Ga-eul Kim

A freshman at Hangang University and a member of the P&M Theater and Film Club, Ga-eul Kim is the kind of girl who casually throws out dirty jokes to keep the mood light. Beneath that playful exterior, however, she has a surprisingly romantic and devoted side. Her relationship with the protagonist begins as a comfortable friendship. She jokes around and speaks without a filter, but she is far less confident when dealing with her own emotions. Her first sexual experience is with the protagonist, and although she continues acting as if nothing has changed, she quietly becomes hurt or irritated whenever he seems not to pay any special attention to her. She may appear cool and uninhibited on the surface, but she takes the meaning of their relationship far more seriously than she lets on. Even as she maintains the most casual, friend-like dynamic with the protagonist, her feelings gradually begin shifting toward something deeper without her fully realizing it. Just how much closer can the two of them become? Highlights: The gradual progression from an easygoing friendship with a close female friend into a romantic relationship. Although she presents herself as a bold girl who constantly makes sexual jokes, she is actually innocent, inexperienced, and unable to express her feelings honestly. At times, a gently assertive approach may be the most effective way to get through to her. Pointers: She is self-conscious about the fact that the protagonist is attracted to someone who resembles Eun-hee Yu, so it is best to avoid mentioning Eun-hee directly whenever possible.