoo? Disqualified?”
LT__strong>“It’s fun though.”
LT__strong>“You guys just like that.”
LT__strong>“Yeah, not that one. Pick something else.”
LT__strong>“Hey, just post anything you want. We’ll find it faster.”
For a while, the group chat filled with all kinds of options.>
Yakuza clothes, kimono, police uniform, rural set, military uniform, maid dress, cosplay outfits… the variety was endless.>
LT__strong>“Wait, what’s the red moon? Are we gonna get fried?”
LT__strong>“Hey, what kind of maid is a guy?”
LT__strong>“That wasn’t chosen for guys…”
LT__strong>“You’ve been like that since forever. Volleyball uniform would’ve been better.”
Even though several candidates had been posted, the opinions weren’t narrowing down at all.>
Everyone was still debating while Sia suddenly posted a photo.>
LT__strong>“I want this one.”
Sia’s choice was a marine look class uniform.>
It suited the guys quite well, and the girls could add accessories like hats or ribbons, so it looked great.>
LT__strong>“Does Sia’s choice look good?”
LT__strong>“What is it? Uh… um…”
The boys suddenly went quiet.>
LT__strong>“I’m for it.”
LT__strong>“Me too.”
LT__strong>“Me too. Three votes in favor. Decided.”
Just like that, the class uniform was chosen.>
I was thinking how easy it was, when Sia poked me in the ribs.>
She had something to say, so I leaned in.>
Quietly, she whispered in my ear.>
LT__strong>“Siwoo, you look the best in it.”
I startled at her words and looked at Sia.>
LT__strong>“Hehe, let’s take lots of photos.”
Sia smiled as she said it.>
But even while doing that, the meeting continued.>
LT__strong>“Okay, now everyone, let’s pick the events for the sports festival.”
LT__strong>“Eee… I don’t want to…”
LT__strong>“Yeah! Too much hassle!”
LT__strong>“Just run it, it’s hot…”
LT__strong>“The winning class gets prize money.”
LT__strong>“Rep, tell us the events quickly!”
LT__strong>“Yeah, we need to decide.”
Sia changed the topic and urged the rep to list the events immediately.>
The rep started explaining.>
The sports festival had two types of events.>
First, individual events where students from the class would compete in chosen events.>
Second, group events where the entire class would participate.>
For groups: group rope jumping and relay.>
For individuals: many varied events.>
From relatively simple ones like stick jumping or chicken fighting, to harder ones like obstacle running.>
Once we heard the names, everyone started to hesitate.>
Then the rep’s voice suddenly rang out with surprising force.>
LT__strong>“Ah, for running, our three fastest girls and four fastest boys have to do the relay. That’s where the highest score is.”
LT__strong>“But then the relay people can’t do individual events?”
LT__strong>“No, but if you think of relay as fixed, it’s easier.”
LT__strong>“…Ah…”
It seemed like it was settled, but then.>
LT__strong>“Last time at the fitness test at the beginning of the semester, we measured running times. We’ll select from there. So from now on, this is fixed.”
LT__strong>“Um…”
It was early in the semester, so honestly I didn’t remember the exact times, but I was recalling them.>
LT__strong>“…And finally, Park Siwoo.”
LT__strong>“…Eh?”
My name was suddenly called at the end.>
I was suddenly confirmed for the relay.>
But thinking about it, I remembered Sia was also pretty fast at running…>
LT__strong>“Then for the girls, it’s Lee Sia…”
As expected, Sia was also picked for the relay.>
LT__strong>“We’re going together?”
LT__strong>“…Yeah… maybe you want to do something else?”
LT__strong>“Um… I do have one.”
LT__strong>“Really? What?”
LT__strong>“Obstacle running! I wanted to try it since middle school but couldn’t.”
LT__strong>“Ah… if it’s that, then why not?”
LT__strong>“Yeah!”
I didn’t choose any other event, and Sia was also entering the obstacle run.>
LT__strong>“But… doing obstacle run and relay at the same time… won’t it be too much?”
LT__strong>“No! Instead, it’ll be great for warming up!”
LT__strong>“…Well… if you say so, I’ll believe you.”
With that, our class was officially set to participate in the sports festival.>
I thought it would be over soon, but then.>
LT__strong>“Okay, everyone, since group events have high scores, we’re also practicing group rope jumping. Friday, we’re doing 30 minutes for sure. How about it?”
LT__strong>“Sounds good.”
LT__strong>“Prize money is on the line, so we have to.”
LT__strong>“Gazaa!”
LT__strong>“Then raise your hand.”
Most of the class raised their hands.>
LT__strong>“Good, other days are fine, but Friday we definitely need everyone.”
LT__strong>“Then what about PE class?”
LT__strong>“We’ll practice during PE too.”
LT__strong>“Ah…”
LT__strong>“Our first sports festival, let’s win it in one go!”
LT__strong>“Great!”
The energy here was incredible.>
LT__strong>“So motivated…”
LT__strong>“Yeah… but for the relay…”
LT__strong>“Oh, and we’ll be practicing the relays too, so remember.”
LT__p>……>
LT__strong>“Hehe, I can stay long.”
Sia was just happy that we could be together for a long time.>
Well… if Sia is happy, then I’m fine with it too. I thought, and decided to spend time with Sia.>
About three weeks until the sports festival… it was going to be tough.>
But since we had to do it properly, our class followed the planned practice schedule.>
Everyone had great teamwork, so on Fridays and other days when people had time, we gathered to practice group rope jumping or baton passing.>
We practiced hard.>
But we didn’t do it for long, just about 15 minutes per session, adjusting team coordination. Our skills were improving very quickly.>
For group rope jumping, at first we barely reached 20, but now we were aiming for 30.>
Since it was eight-figure jumping, it was secretly tough, but we were managing it.>
For relay, we were just practicing baton passing.>
The core of relay is personal speed and baton exchange, so we didn’t need to practice running much and focused on baton passing.>
Everyone prepared for the sports festival with high spirits.>
Our homeroom teacher also saw how hard we were working and always brought us simple drinks.>
LT__strong>“This time our class even won first place in Korean language across the school. Teacher’s treat!”
LT__strong>“Uwaaaaa!!”
LT__strong>“Hey… but we still have to get first in math, right…?”
LT__strong>“Quiet, just eat it.”
Anyway, while preparing, the uniforms arrived, and everyone was thrilled.>
LT__strong>“Everyone, come pick yours!”
LT__strong>“Tell me which size you ordered!”
We received the uniforms one by one and opened the packaging to check.>
The material wasn’t bad at all, and it was quite good.>
In middle school, the uniforms faded quickly…>
LT__strong>“Siwoo! Put it on!”
LT__strong>“Here?”
LT__strong>“Later!”
LT__strong>“…Yeah…”
While everyone was looking at each other’s uniforms by trying them on, I secretly made a promise with Sia.>
Something… it felt a bit naughty, but it was definitely just in my head.>
LT__strong>“Those who ordered skirts must wear underwear!”
LT__strong>“But there are people who ordered skirts?”
LT__strong>“There are a few, so be quiet.”
LT__strong>“Yes…”
Now that I thought about it, I didn’t know if Sia had ordered a skirt or pants.>
So.>
LT__strong>“Sia, did you order skirt or pants?”
LT__strong>“Um… put your ear to it.”
LT__strong>“…?”
Following Sia’s words, I put my ear to it.>
LT__strong>“I’ll check at home later.”
I nodded silently to Sia’s words… but for a while, I was singing the national anthem in my head loudly.>
If I didn’t sing it, something bad would happen.>
With that, we headed straight to Sia’s house.>
Of course, there was no suspicious purpose.>
We were just curious about what clothes Sia had chosen and followed her.>
When we arrived, no one was home. She said she had gone to buy something.>
LT__strong>“Siwoo, wait here for a bit.”
LT__strong>“Ah… yeah…”
After saying to wait, she quickly went into the room.>
That short wait felt incredibly long.>
LT__strong>“Kikik.”
Sia opened the door and came out.>
And the sight was…>
She was wearing a skirt.>
LT__p>……>
LT__strong>“How is it?”
LT__strong>“Ah… yeah… pretty…”
I wanted to say more, but my head went completely white, and the only word that came to mind was “pretty.”>
LT__strong>“Hehe… but I have one important thing to tell you.”
LT__strong>“…What?”
LT__strong>“I also bought pants?”
LT__strong>“Eh…?”
Buying pants meant…>
LT__strong>“This appearance is only for Siwoo.”
I couldn’t take my eyes off Sia, who was spinning around and showing her full figure.> LT__div style="text-align:center; border:2px solid #22d3ee; padding:20px; box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(34,211,238,0.4), inset 0 0 15px rgba(34,211,238,0.1); background:linear-gradient(135deg,#001a1f 0%,#000 100%); border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:20px;">
