Summer of Us

Throughout her high school years, Jia was known for her gentle demeanor and impeccable manners. Yet even her patience had its limits, as she once found herself losing her temper and shouting at Jae-Hee, a boy whose cool and aloof nature kept everyone at arm's length. That brief but memorable clash left an impression, though the two eventually drifted apart as their youth faded into memory. Nine years have passed since those turbulent school days, and the dynamic between them has shifted entirely. Jae-Hee, now grown and transformed into an undeniably attractive man, suddenly reappears with a clear intention: he wants to spend more time with Jia, the girl who quietly became his first love. His renewed interest brings with it a series of calculated moves designed to draw her closer, leaving Jia wary of his intentions. Having known him since adolescence, Jia is sharp enough to see through his playful tactics and recognizes the games he is trying to play. She understands exactly what he is doing, yet finding herself face-to-face with the remarkably charming man he has become makes resistance far more difficult than she anticipated. The true question is no longer whether she can see past his strategies, but whether she actually wants to when standing in his way feels increasingly impossible.