#☀︎ — seonho & jules
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☀︎ — closed starter for @fadinglights / from Seonho to Jules
After speaking with Joonho, Seonho has prepped himself to finally be upfront with Jules, asking her to meet at the cafe rather than going through with her brother's suggestion to have him ditch a plan meant for the three of them. He wants to approach this with all of the honesty and sincerity that he can muster. Continuing to keep his feelings a secret would be a disservice to himself, and he has to trust that his friendship with Jules is concrete enough that it can withstand the possible blow that might come with her rejecting him. He's ready for that possibility, and is more mindful of her feelings than he is of his own, not wanting to pressure her in any way. "So do you have any makeup sessions planned for this weekend?" Seonho begins, first asking about Jules' work and readying himself to segue into what he wants to talk about. His hand curls around his lemonade, taking a sip to wet his cracked lips. "Because if you aren't busy, I was thinking...maybe the two of us could do something?" It's not uncommon for them to spend time together, but he doesn't want this to be a normal hangout between them.
#☀︎ — concentrated honey in his smile / seonho#☀︎ — seonho / threads#☀︎ — seonho & jules#fadinglights#going back to their beginning after everything shall be fun
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Seonho shouldn't have come either. They run in the same circle of friends, but it's not like it would be unexpected for him to miss the celebration. He's often busy working, and no one would have thought anything of it if he hadn't been able to attend. But he had promised that if things went south with Jules that it wouldn't spell the end of their friendship, and he doesn't want them to ignore each other. It's just been easier to give her space, to let her pull away from him if that's her choice. Even if it hurts, an ache radiating through him. He had thought that things had been going well, almost too well, and it's not like they had gotten far before it had all come to a grinding halt. Seonho doesn't know what to make of it, confused and disheartened yet still able to put on a smile, greeting his friends as he makes his way around the room with a drink in hand. Working on building his confidence to approach Jules and be casual about it, when he finally does let his gaze glance over to her, he approaches carefully, recognizing her ex and not wanting to disturb the conversation while also recognizing that Jules does not look pleased. Ears catch the tail end of the heated chat over the noise of the party, and before he thinks too much about the action, he intercepts and places his body between Jules and her ex just as the ex reaches for her. "I believe she asked you to leave her alone."
jules shouldn't have come at all. if she had known she would encounter both her ex and seonho at the party, she wouldn't have shown up. however, the only silver lining is that her brother is away on a trip with his friends, so there would be one less witness to the impending chaos that she had a feeling would unfold tonight. her attempt to escape is thwarted by her ex's interference, and with every word he utters, she can feel her patience slipping away. although some remnants of the pain remain, she fails to comprehend how she could have fallen so deeply for someone who, in retrospect, is completely wrong for her. but as sick as it may sound, perhaps that's part of the allure: to experience pain and receive it in return, to derive from yet another unfortunate incident the notion that love is an elusive concept beyond reach. "i thought i had made it perfectly clear the last time we met." she hisses, her voice like a serpent ready to strike. not wanting to attract unnecessary attention to their conversation during what should be a celebratory occasion, she lowers her voice, but anger simmers beneath the surface as her patience dwindles. "which part of leaving me alone don't you understand?" / @ameliiorate
#☀︎ — concentrated honey in his smile / seonho#☀︎ — seonho / threads#☀︎ — seonho & jules#fadinglights
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As the date approaches, Seonho grows restless with an anxious energy. While he has taken that leap of faith, he still wonders if he will stick the landing, and the first date needs to go well, he thinks, if there is any hope for what he and Jules can be together. Having a chance to explore his feelings is exhilarating as much as it is nerve-wrecking, and he spends too much time worrying about every swoop of his growing hair as he worked to gel it in the mirror prior to their arranged meeting. All of his efforts wound up being for naught, however, as the heat of spring and his rushed pace had him sweating at his temples as he arrived early at the restaurant. His hair puffed up and curled at the edges, and after messing around with the strands as he waits is a futile effort. But it at least gives him something to do as the time ticks by, pacing uncontrollably, needing to do something with himself in order to stop the tirade of intruding thoughts. What if she had changed her mind last minute? He wouldn't have blamed her. He knows that they are taking a chance, and that this could impact their friendship in ways that he isn't prepared for, but he is as ready as he is going to be to confront his feelings, and to showcase to Jules that he could be something other than her friend. When she arrives, the smile he greets her with starts lopsided before it grows. "No need to apologize," he breathes out shakily, indicating to the host that they are ready to be seated. "I wasn't waiting long at all..." A little fib, but he doesn't want her to feel bad as they are guided toward the back to a corner table. "We need to get you some water..." His eyes travel over her form, smile softening as it brightens. "You look beautiful." He pulls out a chair for her to sit.
she can't stop thinking about it since being asked out on a date. the mutual crush has been lingering and ignored for months, so it feels dizzying that change has finally arrived. despite her anticipation, a more pessimistic side of herself wonders if she's taken too great of a risk by agreeing. what if this eventually leads to the end of their friendship? while it isn't hard for jules to make friends, it's rare for her to keep them, and seonho has become someone significant in her life even before the romantic feelings developed. but if it's worth it for him to take the risk and ask her out, she'll try to be brave too and see where the possibility takes them. a combination of her wandering thoughts and her elaborate preparation routine has led her to this moment — dashing to the restaurant at full speed after getting off the taxi two blocks away, frustrated that it hasn’t moved in the past five minutes due to the jammed traffic. "oh my god — i'm so sorry." she blurts out sheepishly once she reaches him outside the restaurant at last. she's only a few minutes late, but watching as the anxiety in his eyes slowly fades away in her presence is enough to make her feel guilty. "i tried to hurry, but the traffic was just so bad." she explains, her chest still heaving from the sprint as she fans herself to cool off her reddened cheeks. "you haven't been waiting too long, have you?"
#☀︎ — concentrated honey in his smile / seonho#☀︎ — seonho / threads#☀︎ — seonho & jules#fadinglights#she's so cute!!! 🥺#she's already got seonho all flustered
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"I think in order to win the lottery, we have to buy into it first." And Seonho doesn't have money to waste on scratch tickets or anything of the like. But it would be nice if his money problems could be solved in an instant. His financial stresses aren't at the forefront of his mind in the moment, though, too giddy and elated that Jules had been so quickly accepting of the suggestion of them going on a date. He rests his head on drawn up arms, long eyelashes fluttering as he regards Jules fondly, so very ready to embark on this journey with her. Saturday could not come fast enough, his belly still fluttering with nerves despite her agreement. This is only the first step, and if the date doesn't go well...well, Seonho shakes his head of those kind of pessimistic thoughts and instead clings to his optimism. "Saturday night at 6 sounds perfect to me." He's glad that his siblings are all at an age now that he doesn't have to worry about them being home alone on a Saturday night. "I can meet you there." While he would like to offer to pick her up, maybe it would be good to start casual, and see where the night takes them. "I'll make sure to come hungry so we can indulge to our heart's content." And he might take some Dramamine too, just in case she decides to be a little adrenaline-seeking and want to go on any rides. He wiggles excitedly in his seat, unable to stop moving, and reaching over to squeeze her hand. "I'm really looking forward to it...now...I should call your brother and tell him it's okay for him to come back."
"dear universe," jules begins dramatically, taking a deep breath and intertwining her fingers as she closes her eyes. "i am truly ready to win the lottery." the idea of swapping lives with her brother's cat flits through her mind, but she dismisses it with a wistful smile, knowing it's just a whimsical thought. was she too impulsive in accepting the proposition? what if it turns out to be a mistake and their friendship suffers? would the potential heartache outweigh the benefits? despite these doubts, anticipation has overridden her fears, and all she can focus on is the endearing glow in his eyes. "that would have been an unwise move." she remarks playfully. desserts are an absolute necessity, and her mood noticeably brightens once she indulges in her sugary treats. not that her mood ever stays sour for long when she's in seonho's presence. he has a similar effect as desserts — a dash of sunshine that can brighten anyone's day with his genuine smile and caring demeanour. "how about saturday night, around 6 p.m.?" she suggests, determined to be punctual, even though her track record isn't exactly reassuring. it's not that she doesn't want to be on time, but as a professional makeup artist, the process of making herself presentable involves various meticulous steps. "oh… that sounds tempting." she nods with a smile. "and if we're lucky, we might even catch a glimpse of the cherry blossoms in full bloom."
#☀︎ — concentrated honey in his smile / seonho#☀︎ — seonho / threads#☀︎ — seonho & jules#fadinglights
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"That's the trap that we're stuck in," Seonho hums, the endless cycle and routine admittedly exhausting. Yet he never complains, not wanting to jinx it. As if speaking of his struggles would somehow add to them. That tends to often be the case for the cycle of his life. It had been on the list of reason that he had hesitated to do something about his feelings for Jules, so her teasing now is met with a raspy laugh. He should have asked a lot sooner, but building up the nerve had taken some time. Until he got to the point where he had to say something or he would burst. Their friendship is a well-established dynamic, the playful nature between them natural, and he hadn't been certain that Jules could see him as a romantic prospect. Fearful that she might see him more like another brother, so be proven wrong is awing. And all he can do is continue to laugh. "Do you think I'd have us go to a place that didn't have great dessert?" While he's never been, he's heard the rave reviews even from the people that he's picked up from the restaurant while Ubering. "What time do we want to go?" He unlocks his phone to be ready to type out a text to make the reservation for them. "The carnival would be fun! Hana and Melody went last weekend and they said that they serve deep fried cotton candy now?" They had just spoken of indulging in gelato, but there's no such thing as too many sweets for Seonho, and he's already envisioning them walking around the gaming vendors hand-in-hand.
"i deserve more than just a mini hibernation." jules agrees wholeheartedly with a nod. "too bad i have to work just to keep a roof over my head." she can't count the times she wishes she were a cat instead, given shelter just for being cute and lazing about. "maybe you should have." she teases with a cryptic smile. it would save her from a few dates that ended up being a waste of her time in the recent months, not that she's actively seeking them in the first place. she never told anyone, but maybe part of the reason why none of the dates interested her long enough was because her mind kept drifting back to him. she fails to recall when their friendship has transformed into something more, and she wonders if she ever saw seonho purely platonically at all. perhaps there's always a part of her that's more drawn to him than others, despite her blissful ignorance. she rests her head on her palm as she watches him fret. is it bad that she finds him even more endearing when he's like this? "sounds good.” she welcomes the suggestion before asking with anticipation. "do they have great gelato?" because desserts always matter the most in every meal. despite the many complaints she may have about her brother (all in good fun, of course), one thing she can never fault him for is his exceptional baking skills and the constant supply of delicious cakes. "maybe we can go to the carnival afterward? it’ll be fun."
#☀︎ — concentrated honey in his smile / seonho#☀︎ — seonho / threads#☀︎ — seonho & jules#fadinglights
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"You have earned a mini hibernation," Seonho comments, though he is hoping to disturb her weekend rest with their plans. If he ends up falling flat on his face after this leap of faith, then he too will be spending the weekend trying to sleep off his heartbreak. He could admittedly use the rest regardless, but he is too hyped up to be held back by his exhaustion. He can't afford to hold back anymore, to keep waiting and expect that something will happen between he and Jules. This is the first time in a long time that Seonho has gone after something that he wants, that he has taken steps forward rather than continuing to stand still. He expects to have to explain himself, to go into what his feelings are, to be more transparent and upfront with Jules, and he is gobsmacked when he doesn't have to do any of that for her to be agreeable. His mouth falls slack, and he stares too long at her glistening lips with his Adam's apple bobbling. He only swallows when she leans in close, and his breath hitches, caught in his throat as his brain short-circuits. "I should have asked sooner then..." But it's not something that he had the confidence to do, especially not when he had seen Jules date others as his feelings had grown. It hadn't been until recently that he had thought that they could have a chance to be something more than they are. Tingles dance along his spine, and he can't help the laughter that bubbles through him. His neck is red, and he scratches at it as he admits, "I hadn't gotten that far...I wasn't sure if you would say yes...but I thought we could start with dinner? There's this nice Italian place that I've heard about that serves fresh pasta...I know some people there that could get us a reservation."
"and i really need more sleep." others wouldn't be able to tell just by looking at her, thanks to her skill as a fantastic makeup artist. that's one of the reasons she initially wanted to pursue this career – it's a practical skill that's incredibly useful even if she doesn't make it her lifelong profession. she looks at him skeptically, noting the doubt in his voice, and gives a nod in response to his suggestion. joonho is a grown man, so he'll reach out if he needs anything. her hazel eyes focus on seonho again, and both his voice and posture betray his nerves, though she hasn't fully grasped the meaning behind them just yet. her eyes widen when seonho takes her hand, and his subsequent words catch her by surprise. unexpected would be a more fitting word for it. can she say that she didn't see it coming at all? not exactly. can she admit that she both fears and anticipates it? perhaps. she's well-aware of her own romantic history, and she wonders if she can afford to break a heart as pure as seonho's. but at this moment, the excitement outweighs the doubts. "a date?" she repeats, as if she's still processing his words. "a date-date?" her pink lips curl into a smile, and a visible spark glimmers in her eyes. leaning closer to his end of the table, she whispers in his ear, shielding her mouth as if sharing a secret. "i thought you'd never ask." she settles back into her chair, suppressing a chuckle as she notices the faint blush on his cheeks. adorable. he's adorable. "where should we go?"
#☀︎ — concentrated honey in his smile / seonho#☀︎ — seonho / threads#☀︎ — seonho & jules#fadinglights#if this is the way that he goes out#at least he can say he tried </3
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"Taking some time for yourself is good," Seonho agrees with a nod, thinking the time off will help Jules recuperate after all the stress. He does work throughout the weekend, but he's carved out time for Saturday in case this goes well. And if it doesn't, well, he will use that time off to stare up at his ceiling and mope around until he's over his feelings. He doubts it will be that easy considering the depths of his affections for Jules, but he refuses to let his feelings be an obstacle in their friendship. "Well, I was thinking..." He trails, suddenly deciding that he should shift gears. His mouth clamps shut momentarily and his eyes fall out the window, following Jules' gaze and thoughts drifting. The pouring rain could be a foreboding sign, and maybe he should back out now and not risk what he has with Jules for the potential of what they could be. "I, uh, yeah, I think he took one." His brows furrow as he considers Joonho who had been kind enough to depart long enough to allow Jules and Seonho this moment. He couldn't let his friend's efforts be in vein, right? Particularly not when he's actually pretty sure that Joonho did not take an umbrella. "If he's not here in a bit, we can call him, but before that..." Jittery, Seonho bounces his leg underneath the table, and he reaches out his hand to brush against one of Jules'. Then he lunges forward in a leap of faith. "I was thinking that maybe you and I could go out this Saturday on a date." A hand scratches at the base of his neck, and he can't stop himself from moving. His nerves are all over the place, but he makes it a point to keep his gaze steady where it meets hers.
"no, i'm glad i allowed myself a weekend off after everything that happened last week." jules sighs. she's already vented enough about her previous gig that gave her more grey hair than what it’s worth. it will take her a while before she agrees to do another wedding gig, whether it's a favour for someone or not. working with brides has proven to be more challenging compared to working with artists and shooting directors, who usually have a clearer vision and are less on the edge. "what do you want to do?" she asks, a curious smile adorning her tinted lips. she's unaware of what's about to happen, as hanging out with seonho has become a common occurrence. perhaps one might question how frequently they see each other and how their relationship has grown closer over the months, but she's let that question slide every time it arises. delicately manicured fingers gently stir the straw in her salted caramel drink as her gaze drifts towards the wall of windows, where raindrops splatter and create a mosaic of colours, making the outside world appear surreal. "i wonder why he's taking so long." joonho has gone out to shop for groceries for their dinner, but it's taking longer than usual. she hasn't mentioned it, fearing an earful from either of them, but her drink is the first meal of the day for her, given how hectic her schedule has been. “he did take an umbrella when he headed out, right?"
#☀︎ — concentrated honey in his smile / seonho#☀︎ — seonho / threads#☀︎ — seonho & jules#fadinglights#she snatched him right up!#joonho didn't stand a chance to compete
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