The serene existence of Minjae took an abrupt turn when he discovered Hyung-jo engaging in self-pleasure while observing a resting T.A. in their communal area. Hyung-jo urged Minjae to remain silent about the illegal activity and avoid any contact with the T.A, for whom he had developed emotions. However, the haunting images lingered in Minjae's subconscious and interfered with his slumber. Against Hyung-jo's intimidating threats, Minjae experienced an emotional and physical attraction to him.