This is the short story titled “Hideo” (written by Seo Jangwon, translated by Paige Aniyah Morris), published in KLN’s Bookmark section. It tells the story of Hideo’s childhood in Japan, his family history, and his school life in Korea, discussing identity, memory, and the complexity of human relationships. Through Hideo’s encounters and communications with the narrator, the story delicately portrays emotional wounds, social alienation, and growth.