#Louis Vuitton Pre-Owned Sunglasses

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[8.07] dad!mingi × baby!sumin × baby!seeun (ft. uncles!ateez, dad!hongjoong and baby!minjae)

⇀ mingi really is that dad. an enabler dad.

⇁ i ended up writing this after mulling over it for a long ass while (not really but still, long enough) and at this point brat brigade's spam section is my baby!xikers dumping ground. but lookie @flowerboykun i wrote this idea !

⇁ disclaimer : the author is not forcing any ideas or form of relationship between irl characters. this fic is specifically for entertainment purposes

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genre : fluff, dad!au, baby!au

When you first found out that you were pregnant, your first thought went straight to how much fun you'll have dressing your daughter up. Then you found out you were having a boy and Mingi immediately cried because now he can have his twin. Then the second time you got pregnant, you were still hoping to have a girl to dress in frilly clothes and shove the fact that now you have your own twin to Mingi's face. But that day, in the doctor's office, with Mingi and Sumin with his custom baby Gucci beret in his arms, you found out that you were having another boy. It wasn't like you don't want your children, it was just that you know having two boys means that Mingi's going to have so much fun coordinating both boys' outfits.

So now, when Sumin and Seeun reached 5 and 4 years old respectively, you weren't even surprised that Mingi had dedicated a whole Instagram page to document the daily outfits that he coordinated for them. As pissy as you were that you couldn't dress your daughter in pink tutus or sparkly tops, you have to admit that they looked absolutely precious in the outfit their dad had so passionately picked for them.

Sumin is almost always dressed in how Mingi would be dressed on stage, a muted version of his flashy fashion while Seeun is more often than not dressed as a sporty-casual Mingi. They have their own unique styles, of course, but Mingi would always make sure that whenever they go out, people will IMMEDIATELY recognize them as siblings. And now, he had (somehow) managed to rope you into coordinating outfits as a family which you (and Seonghwa as the eldest representative) had limited to special events only because people (Wooyoung) began teasing you both by using the pictures you posted on Instagram and photoshopping them on advertisements (the worst one was for a hemorrhoid cream) which annoyed you (you taking his old as fuck Bathing Ape jacket and threatening to rip it to shreds and use them to wipe your children's snots). Nevertheless, both brothers love being dressed up by their dads so much and you were absolutely grateful for the fact that they never fought over who gets to wear what when, it had always been civil between them and they even do this bit of commenting on each other's outfits just before they go out. It's safe to say that at ages 5 and 4, they can differentiate between Houndstooth and Glen Check, and which is Louis Vuitton and which is Gucci. Yeah, your babies are SPOILED by their dad.

Their taste develops at such a young age that nowadays, they have begun to accessorise themselves. Sumin has been quite into sunglasses lately, even at night, he'd try to wear his dad's sunglasses on top of his head that just ended up falling over his face so Mingi bought him his first Gentle Monster that he adored to pieces. Seeun, on the other hand, has been into hats as of late, particularly bucket hats. It started when you put one on him as he was going to the mall to have fun with his uncle Yunho and cousin Jinsik, and he came home buzzing with excitement and refusing to take his hat off, so he asked you and Mingi to take him to get more hats the next day (he took mostly buckets, of course).

Knowing how important impressions are to your boys, you were rather reluctant to leave them for their first day of pre-K and kindergarten because you were called to the newly established branch of your company in Gyeongsangnam-do. While Seeun cried freely into your chest, Sumin tried to pack himself into your luggage. Thankfully, you were able to compromise with the boys by letting them wear whatever they want for their first day in a new environment and that they would be able to send you pictures and videos as much as they wanted. You thought that there would be no harm done and Mingi would make sure that both boys can freely express themselves within the guidelines. With teary eyes and quivering lips, both boys spent a whole 15 minutes hugging you until you have to go.

So the next day, Mingi arrived with his boys in front of the school and as soon as they got out of the car, Seeun and Sumin rushed to the steps and posed, beyond excited. "Come on, dad! Take a picture!" Sumin called out as he adjusted Seeun's hat so the front flap doesn't cover his eyes. "Coming!" Mingi grinned widely and immediately crouched down a little bit farther away from the two boys with his phone aimed at them, "Now, give mommy a big, big smile and a big pose!"

Clad in blue and white, both boys were grinning widely, very much happy with the outfit that they were adorning. Keeping with the twinning theme, Sumin had a white long-sleeved shirt paired with knee-length light blue shorts, colourful crew socks that he picked out himself, and original white Adidas with black stripes. To top the look off, he had his sunglasses on top of his head as a fashion statement. Meanwhile, Seeun was wearing a white t-shirt with a light blue puffer vest, matching knee-length shorts and matching bucket hat, crew socks, and original black vans. To top it all off, both boys were wearing different black bags; Sumin with his messenger bag and Seeun with his backpack. Parents walking past them genuinely thought that the boys were celebrity children which was technically true since their dad is an idol but they themselves also seemed like tv personalities with how confident they were in front of the camera and they were dressed too fashionably for a day in school.

When Sumin and Seeun had their fill of posing and taking pictures, Mingi shot you a quick text with a picture of your boys before jogging to his boys who grabbed his hands upon contact. "Okay, it's a big big day for Seeunnie here, so please listen to your teacher for everything. That goes to you too, Sumin, Okay?" Mingi eyed the two boys who were staring up at him intently, "I can't have mommy getting a call saying that you stuck a crayon up your nose again like your first day in Pre-K," Mingi squinted his eyes at the eldest boy who whined and stomped his feet in embarrassment at the mention of his accident while his younger brother snorted at him. Some parents were rushing to get their kids in but the Song boys were enjoying their leisure walk as the family head told them how to conduct themselves. Seeun was looking up at his dad, listening carefully while Sumin was kicking pebbles along the path whilst maintaining hand-holding with Mingi.

Just as the boys were about to reach the entrance of the school, a teacher came approaching with a smile on her face. "Why hello there!" she greeted as she crouched down in front of the boys which made Sumin's smile drop and Seeun stepped back and hid behind one of Mingi's legs, "I see that you two are ready for school, huh? Look at your clothes!" The compliments she was giving made Sumin puff up his chest proudly as Seeun took half a step forward to look at the teacher curiously. "I love your outfits so much, however, we don't allow accessories like hats and sunglasses in our classes," the teacher's eyes peered up to Mingi as if seeking his help to remove the items from his kids and hopefully take him home with him.

Hearing that they couldn't wear their accessories, Sumin and Seeun whipped their heads to Mingi with the saddest face ever. Mingi, however, didn't even need the push from his sons to step up for them. "Why not?" he asked without sparing a second. The teacher seemed taken aback, not expecting that a parent would question the rules that have been established for a long time in the school. "Because... It's an accessory sir, it's not part of the outfit guidelines for the students," if she thought that would just drop it, she was sorely mistaken. Mingi looked around at the other kids that were starting to arrive and noticed some little girls with accessories on them which he pointed at with his chin, "I don't think I read anything about bead bracelets, necklaces, and earrings," he shrugged. To anyone who didn't know him, it might seem like Mingi was being annoying or unreasonable but in reality, Mingi was simply being inquisitive. The teacher seemed stunned because he did have a point but at the same time, no one has ever raised an issue or even just a question about female students wearing accessories before. "Uh... I mean..." Truly, she was stumped but she had to answer because she was supposed to have an answer, "W-well, the accessories the boys wear could be dangerous as things like your son's sunglasses could poke other children in the eyes and no one is allowed to wear hats in class." Hearing their accessories being mentioned, both children grabbed the items mentioned as if to not let anyone take them away. "Yeah, but... Why? I don't see any problem if my boys are not gonna distract any children with their accessories or disturb the class. If anything, those glass ball thingies in those girls' hair ties could potentially blind other children if they snapped or the necklaces they wore could break, fall into a student's drinking cup and choke on it."

Just as the teacher was about to answer, two people came and stopped where they stood still. She didn't know whether it was a good or a bad thing, though. "What are you guys doing here?" Hongjoong asked with an eyebrow raised, Minjae on his side on his iPad with his headphones on. Both Sumin and Seeun immediately beamed and rushed to hug their uncle Joongie tightly, greeting him with muffled voices. "The teacher said Sumin can't wear his sunglasses and Seeun can't wear his bucket hat," Mingi sighed, shrugging his shoulders in confusion. Hongjoong furrowed his eyebrows and planted his hands on his hips, "What do you mean they can't wear their sunglasses and bucket hat?" The teacher was about to answer when Mingi answered for her instead, "Well she said those items could hurt other children?" To which Hongjoong replied with a scoff and his arms crossed over his chest, "And those tiny catapults in the girls' hair couldn't?" In agreement, Mingi clapped his hands together, "Thank you!"

It seemed like both fathers were so into their conversations that they didn't realize the kids were looking at each other. Minjae pulled his headphone down and tucked his iPad into his bag securely before taking both of Sumin and Seeun's hands into his. He stepped up to the dumbfounded teacher (who looked like she was about to cry) and spoke, "We'll be getting to class first, miss, we'll be late," he smiled widely before bowing and walking away with Sumin and Seeun in tow, not even giving a chance for the teacher to tell him that he was not supposed to bring electronics into class and that Sumin and Seeun were still not supposed to wear their accessories.

This issue could be resolved, right?

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Loius Vuitton.

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A Dive into the Personal Accessories Market Size, Share, Trends and Market Segmentation

Personal accessories are more than just embellishments; they’re statements of individuality and expressions of personal style. From the timeless elegance of jewelry to the practical convenience of handbags, the personal accessories market is a thriving global industry. Let’s delve into the statistics, trends, and players shaping this dynamic landscape.

Market Size and Growth: A Booming Industry

Global Market Value: The global personal accessories market is estimated to reach a staggering USD 642.9 billion by 2028, showcasing its substantial size and economic impact.

Growth Trajectory: This flourishing market is projected to reach a significant USD 760.9 billion by 2033, demonstrating a robust CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 3.4%.

Market Segmentation: Catering to Diverse Tastes

The personal accessories market caters to a wide range of products and preferences:

Jewelry: This segment reigns supreme, encompassing precious metals, gemstones, fashion jewelry, and costume jewelry.

Handbags and Wallets: Functionality meets style in this segment, offering bags for various occasions and wallets to meet everyday needs.

Watches and Eyewear: From timeless watches to trendy sunglasses, these accessories add a touch of sophistication and practicality.

Belts and Scarves: These versatile pieces can elevate an outfit and add a personal touch.

Headwear and Hats: Offering protection and style, this segment caters to diverse preferences and weather conditions.

Market Trends Shaping the Future:

Several key trends are influencing the personal accessories market:

Sustainability Focus: Consumers are increasingly opting for eco-conscious brands that utilize recycled materials, ethical sourcing, and sustainable production practices.

Personalization and Customization: The desire for unique pieces is driving the demand for personalized jewelry, custom-made bags, and bespoke accessories.

E-commerce Boom: Online platforms are revolutionizing the industry, offering wider product selections, convenience, and personalized recommendations.

Luxury Resale: The popularity of pre-owned luxury goods is rising, driven by affordability, sustainability concerns, and access to vintage treasures.

Influencer Marketing: Social media influencers significantly impact purchasing decisions, shaping trends and promoting specific brands or products.

Market Players: A Diverse Landscape

The personal accessories market features a diverse range of players:

Established Luxury Brands: Iconic names like Cartier, Louis Vuitton, and Chanel hold significant market share, offering high-end jewelry, handbags, and accessories.

Fast-Fashion Brands: Companies like H&M, Zara, and Forever 21 cater to trend-conscious consumers with affordable and stylish accessories.

Emerging Sustainable Brands: Focusing on eco-friendly materials, ethical production, and transparency, these brands cater to a growing segment of environmentally conscious consumers.

Independent Designers and Artisans: Handcrafted and unique pieces by independent designers and artisans are gaining traction, offering a personalized and one-of-a-kind touch.

Looking Ahead: A Market Full of Potential

The personal accessories market presents exciting opportunities for businesses that can adapt to evolving trends and consumer preferences:

Embrace sustainability: Implement eco-friendly practices throughout the supply chain to resonate with environmentally conscious consumers.

Offer personalized experiences: Leverage technology to provide personalized recommendations, create custom-made pieces, or offer engraving and other customization options.

Focus on innovation: Develop new and innovative products that cater to specific needs, utilize cutting-edge materials, or integrate technology.

Embrace digital marketing: Utilize social media effectively and leverage influencer partnerships to reach target audiences and showcase products.

The Final Touch: More Than Just Adornment

The personal accessories market transcends the realm of mere adornment. It’s a reflection of personal style, cultural influences, and evolving trends. By understanding the market size, growth trajectory, segmentation, and key players, businesses can contribute to creating unique and meaningful accessories that resonate with consumers worldwide.

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https://confidentialcouture.com/blogs/post/the-future-of-pre-loved-luxury-5-tech-trends-to-stay-ahead-in-fashion-industry

Ever wonder how some fashionistas always seem to be carrying the latest Louis Vuitton or Chanel bags? We all know those designer handbags don't come cheap. The secret is out - more and more savvy shoppers are discovering the world of pre-loved luxury, where you can snag Gucci, Christian Dior, and other top brands at a fraction of the retail price. 

If you're looking to build your collection of luxury handbags in India or find discounted bags from brands like Louis Vuitton without the shocking price tag, the second-hand luxury market is the place to shop. The pre-loved luxury space is evolving quickly with new tech innovations to make buying and selling pre-owned designer goods easier than ever. Keep reading to discover five tech trends that are shaping the future of pre-loved luxury and how you can stay ahead of the curve.

The Growing Demand for Discount Luxury Bags Like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Christian Dior and Chanel The demand for discount luxury bags like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Christian Dior, and Chanel is skyrocketing. With inflation making luxury handbags increasingly unaffordable and scarce, shoppers are turning to the resale market to find deals on pre-loved designer bags.

The Allure of Luxury at a Lower Cost Nothing says status like carrying an iconic Louis Vuitton, Gucci, or Chanel handbag. But with some models ranging from $5,000 to well over $50,000, these luxury designer handbags are out of reach for most shoppers. This is fueling the growing popularity of resellers and consignment shops that offer authentic, used versions of these coveted bags at a fraction of the retail price.

We at Confidential Couture are a treasure trove of pre-owned luxury handbags from top brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Chanel. No need to settle for a look-alike when you can carry the real thing by buying a gently used Gucci or Chanel bag in India or a pre-loved Louis Vuitton or Christian Dior bag online.

Keeping Up with the Latest Trends at Lower Prices The limited availability and high demand for new luxury handbags each season means that resale values remain strong. This allows shoppers to stay on trend with the latest Louis Vuitton, Gucci, or Chanel bags in each season’s most sought-after colors and styles without paying full retail. The thriving resale market for discount designer handbags is a win-win, giving brands an opportunity to attain new customers while providing an affordable entry point for shoppers eager to participate in the luxury fashion world.

For those seeking status and style without exorbitant price tags, the future of pre-loved luxury offers an exciting opportunity to build a collection of coveted designer handbags that stand the test of time. The appeal of luxury brands and quality craftsmanship, combined with lower prices and strong resale values, points to a bright future for this growing retail trend.

Top 5 Tech Innovations Revolutionizing the Pre-Loved Luxury Market The pre-loved luxury market is heating up, and tech innovations are fueling the fire. If you want to stay ahead of trends as a fashion retailer, pay attention to these five technologies revolutionizing the space:

AI-Powered Recommendations AI algorithms are getting scary and good at predicting what shoppers want. Many online platforms use AI to suggest similar designer handbags, clothing, and shoes based on a customer’s browsing and purchase history. The more people shop, the smarter the recommendations get.

Virtual Try-On Imagine virtually “trying on” a Louis Vuitton handbag or Gucci sunglasses before buying. Augmented reality is making it happen. Retailers let you digitally see products on your virtual self and in your space. No more guessing how a Chanel bag might look on you or in your home.

Increased Mobile Capabilities It’s all about the experience on mobile devices now. The best secondhand luxury sites and apps have optimized browsing, personalized feeds, one-click purchasing, and mobile payments down to a science. They make it as easy as possible to discover and buy coveted brands on the go.

Curated Collections Curation is key. The top secondhand luxury platforms like Confidential Couture are leveraging the expert stylists and merchandisers to handpick selections of the best pre-owned designer goods. We create collections highlighting current trends, brands, prices, or styles to inspire you.

Social Shopping Social platforms are where people spend time and share style inspiration. Look for second-hand luxury retailers plugged into social shopping trends like shoppable livestreams, influencer collaborations, user-generated content, and social media contests. They make luxury thrifting a social experience.

The future of pre-loved luxury is ultra-personalized, mobile and social. With tech paving the way, the market will only continue gaining mainstream momentum. The time to get on board is now.

How Online Resale Platforms Are Making Second-Hand Luxury Accessible Online resale platforms have made luxury goods more accessible by providing a marketplace to buy and sell pre-owned designer items. Whether you’re looking for a Louis Vuitton discounted bag or a Gucci bag in India, we at Confidential Couture offer a huge selection of authentic used luxury goods at lower price points.

A Wide Range of Options These e-commerce sites provide access to an ever-changing assortment of high-quality, pre-loved Chanel bags online, Dior bags, and other designer accessories from various brands. Buyers can find deals on rare, limited-edition pieces, current-season luxury handbags in India, and shoes. For sellers, the platforms make it easy to resell unwanted items and recoup a portion of the original cost.

Bringing Luxury to More People Reselling Chanel bags online, Louis Vuitton discounted bags, and other pre-owned luxury goods make high-end fashion more accessible to a wider range of people. Those who can’t afford or don’t want to pay full price for brand-new designer items can shop for luxury handbags in India and other goods at lower prices on these marketplaces. For some, purchasing pre-loved luxury products is also an environmentally-conscious choice that promotes sustainability in the fashion industry.

How It Works Sellers submit photos and descriptions of items they want to sell to the online platforms. Once approved, the goods are listed on the site. Buyers can shop the selection of pre-owned designer bags, clothing, shoes, and accessories, and when someone purchases an item, the seller ships it to the buyer. The platform handles the payment processing and customer service, charging sellers a commission on all sales. For buyers, the ease and convenience of shopping pre-loved luxury from home makes these resale sites an attractive option.

The growth of online resale platforms is making the luxury fashion market more inclusive. By providing access to discounted, high-quality designer goods, we open up the world of luxury to those who otherwise couldn’t afford it. For fashion lovers, that’s something worth celebrating.

Authenticating Luxury Bags: Using Tech to Spot Fakes When buying pre-loved luxury bags, authentication is key. Nothing ruins the thrill of scoring a deal on a designer bag like finding out it's a fake. Luckily, technology is making it easier to spot counterfeits.

Authenticating Luxury Bags: Using Tech to Spot Fakes Luxury brands are using blockchain, the technology behind cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, to create digital records of their products. Each item gets a unique digital ID that buyers can use to verify its authenticity. For example, Louis Vuitton's Aura blockchain platform lets you scan a code on the product to see its full history, from when it was made to each time it's sold or serviced.

Artificial intelligence is getting frighteningly good at detecting fake designer goods. Companies use AI to analyze thousands of details in photos of luxury items to determine if they're real or counterfeit. Their technology can spot a fake Louis Vuitton, Gucci, or Chanel bag in under four seconds with over 95% accuracy. The color and stitching, especially mustard-yellow stitching, are two of the signs their AI looks for in Louis Vuitton bags.

Some brands are even using tech to track their goods through the supply chain to prevent theft and ensure authenticity. Microchips with radio frequency identification (RFID) can be sewn into or attached to products. RFID scanners are then used to track the item at each stage of the supply chain, from the factory to warehouses to stores. If a bag goes missing at any point, the brand knows instantly.

While technology is making it more difficult for counterfeiters to get away with faking luxury goods, buyers still need to be wary. If a Louis Vuitton or Gucci bag is selling for far below market price, it's likely not the real thing. When shopping for pre-loved luxury items, do your homework, check the brand's website for hallmarks of authenticity, and consider using authentication services. The deals may seem tempting but are worthless if the bag ends up being a fake.

Conclusion So there you have it, folks. The future of pre-loved luxury is bright, and by keeping up with these trends, you'll be ahead of the curve. Whether you're looking to buy discounted Louis Vuitton bags, Gucci bags in India, or Chanel bags online, the options are plentiful. 

As more people shop second-hand luxury items and discover the joy of scoring luxury designer handbags at a fraction of the cost, the pre-loved market will only continue to grow. 

The next time you're eyeing a Christian Dior bag or lusting after luxury handbags in India, don't forget to check out what's available pre-loved first on www.confidentialcouture.com. You might just find a new gem to add to your collection. Here's to more sustainable and affordable fashion for all!

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Authentic Louis Vuitton Vintage Deauville Brown Monogrammed Women’s Luxury Bags.

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GJ and ZZH Updates — July 17-23

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This is part of a weekly series collecting updates from and relating to Gong Jun and Zhang Zhehan.

This post is not wholly comprehensive and is intended as an overview, links provided lead to further details. Dates are in accordance with China Standard Time, the organization is chronological. My own biases on some things are reflected here. Anything I include that is not concretely known is indicated as such, and you’re welcome to do your own research and draw your own conclusions as you see fit. Please let me know if you have any questions, comments, concerns, or additions. :)

[Glossary of names and terms] [Masterlist of my posts about the situation with Zhang Zhehan]

07-17 → LLD Fest’s fanworks week began. Day 17 prompts: Pre-filming, first times, red & blue

→ Colgate posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun. They later posted another photo ad advertising their upcoming flagship store with a caption including, “love is coming as scheduled.”

→ Dragon TV posted a promotional image for Go Fighting! episode 4. 

→ BEAST posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun, teasing something that would be announced the next day. (1129 kadian)

→ Kangshifu posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ KFC posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ Gong Jun posted six photos from Go Fighting! episode 4 to his studio Weibo. Caption: “Tonight is the racing round 😎” MUJOSH reposted this wth the caption “@Gong Jun Simon is so good and handsome, no one objects, right 😎? I'm ready to watch the racer Junjun tonight. 😎” and Colgate reposted it with the caption “The hot-blooded cool manhua male protagonist must have a bright smile.” Gong Jun also posted these to his Xiao Hong Shu, caption “Aaaaaah, ootd racer, der飘der飘~* hahahaha”, and four of them to his Instagram, caption “Racing suit get!” *A reference to the racing show Initial D. The Bilibili video that comes up when you Google it was coincidentally posted on 21-11-29.

→ Gong Jun’s studio Weibo posted nine photos of him from Go Fighting! episode 4. Caption: “Ride the track and keep going.”

→ Go Fighting! episode 4 aired. [subbed episode] If you haven’t been watching this show I highly recommend it, it’s really fun.

→ MUJOSH reposted several of the studio’s photos of Gong Jun advertising their sunglasses that he’s wearing in them. 

→ A video was spread, originating from an account recently found to actually be a paid fan, of a fanmeet with “Zhang Zhehan” that had supposedly happened the previous day. Collected information on this can be found [here].

→ Hogan posted a photo of Gong Jun from Go Fighting! advertising their shoes he’s wearing.

→ Zhang Zhehan, Gong Jun, and #JunZhe trended on Twitter and continued to trend through the next morning.

07-18 → LLD Fest day 18 prompts: Filming era, hurt/comfort, stars & moon.

→ A space was held discussing the fanmeet video and some information that was found about CAPA possibly being involved in Reuters articles published on 21-08-15. [recording] [written notes]

→ Louis Vuitton posted their commercial featuring Gong Jun that they previously released on 01-13. They later also posted two photo ads with him also previously released in January.

→ BEAST posted a commercial featuring Gong Jun. (1129 kadian)

→ Mengniu posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun. 

→ QuelleVous shared publicly available records showing that as of 07-01, Zhang Mama has no ownership of the tea shop’s Taobao store.

→ Colgate posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ #Mao Zijun Zhou Zishu# reached #1 in Weibo’s entertainment hotsearch after the actor, who had passed up the role when it was offered to him before it was given to Zhang Zhehan, started saying he could have done a better job at it. 

→ Zhou Zishu trended on Twitter.

→ BEAST used a photo ad featuring Gong Jun on their Taobao store.

→ Addition 07-26: “Fans of Gong Jun and Zhang Zhehan” donated ¥ 82,332.81 to the Beijing Red Cross.

07-19 → LLD Fest day 19 prompts: Post-filming, kisses, flowers

→ Fans used the #Mao Zijun Zhou Zishu# tag to help spread clarifications about Zhang Zhehan’s innocence and support him getting procedural justice. [passerby comments]

→ Tiffany & Co. posted a commercial and two photo ads featuring Gong Jun to their WeChat.

→ Baidu APP posted a video featuring Gong Jun announcing the 2022 Baidu Digital Conference.

→ QuelleVous posted a warning that multiple sources have said Gong Jun is going to be targetted by water armies in August in a similar fashion to 813. There are also warnings that a large attack on Zhang Zhehan and Zhang Mama will come at the end of this month. Brace yourselves. [an advisory on how to respond if this does happen]

→ Back to Field’s Weibo posted a submitted essay which included the Word of Honor quote “the world is not important, what’s important is finding a soulmate” (though written 知音 rather than 知己). The post was privated shortly after.

→ The Instagram posted three photos of “Zhang Zhehan” playing basketball. Caption: “Healing and flying 🏀” Shortly after, a 46 minute CCTV video was spread of the same event. [clip] [summary of the full video] Fans responded by posting content en masse of the real Zhang Zhehan playing basketball.  Fan Observations (also found in my Instagram masterpost):  -  Zhang Zhehan tore his meniscus and had to have 80% of it surgically removed in 2018, then had complications to it because he tried to rush his recovery. This is the reason he was forced to quit basketball. In April 2018 he said that an orthopedic specialist had told him his bones were not suited for vigorous exercise, and in March 2021 he said that he had accepted he had passed the point in time where it’s possible for him to recover fully. For these people to claim that he’s magically healed from that belittles what he has gone through and is frankly incredibly insulting.  -  Another interview from October 2020 talking about his injury in relation to sports  -  Medical report for an MRI scan posted by Zhang Zhehan in 2019: “Clinical history: Left knee ACL reconstruction ..., repeated swelling and pain.” “Findings: There is a medium sized joint effusion. A tiny Baker’s cyst ... is noted at the posteromedial aspects of the knee joint. The posterior horn of the lateral meniscus is absent likely resorbed secondary to previous tear. The body of the medial meniscus is extruded and atretic. Normal appearances of the medial and lateral meniscus are noted without tears, extrusion or degeneration. There is a short oblique tear at the body of the medial meniscus that extends as a horizontal tear in the posterior horn.”  -  Comment from a traumatologist  -  Testimonials from fans who also have limb disabilities: [1] [2] [3] [4]  -  To say nothing of the fact that he missed almost every shot, the imposter’s form in the video is horrible. Zhang Zhehan was given MVP in 2017 in a game where he was playing against an NBA player, the imposter looks like he’s never played the sport properly before. Form is not something that disappears, even after years of inactivity in the sport. It’s possible that part of it is caused by the imposter trying to replicate Zhang Zhehan’s shooting style when he himself (the imposter) is not left-handed.  -  Some footage of the real Zhang Zhehan playing basketball: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]  -  Fan testimonials about form muscle memory: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]  -  Two makeup artists can be seen working on his face at multiple points throughout the video. Ask youself, in what world does that make sense if he’s just “exercising with friends”? Maybe he needs to fix whatever makeup they’re using to make him look more like Zhang Zhehan?

The new tactic seems to be to give the impression that Zhang Zhehan is fooling around with friends rather than focusing on his case. Some people who believe this to really be him have already left out of frustration.

I’m no longer going to be directly linking the Instagram’s posts. At this point it is very clear the account is fake; if you’re still on the fence, you need to really think about what side you’re on. If you believe in the account, you’re agreeing that Zhang Zhehan has given up on his case, and you’re agreeing that Gong Jun is a bad person. Review everything that has happened if you need to, but continuing to individually consider each new piece of material these people put out will do nothing but gaslight you. Look at all of it in the complete context: It is fake. 

→ Kangshifu posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun. The caption includes: “The ultimate romance in summer, of course, is to go to the waves (浪, same as in lld)! Go to the blue sea to say hi 🌊!”

→ 361° posted a video spoken by Gong Jun for the 19th Asian Games.

→ QuelleVous posted that evidence has been found for Xie Yihua paying off an intermediary to take down the Hengdian billboard from 07-15.

07-20 → LLD Fest day 20 prompts: Promo period, outsider POV, couples wardrobe

→ Colgate posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ #JunZhe trended on Twitter

→ Dragon TV posted a preview for Go Fighting! episode 5. They also later posted two cut clips [here] and [here] from episode 4.

→ Tiffany & Co. posted a longer cut of the commercial to their Weibo.

→ Baidu APP posted a compilation video of AI Gong Jun to promote the 2022 Baidu Digital Conference.

→ QuelleVous began to post findings about Lao Ahyi, a well known solo fan in the Chinese fandom who has been discovered to have professional ties to CAPA. Posts sharing this information on Weibo were systematically removed. 

→ Dragon TV posted four gifs of Gong Jun from Go Fighting! episode 4.

07-21  → LLD Fest day 21 prompts: SHL concert, family, hexagons

→ #JunZhe continued to trend on Twitter.

→ Shots from the Tiffany & Co. commercial appeared on Weibo’s opening screen.

→ Gong Jun reposted the Tiffany & Co. commercial. Caption: “Love is a touch of blue, spend the romantic Qixi with @TiffanyAndCo”

→ Back to Field’s Weibo posted a solo promo image featuring Gong Jun.

→ A Twitter space was held by QuelleVous, Flora, Bluebird, and Naan discussing Lao Ahyi. [recording] [notes]

Lao Ahyi has been one of the ones directing all the major moves by Instagram-believers, including the recent removal of the Hengdian billboard. There is also evidence for her involvement in Li Xuezheng being muted. Read these links, this is very important for understanding what’s happening. Followup posts: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10]

→ Back to Field posted another preview of their episode Gong Jun would be guest appearing on. They also later posted another solo promo image featuring Gong Jun.

→ Kangshifu posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

07-22 → LLD Fest day 22 prompts: Alternate universe, second chances, sports

→ Colgate posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ Back to Field posted a group promo image featuring Gong Jun seated next to Li Ronghao, his idol who also appeared in the episode. 🥺

→ Tiffany & Co. posted a solo cut of the commercial.

→ Dragon TV posted a cut clip from Go Fighting! episode 4. 

→ KFC posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun. 

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted four photos of him from Back to Field. Caption: “Visiting the mushroom house for the first time, meeting new friends, and talking about the delicious food at the seaside.”

→ The Back to Field episode Gong Jun guest appeared in aired, topping the charts for viewership. [subbed episode] He will be appearing in next week’s episode as well.

→ Gong Jun posted a clip of himself and Li Ronghao from the Back to Field episode. Caption: “Let’s talk about music with Mr. Li Ronghao~“ Addition 07-30: Seventh 浅, fifth counting only Weibo.

07-23 → LLD Fest day 23 prompts: Future, road trip, pets.

→ Fresh posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ Dragon TV posted solo promo images of the Go Fighting! cast from episode 5.

→ Colgate posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ Back to Field posted a cut clip of Gong Jun cooking.

→ Kangshifu posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ Gong Jun’s studio Weibo posted a compilation video of bts from his recent commercials and photoshoots. Caption: “#Gong Jun Random Fragments Broadcast# Boss @Gong Jun Simon filming behind-the-scenes recordings on the set 🈶️, let your mood fly, and travel on a fantasy planet in a small spaceship 🛸! PS: There are Easter eggs at the end of the film, do not leave the venue early!” Fan Observation: Songs used as BGM were Better - EZRA, 悋気 - iwamizu, and Morning - Joakim Karud. (“Better envy morning” when you put the titles together. Probably nothing.)

→ Dragon TV posted more solo promo images.

→ Back to Field posted more solo promo images.

→ The Instagram posted another video of “Zhang Zhehan” playing guitar. 

→ We Are The Champions episode 6 is now available for free, episode 7 is available with VIP.

Additional Reading: → Flora’s daily fan news thread

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       FASHION CREDITS: “HOUSE OF GUCCI” PART III

The “House of Gucci” movie really is the gift that keeps on giving. Before we continue with the third part of our very Italian fashion series, make sure to check out the first and second chapter!

Patrizia came back to Milan, wearing this vintage Genny by Gianni Versace Fall/Winter 1989 black & white plaid buttoned jacket and lace pencil skirt sourced from OOTO LONDON.

Behind her, we can spot the Gucci Sylvie 1969 black patent crocodile leather mini top handle bag with gold-tone chain detail that Aldo gifted her.

The very demure look was finished with these Manolo Blahnik Tomiris black suede double strap pumps with flared heel.

For the funeral, Patrizia wore this beautiful custom Dominic Young black checkered jacquard dress with bateau neckline and box pleats.

A fascinator moment is always welcome to a funeral, so she went for this Lawliet black felt pillbox hat with bow and pompoms-adorned fishnet veil.

While Gaga’s matching baroque pearl necklace and bracelet set was vintage, her small pearl stud earrings were, believe it or not, by H&M.

A vintage Nina Ricci green & silver crystal bow brooch from Pikkio...

...a vintage Gucci black plissé satin purse...

...and Manolo Blahnik’s BB black suede stiletto pumps completed the look.

A second black look by Dominic Young follows up. This one features a tapestry jacquard print, box pleats and a tie neck! It was, again, paired with a bunch of Pikkio jewelry, Wolford tights and the aforementioned Manolo Blahnik pumps.

In the scene, laying on the table in front of her, was this vintage Gucci black leather flap bag with gold-tone hardware.

Patrizia finds Pina and gets her own tarot session while sporting a cropped version of this vintage Saint Laurent navy wool blazer adorned with large gold buttons its matching dress underneath. But it’s the accessories for me!

Firstly, she sported this Pikkio 1980s-inspired gold statement necklace...

...she paired with this graphic Boucheron Quatre Radiant Edition gold metal cuff bracelet!

LG also carried the Gucci Spring/Summer 2021 Jackie 1961 camel straw effect and blue leather medium shoulder bag with gold-tone hardware.

The look was completed with a pair of Louis Vuitton Pre-Fall 2014 blue patent pumps with bow embellishment.

In one of the deleted scenes, Patrizia is seen sporting this vintage Gucci turquoise suede short-sleeved blouson jacket with gold logo buttons. She matched it with a custom Dominic Young black leather pencil skirt with two faux pockets,...

...vintage gold earrings, statement hoops necklace, two large bracelets, a vintage Saint Laurent crocodile leather belt and vintage brown crocodile clutch - all from Pikkio!

"Our name, sweetie!"

In one of the most prominent scenes, Gaga is sporting this vintage Gucci monogram canvas tunic and matching pants set with brown leather trim and horseshoe chain details!

She threw on her vintage Laflamme mink coat on top!

When newly entering the penthouse, Gaga had on these vintage Oliver Peoples oversized tortoiseshell sunglasses with brown lenses.

Next, she’s rocking vintage gold jewelry and Paula Rowan's Aida vintage-inspired leather gloves in the swatch "Forest Green".

Patrizia also carries her Gucci Jackie 1961 monogram canvas medium shoulder hobo bag with buckle closure and green & red Web stripe.

Next, Patrizia attended an early Versace fashion show where she shined in this Fall/Winter 1995 Oroton sleeveless gold metal mesh bodysuit and matching draped mini skirt!

All of her jewelry comes from Bvlgari's archive! Here, she's wearing the heritage earrings from 1989 featuring amethysts, emeralds, citrines and diamonds.

A stunning heritage collar from 1991 - how very period-appropriate - set with lovely sugarloaf cut colored stones including amethysts, citrines, pink tourmalines, emeralds, sapphires and diamonds.

This truly fabulous piece of Italian design and craftsmanship was once famously owned by Princess Yasmin Aga Khan!

Two Tubogas gold bracelets with amethysts, rutilated quartzes and diamonds adorned Gaga's wrists!

Translating to "gas pipe" in Italian, tubogas is one of the many chain-making techniques that define Italian jewellery design. Indeed, gold chains are an intrinsic part of Italian jewelry tradition, where numerous styles are now considered timeless.

Her metallic gold leather gloves are the Montserrat by Paula Rowan. The leather is dyed, treated and stitched in Italy by the world’s top producers of leather gloves using traditional methods perfected over generations.

Here, she rocked a custom Dominic Young raspberry-colored blazer with contrast black crochet-covered lapels paired with a Luna di Seta silk top...

...vintage gold, rhinestone and red gripoix collar necklace and matching earrings set...

...a pair of the Paula Rowan’s Aida leather gloves in black...

...and these vintage Gucci black suede leather horsebit open-toe pumps.

Patrizia visited Paolo’s atelier, wearing this vintage Emanuel Ungaro “Parallele” line pink & black polka-dot ruched sheath dress with draped skirt and puff shoulders from Tirelli Costumi.

The loud 80s look was accessorized with Pikkio jewelry, this vintage Gucci logo leather belt…

…a vintage Gucci black leather shoulderbag with gold metal and wooden horsebit detail...

…and the Manolo Blahnik BB black leather pointed-toe stiletto heels.

Getting out of church, Patrizia wore this beautiful custom Dominic Young 80s-influenced purple printed wrap dress which she paired with a vintage unsigned brown mink stole trimmed with foxtails.

Her accessories included a the aforementioned Manolo Blahnik pumps, vintage gripoix jewel printed silk scarf in blue (similar pictured) from Annamode Costumes…

…this vintage unsigned gold and black enambel crystal snake brooch from Pikkio…

…Paula Rowan’s Aida vintage-inspired black suede leather gloves…

…and a vintage Gucci ostrich leather bag as you can see in this on-set photo!

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5 Times Richie Wouldn’t Let Eddie See Him and the 1 Time He Did

This is part 2 to this ask. Enjoy! Xx T

1. So eventually the losers are allowed to visit Richie. But the second Eddie steps into the room, sheepish and last, Richie is screaming at him to get out. He doesn’t listen to what anyone has to say about the situation. There’s not much small talk to be made, but if not before this, their bond is solidified and everyone gives him as best of a hug as they can and more or less, tell him that they’re happy he’s alive.

2. The next time he sees Eddie is when his nurse pokes her head in,

“Honey, your friend has been out here quite awhile.”

“I’m not up for company.”

He can feel Eddie’s brown eyes on him.

“Richie,” and there’s so much in that one word. In his name. There’s twenty seven years between them.

“Go home.”

Bev shows up with a store bought cake. She explained to him that she never could bake. It’s funny how it made sense, even though he hadn’t seen her in all of these years.

“Are we going to talk about the elephant in the room?”

“The fact that I never sat around and talked boys with you?” He asks with a grin.

“No, you absolute idiot. Eddie? Our Eddie?”

“I just remembered five minutes ago.”

“Richie.”

“What? It’s a non issue.”

“Non issue? He’s been out there everyday. All day.”

“How do you know Beverly? Oh yes, because you’re here every day too. Like a good old friend.”

She snorts,

“Friend? Richie,”

“Don’t. Please don’t.”

“I don’t know what type of repressed shit-“

“Bev,” Richie chokes, tears springing to his eyes, “please don’t.”

Bev pats his hand,

“Okay honey. Okay.”

3. The next time he sees Eddie is when he wakes up. It’s early. Too early. Probably around six. He’s switching out the flowers on Richie’s bedside table. He didn’t realize someone needed to do that. He didn’t realize the flowers were always fresh. Of course it would be Eddie.

Eddie’s standing there, sheepish, hair not even bothered to be slicked back, looking disheveled as all hell. His facial hair is growing and Richie doesn’t think he’d be able to handle him in a full beard. He’s wearing a sweatshirt and track pants. He looks incredibly guilty,

“I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have,” he starts but cuts himself off when he realizes that Richie isn’t shouting at him.

“It’s fine,” Richie grunts out.

“I’ll just,” he points to the door.

Richie hesitates. He wants Eddie to come closer. He wants to see him. He wants him to say something.

“Can you get me a glass of water?” Richie asks slowly.

He doesn’t know exactly what he’s doing. Doesn’t know what he’s going to say when Eddie brings him his water. What he’s going to do. If he’s going to offer Eddie to sit or-

He’s pulled out of his obsessive thoughts,

“Of course. Of course let me just,” and Eddie rushes out of the room.

Richie hasn’t shut up in 42 years. He knows how to talk. He knows how to talk to Eddie too. Eddie was his best friend, for years. But now, Eddie knows he has a crush on him.

He wants to snort at the thought, a crush, yeah right. He may have had a crush on Eddie when they were ten. But now, now he’s a grown ass man with grown ass feelings about... well, another man.

If he wasn’t a pussy, if he, well if he’d thought about his feelings for Eddie. Processed them like an adult. But when was there time for that? Between near death situations?

By the time Eddie gets back with a glass of water, he’s worked himself into a panic. His hand is shaking when he reaches out to grab the glass and as the back of their hands slide together, he yelps,

“Get out. Get out.”

“Rich, man,”

“Get out!”

And Eddie just gives him a sad smile and walks out. Somehow the little paper hospital cup has a slice of lemon in it and Richie throws it against the wall. He’s fucked.

4. He can feel her presence before she even walks in the door. His sister Sarah is a force to be reckoned with. He hates her because she got all the attractive genes, leaving Richie with fuck all.

She sashays into the room. What are probably designer sunglasses on her head, holding back her wildly curly hair. She has piercing green eyes and she’s tall and thin with a Louis Vuitton bag over her shoulder and a basket of what looks like utter shit in her hands.

“Richie, you almost fucking died on me!” She shouts, throwing her stuff into the nearest arm chair. She’s wearing an olive green pea coat over a black sweater, jeans and a pair of high heeled gray booties.

Sarah is. What is Sarah. She’s a fashion designer. For lack of a better word. She’s not exactly sewing the clothes tooth and nail like high school anymore, nor has Richie seen her with a sketch book recently. The point is she’s rich, and fun and relatable and literally ended up on the Top Bachelors/Bachelorettes List of 2017. It drives Richie crazy. He’s the actually famous one dammit. And he hadn’t even made the cut. It kills him the way Sarah charms her way through interviews. Shit, she gets papped more than him it feels sometimes. Suddenly, all that charm is on him and she crosses the room to throw her arms around him.

She feels like home, and smells like Bath and Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar since she has since she was thirteen and Sarah. The Sarah Tozier is crying into his shoulder.

“I love you Richie. Stop trying to be a hero all the fucking time.”

“A hero?” He asks, slightly confused.

“Yes,” she hisses, “there’s no way you own anything valuable enough to fight off a mugger for.”

He splutters,

“Is this face not valuable Sarah?!” He asks dramatically.

She rolls her eyes,

“Shut up Rich. I’m serious. What the fuck were you thinking? Look at you!”

“What? I’ve never been better,” he grits out.

“Never been better?! Fuck off with the jokes, we’re not seventeen! Never better? Concussion, punctured lung, this fucking cut on your face! Broken ribs. Sprained ankle. Richie, you’re tore the fuck up.” She says, sliding next to him in the bed.

Richie sits in silence, feeling throughly scolded.

“They have coffee here?”

“It’s shitty.”

She nods,

“Aren’t you like some huge celebrity now? Couldn’t you have sprung for a nicer place?”

He knows she’s gotten it off her chest, is less mad now and more concerned, so he slides back into bickering with her,

“First of all, I’m pretty sure no hospital has a fucking Starbucks adjoining the lobby. And second, your taste is about as putrid as that color coat.”

Her jaw drops,

“Take that back!”

“Never!”

“I’m gonna beat your ass when you’re put back together. There’s no way you of all people are insulting the way I dress.”

“I did and I am my beautiful sister.”

“Alright, turn on this damn tv because I’ve heard enough of your mouth already.”

“Your words wound me.”

“They should. I’ve been here like ten minutes.”

There’s a lull in conversation as he turns easily to where he knows Dr.Phil will be on.

“Speaking of which-“

“Here we go.” He starts.

“I know that I did not see that little cutie Eddie fucking Kaspbrak outside!” She all but squeals.

Before Sarah ended up fucking hating them like older sister’s do, back in the day, she had fucking loved them. In fact, Sarah was a big reason that Richie even started thinking about Eddie that way. She was always pushing them together. Not even like that, but in a way that grouped them all up. Bill and Bev. Stan and Mike and Ben. And Eddie and Richie. Eddie and Richie.

“He’s not cute. He’s a grown ass man.”

“I didn’t ask you if he was cute.” She looks him over once. “So a reunion?” She asks. 

Very pointedly, Instead of asking “Is there something you need to tell me?”

“Um yeah. All of us losers were there.”

“Including Eddie fucking Kaspbrak.”

“Sarah.” He says. Daring her, almost.  

“You never settled down.”

“Neither did you,” he argues.

“I’m busy fucking my way through pre-Bachelorette contestants.”

“Sarah.”

“I’m pregnant.”

“You’re what?!”

“And your gay.”

“Sarah!”

She glares at him. Daring him to challenge her.

“Tit for tat?”

She nods,

“Tit for tat.”

“Deadass?”

“Deadass. For Eddie, right?”

“Always for Eddie. Are you.. anything else? In a relationship perhaps?”

“Yeah. I’m.. it’s a something. Did you tell him?”

“He.. found out.” He grinds his teeth. Forgets to ask his question.

“Do you remember when you kissed him?”

“I what?!”

“You were five. I married you in the backyard. I omitted the kiss, but it was you who insisted.”

“I did not.”

“Did to.”

“Does he know?” Richie asks.

“Why is Eddie out there instead of in here?” She snaps back.

Richie can’t believe it. His own sister knew. And she’d, she probably hadn’t forgotten. There had been no reason for her to lose her memories. So this whole time she’d known about Richie’s feelings. She’d said nothing. She.. she treated him the same. She’d loved him anyway. And suddenly he’s crying.

She holds him, like she always does, and he very pointedly does not think about Eddie outside in the waiting room.

“I love you Richie.”

“I tolerate you.”

“That’s my cue to leave.”

It takes her awhile to get her things and get herself together, and suddenly Richie is at the door, hugging her again.

“You’ve gotta tell him.”

“You need to talk to Eddie.”

Richie grins,

“Tit for tat?”

She hesitates before nodding and opening the door,

“Tit for tat.”

He’s just shutting the door when she trills,

“Oh my god. Eddie, sweetie. I haven’t seen you in years! Do you want to go grab lunch or something? Richie’s just exhausted. So it will probably be a few hours before he’s recovered.”

Richie shuts the door and crawls into bed, mind reeling.

5. “Richie honey!” It’s Janice, his favorite nurse and her favorite patient.  

“Yes Janet?”

“You know I’m going on vacation tomorrow.”

“I know, you witch. What about it?”

“Well you haven’t talked to your gentleman friend yet and you’ll probably be discharged by the time I’m back so,”

“Janice, I’m really not.”

“Honey, he’s right here. “

Eddie pokes his head in and his hair is still a mess and he’s got a little bit more than a five o’clock shadow, which means he hasn’t left.

“Janet.” He says desperately. “I don’t feel well, I can’t.”

“Richie please,” Eddie says desperately.

“I said I don’t feel well. Please don’t,” he says weakly.

“Richie honey, sooner or later-“

“Oh shut up and get out, get the fuck out Janice!” He snaps.

He sees the hurt flash across her face and then the door shuts forcefully.

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Richie’s being discharged. Sarah had to go back to New York, so Mike was bringing him to the airport. He’d left a card for Janice at the front desk with a promise to tickets to one of his shows, had his slides on, and was ready to go.

He’s not expecting Eddie to be in the waiting room. Still. He’s got his hair slicked back and he’s bare faced again. He must have a flight of his own to catch.

“Richie,” he says quietly.

Richie looks down, he doesn’t want to do this right now. He’s tired.

“Just, tell me if I’m wasting my time. It’s been ten days. I haven’t left your side. I. We need to talk about this. Can we please talk about this?”

“What’s there to talk about? You’re married. To a woman.”

“We’re separated. We’ve been separated. I didn’t like, leave her for you. You’re not that special,” he jokes.

“But you said-“

“Yeah, like I’m gonna show up and say I’m a failed divorcee.”

“Eddie I don’t have time-“

“Ask me.”

“Ask you what?”

“If I love you too.” He says quietly.

“I’m not gonna,” Richie’s stuck between wanting to collapse onto the ground and run away.

He tried to tell himself that it doesn’t matter if Eddie loves him, it doesn’t. They haven’t known each other for nearly thirty years. They each have their own respective lives. It doesn’t. This isn’t a fairytale. Richie has a life. Shows and obligations and he’s gonna be an uncle, holy shit. He has a girlfriend for Christ’s sake. So no, it doesn’t matter if Eddie loves him too. It’s too late for that. Life doesn’t work like that.

“Richie I,”

“Don’t!” He all but shouts, “I swear to fucking, don’t! It’s not fair.”

“Not fair? Richie what-“

“We can’t just be together. There’s, I have a life. You have a life. You have a job. You’re going through a divorce! No matter how we feel, it’s not, okay. It’s not, things aren’t just going to fit magically into place.”

“They can if we try.”

That sounds too much like the truth. Richie’s gut hurts. He doesn’t want to try. He doesn’t even want to start, because he knows he will not stop. No matter how things go. And if they ride hard, they’re going to crash and burn, fast. He’s lived his entire life in denial. He’d rather never know then to have things go south. And quickly.

He has to go, he has to get out of this situation.

“Can we try?” Eddie begs, “Give me a chance!”

“That’s the thing Eds. It wouldn’t be a  chance. It would be unlimited chances. And if things don’t work out, I can’t handle it.”

“So you’re counting us out before we’ve even tried?”

“Yes. That’s exactly what I’m saying.”

He tries to duck around Eddie, he’s got to get out of here.

“Richie, I love you. And I know it’s been like two weeks since our feelings came back but god they came back and I love you.  I love you more than I’ve ever loved anyone before. I hadn’t realized that until now. What love actually felt like. Truly felt like. Please give me a chance. Let’s work this out, let’s.”

Richie looks up when he hears Eddie’s voice crack. There’s tears in his beautiful brown eyes and he has his own stitches in his face and he’s thought of about ten jokes about their matching scars if they do get together.  Get together.

“I don’t,”

“Dammit!” And Eddie is kissing him.

He’s soft but firm and his huge palm and resting on the back of Richie’s neck and his mouth is hot, and slick.  He finds himself standing completely still, just letting himself be kissed.

Richie breaks away panting,

“I can’t take anymore. I have to go.”

“Richie please.”

“Stop for gods sake. Mike is waiting for me.”

“I can drive you!” He says desperately.

Richie shakes his head,

“I’m okay.”

Eddie frowns in disappointment. Richie feels bad leaving, he does. But he’s scared, and it’s his first kiss with a guy and the guy is Eddie. But he can’t take it anymore. He’s anxious to get to the pharmacy to pick up his prescription because his ribs are killing him, and he’s nervous to return to an empty apartment.

Eddie’s still staring at him and Richie adjusts his backpack straps before leaning in to kiss Eddie’s cheek,

“I’ll text you when I’m on the plane.”

He starts walking away,

“Richie!” Eddie calls.

Richie turns around,

“I-“

Richie shakes his head. Smiles a bit.

“I know.”

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