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Everyone say power, rise up, rise up, to the beating of hype and understanding of a currency that will work for you and everyone on the planet as it will gain in popularity. Removing its circulating supply along the way to increase its wealth share in growth of SHIB!
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Shiba Inu's Lunar New Year Celebration: Sending Warm Wishes and Riding the Bullish Wave into the Year Ahead
As the Lunar New Year unfolds, the Shiba Inu ecosystem team sends warm wishes to the SHIB community on the X platform, expressing anticipation for a prosperous year ahead. The Year of the Dragon has proven to be exceptionally fortunate for the crypto market, witnessing a significant uptick led by Bitcoin that has ignited bullish hopes and excitement among Shiba Inu enthusiasts.
In the midst of the festive Lunar New Year atmosphere, the Shiba Inu team, in an optimistic X post, extends joyous greetings to SHIB holders and shares aspirations for the upcoming year to be the most prosperous yet for Shiba Inu enthusiasts. The symbolic significance of the Year of the Dragon, representing strength, power, and good fortune in the Chinese zodiac, resonates with positive vibes within the Shiba Inu community.
During the Lunar New Year festivities, Shiba Inu experienced a notable surge of 0.01%, reaching approximately $0.000009373 within 24 hours. This surge has sparked hopes among enthusiasts for a continued bullish trend, potentially propelling the cryptocurrency to the psychological milestone of $0.00001.
Highlighting the positive market momentum, Shiba Inu developer team member LUCIE SHIB sheds light on the innovation within the Shiba Inu ecosystem in a recent X post. LUCIE SHIB showcases the remarkable progress of Shibarium, the Shiba Inu blockchain, emphasizing the unwavering dedication and innovation displayed by developers despite the challenging conditions of the crypto market.
Describing the Shiba Inu community as a "different breed" characterized by unwavering commitment and focus, LUCIE SHIB points to notable projects such as MantraProtocol, ShibaPunkz, MARSWAP1, theshibdream, SharbiToken, ShibCoOp, and many others. These projects showcase the diversity and depth of innovation within the Shiba Inu community.
As the Year of the Dragon unfolds, the Shiba Inu community stands with unwavering optimism, fueled by the indomitable spirit of innovation and resilience. With determination and zeal, they are ready to navigate the dynamic crypto landscape, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth and advancement.
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Navigating Market Swings: Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Cardano (ADA) Lose Momentum, ABC Network (ABCN) Presents a Path to Wealth
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Shiba Inu sees a decline in price
Cardano trades downward after the last surge
ABC Network app is available at Playstore
Shiba Inu (SHIB): Downward Trend
Shiba Inu (SHIB) is prominent in the crypto community for its leading status within the meme ecosystem. Notably, it is the second-most popular meme-inspired token in the crypto landscape. Meanwhile, the launch of Shibarium introduces blockchain utility into the Shiba Inu ecosystem.
The above highlights Shiba Inuâs vibrant ecosystem. In addition, it also boasts an active community and passionate following, which has been a catalyst for its growth until now.
However, recently, Shiba Inu has experienced a bearish trend. This can be linked to several factors, including profit-taking among investors.
Cardano (ADA): Price Correction after Rally
Cardano (ADA) is a big player in the crypto scene. Its value proposition revolves around the creation of decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts. Currently, Cardano is a top 10 cryptocurrency by market capitalization, which underscores its popularity and pivotal role.
However, recently, Cardano has witnessed a price correction. This move came after a substantial uptick in its value.
Nevertheless, investors are anticipating a bounceback soon. After all, as a top crypto, Cardano has shown its resilience on numerous occasions.
ABC Network (ABCN) Presents a Path to Wealth
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I am so mcfucking lesbian it amazes me every dayÂ
#like wow#every day I find a new reason to love women wtf#shibposts#just shib things#I see gf I go WOW#I see women I go WOW#women I heart you so much
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Shiba Inu Whale Buys $26M worth SHIB amid new listing news
Whales đł know what's up in the #Crypto Space
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Melting Point | P.SH | CH.1
brother's rival!sunghoon x fem!reader warnings: heavily suggestive, kissing, perv!hoon, mentions of self doubt and overthinking, yn's mum is an asshole, anything else lmk! ch.1 synopsis: when circumstances unexpectedly bring you and your brother's long-time ice skating rival, park sunghoon, together, you discover a surprising connection. However, your brother forbids any relationship between you. Will you heed his advice or follow your heart? wc: 14.3k masterlist | next a/n: hi! first chapter is finally here and i hope you all like it. each chapter will be released on friday and roughly between 10k - 16k (since people wanted longer chapters, however, i am open to any feedback regarding lengths). enjoy and please leave any comments/likes/reblogs if you wish !! also, peep the new header
âWeâre dancing, dancing, dancing in the moonlight.'
The blaring of your alarm pulls you from the cocoon of sleep, and you groan into your pillow. The idea of getting up before 6 am feels like a crime, yet here you are, abruptly awakened at 4:30 am by the dulcet tones of TO1.
With a begrudging sigh, you reach for your phone, dismissing the alarm, and then collapse back, staring at the ceiling. This routine has been a part of your life since childhood, and you'd think you'd be accustomed to it by now. However, no matter how early you sleep, removing yourself from the warmth of your bed remains a daily struggle.
You can hear your brother and mum scooting around downstairs, their usual âDo you have everything?â, âWhere are the car keys?â, âGet your sisterâ conversations louder than they need to be at this time in the day. The last one does mean you better get a move on and go downstairs.
While you put on your peach-flavoured chapstick, your brother bursts into your room, âHurry up, Y/N.â His eyes roll and he slams the door shut as quickly as he opens it.
You have had the same routine since you were 6 years old. Same exchanges, same panic, same everything.Â
Minhee, your older brother, is the reason you have this same routine. When he was 6 years old, Mum took you and him ice skating for the first time and he was a natural. His feet took to the ice like fish to water, like chocolate to strawberries, like you to garlic bread. It was fated. By 7 years old he was already training and what was once a fun hobby turned into a gruelling regime of early rises and the need for a good winter jacket.
â2 minutes!â You shout down to them, one quick glance over in the mirror to make sure you look presentable. Â
Running down the stairs youâre greeted by your impatient mum tapping her foot, âCome on, Y/N we really canât be late today. Coach Kim needs us there as soon as possible. Big announcement.â Her hands are flapping around animated as she speaks, âI think heâs finally going to let Minhee try that quadruple axel weâve been begging him to let him do for Nationals!â
Your brother looks disinterested, âMum, heâs already said itâs out of my depth.â His tone is bitter.
Minhee was amazing at ice skating, winning so many medals your mum had you move out of your double room to the box one so she could display them all. By 10 he was the youngest ever in your city to reach state championships and by 14 he was competing at the National level. It did make him the golden, silver, and bronze child in your family, but you didnât mind all that much - not that you would tell her it did.Â
Itâs not like youâre doing anything half as impressive as winning trophies, now that was what your mother truly found pride in. You could become a CEO or a lawyer but if you couldnât hit a toe loop worthy of gold it wouldnât impress her.
You did try skating when you were younger but it was like you turned into Bambi, never able to find your feet. Even when it snows in winter you canât hold yourself up. Deep down your mum hoped you would be just like Minhee, creating an opportunity for you both to branch into pair figure skating like the Shib Sibs but no matter how many times Minhee tried to teach you or she got his coach to give you a few free pointers, you couldnât do it. Sheâs disappointed and quite frankly you think she holds a grudge against you for not being anything like your amazing, spectacular, talented brother.
But you still loved to watch the sport, how efficiently and painlessly each skater would glide across the ice and do manoeuvres that defied gravity. It was a magical sport, so when your mum dragged you along to every practice because she couldnât afford a babysitter, you didnât mind all that much.
Tying up your final lace you stand up from the bottom step and Minhee passes you your black jacket with faux fur lining. You mutter a quick âthanksâ before grabbing your book bag and all three of you head to the car.
"What if it's the Olympics!" Squealing, your mother fastens her seatbelt. What if it was the Olympics? Despite consistently finishing in the top three, if not first, in most major competitions in his teenage years, his coach never selected him for the Youth Olympic Games. But now that heâs 20 years old, he could compete in the Olympics.
Your brother looks sideways at your mother and widens his eyes, "You think so?" It was his dream to make it to the Olympics, and even if he didn't win, he wanted to experience everything; the different country, being surrounded by the best of the best - he had been planning his routine for it forever.Â
There is a little envious man who climbs up on your shoulder from time to time when conversations like this happen. Of course, you would be so happy for Minhee, after all, he works harder than anyone you know but you wish it was you. Not necessarily the skating part, but to be so good at something you have a goal and dreams that take you to the top. Just something to make you feel alive.
Youâre in your 2nd year of University studying Events and Marketing after your mum said it would be good for you to learn how to pitch reasons why Minhee would be a great brand ambassador. So you did it to please her. Honestly, you actually do enjoy it, you wonât lie about that, but the lack of appreciation for your efforts goes unnoticed 99% of the time. The 1% was when you got to shadow a boss at a Nike headquarters branch a few cities over.
âGet a good word in for Minhee while youâre there!â
She was proud of you that day.
As the car rolls up to the rinkâs parking lot your mother turns serious, âIf this is about choosing you for the Olympics, Min, you need to act excited and unexpectant, they may be filming a behind-the-scenes documentary on your journey to a gold medal.âÂ
Image. Your mum was big on keeping Minheeâs reputation on brand. Right now his âbrandâ is being humble and noble.
âYes mum,â he salutes, âSmile and flutter.â Winking and smirking as he mocks his usual signature poses causes you to laugh but your mum finds nothing funny and her change in aura scares both of you out of the car.
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The usually quiet ice rink is filled with chatter and chaos, with over 20 people speaking over each other. Minhee looks down at you and you shrug. None of you had any clue what was going on but if your years of watching Detective Conan paid off you would say that whatever caused this commotion was the reason the coach asked Minhee to come in as quickly as possible.
Customarily, at this time in the morning, itâs Minheeâs solo practice hours to work on his routine for Nationals so this many people here is concerning.
âListen!â Coach Kimâs voice bellowed around the arena putting the chattering to a halt, âI know this is untimely and inconvenient, trust me, it is for me too,â Your eyes follow his and see another coach standing about 2 meters from him, âBut we need to make this work and to do that I need you to listen to me.â
As your family approaches the disarray, Coach Kim beckons you all forward. Minhee is the first to ask the all too important question, âWhatâs going on, Coach?â The people behind you scatter and begrudgingly tread out of the building, their faces glum and disgruntled.
âMinhee, Ms. Kang, Y/N,â Coach Kim greets you all, âSorry about all that, although telling them was a lot less scary than you.â
âWhat? Is this place shutting down?â Minhee jokes but by the look on Coach Kimâs face he isnât far off.Â
âNot exactly.â Scratching his neck, Coach Kim looks everywhere but Minheeâs eyes, âYou know the Albion Centre? The rink on the other side of town?â All three of you nod despite that heâs only talking to your brother, âWell the council had a little meeting last week and theyâre turning it fully into a Hockey training centre.â
The words sit in the air as he hopes Minhee will come to the conclusion himself, âSo what? Just means more time for skating here right? If all the Hockey team are going over there?âÂ
Sighing, the coach nods, âFor sure, but it also means every skater from there will be, well, here.â He gestures around and then points half-heartedly at the other Coach who is stepping forward.
âKang Minhee, itâs great to meet you properly, Iâve heard nothing but great things,â he extends his hand which your brother accepts, still dazed from the information, âIâm Coach Lee.â
âWait so, EVERY skater in the town will be here? in Belmore? Coach Kim, that's not possible, my training time will be cut!â Minhee is sulking but you donât blame him. This is a fucked up situation.
Coach Lee answers, âNot true, Minhee, with the Hockey team over at Albion it frees up some ice time, youâll get to train more if you want to.âÂ
âAnd! No more shield guards around the rink, you always hated those!â Coach Kim smiles and playfully punches his chest.
There is something the Coaches arenât telling him. Like theyâre presenting him with all the benefits before hitting him with a bombshell. You know it and for sure your mother knows it. She has been eerily quiet throughout the whole exchange, if there is one thing more unsettling than her shouting, itâs her silence.
âAlbion, huh?â She steps forward and tapers her eyes, âIsnât that the rink where the Parks are located? And arenât you Lee Jaeho? The coach of that snake âIce Princeâ?â
Tension spreads around everyoneâs shoulders, the Coaches canât look at her, and none of you move.Â
A loud click echoes throughout the rink as someone walks through the door.
âCoach what the fuck?â The voice booms behind you, âWhy did I have to drive almost an hour to come here, why couldnât we just meet at Albi?âÂ
Park Sunghoon.Â
Whatâs that saying? Speak of the devil and he shall appear? His mother shuffles in behind him, vocalising her own distaste for being here as if it were the most inconvenient thing in the world. Little do they knowâŠ
Itâs like the world stops when Sunghoon and Minhee see each other and not in a rom-com way, âWhat the fuck is HE doing here?â Sunghoon points to Minhee, not taking his eyes off him.Â
âThis is MY rink, Park.â
Sunghoon and Minhee have been competitors since they were 9 years old. Each of them competes against one another in every competition, always striving for first place. It began as healthy competition, and they were even friends at one point, but as they grew older and each mother became increasingly determined to claim their kid was superior to the others, a rivalry developed. If one of them did something, the other had to outdo it tenfold.
When Minhee learned how to do a double axel, Sunghoon learned a triple. When Sunghoon landed his Euler jumps, Minhee was landing an Euler but following it up with a Salchow. When Minhee won the Junior Silver Medal in 2015, Sunghoon won the Junior Gold Medal in 2016.
It was always like this.
Their similarities didnât help either, both 20, towering at 6â0, and blessed with faces that effortlessly drew admiring glances from girls. Objectively, youâve only really seen the attraction to Sunghoon given that Minhee is your brother, however, you're not blind to the bevvy of girls who gravitate towards him either. This is precisely why your mother insisted on Minhee maintaining his brand, which stood in stark contrast to Sunghoon's.
He wasnât rude or stuck up, actually from what youâve perceived from afar, he is kind and gentle. But unlike your brother's âhumbleâ persona, Sunghoon knows heâs good and will tell anyone about it. Sunghoonâs confidence is easily mistaken for haughtiness. He can come across as arrogant and cocky, just like those sports journalists have been branding him for years like he thinks heâs better than anyone else past and present.Â
Having been to every competition Minhee has skated in has led you to know a few things about Park Sunghoon. He was arguably the best skater in the division, even over Minhee, he was determined, hard-working, resilient, and fit as fuck.
To say you used to have a crush on him would be the understatement of the century, matter of fact it was so obvious back then that your mum would often reprimand you for staring at him too long. He was your first crush, you were 8 and he was 9, and like some girls that age you planned out a wedding, a future of 2 dogs and youâd both live in a pink palace. At first, it was his looks, no one in your primary school looked that pretty or even shone a torch compared to him. It was like seeing an angel for the first time. But then you started to grow up, and while still appreciating his face, you focused on how beautifully he skated and how majestic he moved. He was so passionate about the sport it made you feel butterflies, you hadnât seen love like that before. Sunghoon and the rink were fated to be together.Â
âSunghoon, calm down.â His coach whispered, âWe need to tell you something-â
âI am NOT sharing my rink with that fucking z-list prick, alright?â Minhee didnât hold back, he got that anger from your mother.
Turning to his coach, Sunghoon raised his eyebrows, âWhat does he mean sharing?â
Both Coaches exhaled. You canât imagine how many times they have had to explain this situation, they probably should have just sent out an email. So as Coach Lee takes Sunghoon and his mum to the side, Coach Kim is looking at Minhee apologetically, âIâm sorry, Minhee. I know heâs your biggest competition, and trust me, I donât exactly love this outcome either,â rubbing a hand down his exhausted face he whispers, âbut work with me here. Iâve scheduled you guys at different times, you wonât even need to see him.â
âThatâs not the point, Coach, you know how I feel about him.â
If it wasnât for your mum you seriously ponder whether Minhee would have such a strong hatred for the fellow ice skater, and as you look at Sunghoon you wonder the same thing.
âI know trust me, you and your mother make that perfectly clear every time we cross them at comps, but you just gotta live with it, son.âÂ
The coaches come back together and look at both of their young prodigies, âMinhee youâll train morning, and Sunghoon youâll train nights. Because of the merger of rinks, we have an excessive number of skaters, so we are making it a 24-hour arena but ONLY for you two and Wonyoung since Nationals are coming up.â Both coaches nodded their heads as if agreeing with themselves that this was a good choice, âSo if you happen to turn up at the same time, you respect each othersâ space and behave like grown men. Got it?â
Grumbling, your brother rolls his eyes, and Sunghoon nods. This is going to be a disaster.
Just as you think all bickering would be over, the mothers start chasing after the coaches as they head into the office. You felt bad for the trainers having to deal with this and getting blamed for it all, but most importantly, you feel sorry for them because they have to listen to both your mum and Mrs. Park for at least an hour.
Once the door to their office shut, it was silent, the only noise coming from the large ACs.Â
Scared to look any of them in the eye you place a hand on Minheeâs arm, âCome on, you need to practice.â
âEmphasis on the âneedâ.â Sunghoon pipes up and you wish he hadnât. You were a fool to think this parting would be civil.
Minhee pokes his tongue in his cheek and looks at his rival, âYou got something to say?â Heâs challenging Sunghoon, baiting him to start something, but Sunghoon doesnât budge, âBetter watch my skate doesnât somehow come flying off and slit you open.â Minhee was all bark and no bite, you knew this, but he seems deadly serious right now.
âIs that a threat?â Sunghoon stands tall against Minhee.
âItâs a fucking promise, Park.âÂ
No one says anything else, they donât have to, the look in their eyes is scary as they stand toe to toe with one another. âLetâs go, Mini.â You squeak out his nickname. By no means are you a timid person but you donât want to interject and suddenly find yourself in the firing line.Â
With a grunt, your brother obeys and storms out and into the changing rooms, leaving you and Sunghoon alone.
His stern eyes flicker to your soft ones, itâs been a while since youâve been this close to him, close enough to admire him. His black hair is fluffy and unstyled unlike how it is usually when you see him at competitions, the bags under his eyes prove how hard heâs working whether at skating or general life and the freckles that are perfectly placed on his face suddenly look more ethereal than before. Sunghoon is the epitome of beauty.
While youâre staring you fail to notice how he is staring right back at you, taking in all your features like heâs trying to commit them to memory. He hasnât seen you since Sectionals which didnât seem like that long ago but to him, it feels like a lifetime. Youâve cut your hair since then and Sunghoon noticed.
Meeting his eyes once again you see how they sparkle, just like they do when heâs on the ice.
âSorry for my brother, he can be-â
âA dick?â
âA lot,â Your tone is filled with warning. Sunghoon might have been right but thatâs still your brother, âHe can be a lot but you already know that.â
Walking up to you, he tilts his head and smiles softly, âDonât start apologising for him now, Sweets.â He leans so his face meets yours, âOr else youâll be apologising your whole life.âÂ
Sunghoon pats your head and makes his way to the coach's office, leaving you mesmerised.
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Minhee and Sunghoon have successfully kept their distance from each other for the past two weeks, which has been a relief to everyone. If this pattern continues, there is hope that everything will just be a harmonious as before the merge.
Although the rink was now open for their disposal, you were never more grateful. No, it wasnât for you, the coaches explicitly said it was for the future medalists, but you knew the receptionist for the building and she would let you away with anything if you batted your lashes and gave her a box of Toffees.Â
Growing up at the rink meant you found solace in the atmosphere and surroundings, so much so that you went there to simply study, the arena oddly hugging you in comfort while you tore the hair from your head. Skaters and staff became your friends with how much time youâve spent in the bleachers. Typically, it would be during the day with what little spare time you had, but with the building being open around the clock it means you can inhabit the premises in the middle of the night, the perfect time to get your head down and work.
That is where you are headed right now just after your shift at the supermarket. It was as painful as ever with customers not understanding that you donât make the prices, or that no you cannot watch their baby while they run for a jug of milk. Itâs baffling how dense some people can be.Â
The rink is a nice place to relax and get away from it all.
Pushing open the door you see the receptionist, Miss Barbara, filing her nails. She was a friendly woman, the kind type, but when Coach Kim told her she would have to work some nights she wasnât so sweet and caring, not to him anyway.
Her real name is just Barbara but as the years went on, she adopted this regal persona and insisted everyone call her Miss or Maâam. Only you and Minhee gave in to her request though.
âHi, Miss Barbara,â You wave. Reaching into your white tote bag you retrieve her bribes, eh, goodies, and pass them to her.Â
With much delight, she wiggles her fingers and slips them from the desk into her lap, âY/N you are my favourite person that walks through those doors!â Her eyes are trained on the sweets rather than you when she speaks which makes you chuckle.
âGlad I can be held in such high regard, Miss Barbara,â You change your accent to a posh one and wave like a Queen in her tiny town car. Lifting her head, Miss Barbara sees your roleplay and laughs, dismissing you into the rink.
As you step into the arena, the chill of the air greets you, accompanied by the soothing sound of skates slicing through the ice. Finding your way to the centre of the second row of bleachers, you settle in, unpacking your bag and gracefully arranging your belongings. Crossing your legs to create space for your laptop and paper, you deftly balance everything, a skill you've honed to perfection.
Typing in your password you hear the skates coming towards you and scraping to a halt but you donât look up.
âIf youâve come to spy on my routine you arenât doing a very good job at hiding.â Sunghoon playfully remarks. You hadnât even noticed it was him who was skating, since it was usually Wonyoung gracing the ice you just expected it to be her. He looks at your mess of a lap and scrunches his full eyebrows, âLike youâre really not making it discrete.âÂ
You look up and see him pointing to your laptop, âOh, no Iâm just studying.â Returning to typing you hear him scoff, making you look at him again.
âYou expect me to believe that?â The look on his face is incredulous when you donât budge, âWhat? Donât they have libraries at your Uni?â
Sunghoonâs tone is accusatory and you donât like it. âLook, I donât have beef with you okay? Thatâs the wrong Kang sibling.â There is no reason for him to be giving you attitude right now, you hadnât done anything wrong, an innocent bystander in all this.Â
Deep down he knew that too, but he couldnât be too careful.
Crossing his arms, he leans on top of the barrier and rests his chin, examining you and how much youâre telling the truth, âSo, what? You genuinely just sit here and study? Does the cold stimulate your brain or something?âÂ
âNo, itâs like white noise at this point, comforting.â Glancing up you see his still dubious expression, âUgh, look I come here all the time, ask anyone!â Your arms gesturing to the empty rink is not really helping your case.
Having had enough you slam the laptop shut and stand up, âWhatever, Iâll just go somewhere else.â
Sunghoon shoots his arms up to mock surrender, âWoah, Sweets, calm down, I was just making sure. Need to air on the side of caution, yeah?â His voice softens.Â
Making you uncomfortable wasnât on his list of things to do, but his mum made it very clear your whole family wasnât to be trusted, and he always heeded his mother's warnings even if he thought she was being overdramatic. âListen, stay here as long as you want but if I see your brother doing a double toe loop into a triple axel I know who to blame.âÂ
With a smirk, you sit back down, âSee now youâve just told me your big secret,â a laugh leaves your lips, âChanged your mind on trusting a Kang so soon huh?âÂ
Heâs flabbergasted.Â
Did he really just tell you part of his routine like it was nothing, in an instant after he just told himself not to be so trusting of you? Youâre more dangerous than he first thought, and you arenât even trying.
After seeing the realisation come over his face you laugh loudly, âSunghoon, donât worry. My brother can handle you on his own, he doesnât need to cheat to beat you.â
âSay that to my 8 first places over him.â It goes silent. Itâs not like you could argue with him, Sunghoon did beat Minhee in a lot of skates.Â
Trying to lighten the mood he points to you, âNo pictures.â He jokes and skates away adroitly.
You donât see the smile creeping onto his face, or the way tries to shake you out of his head. That conversation between you made him want it to be the start of many more, much more.
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Emerging from your room, you're taken aback to find your mom standing right at your door, narrowly avoiding a collision. Both of you gasp and instinctively clutch your chests. "Jesus, Y/N, you scared me," she exclaims. Ignoring the fact that she's lingering around your room, you offer an apology, which she quickly dismisses. "A letter came for you," she informs you, handing over the manila envelope before walking away. At least she isn't one of those moms who loiter and wait for you to open it; she doesn't fuss over things like that. Or perhaps, she doesn't fuss over you.
Abandoning your plan to head to the kitchen for a cup of tea, you return to your bed and sprawl across it, letting your legs dangle off the edge. With a swift motion, you tear open the envelope and unfold the letter, eagerly scanning its contents.
Dear Y/N Kang,
At Yonsei University, our students consistently impress us with their dedication and commitment to excellence. Each year, we have the privilege of acknowledging one outstanding student whose remarkable progress merits special recognition. This year, we are delighted to announce that you have been selected as the top student of Yonsei University.
In light of your exceptional achievements, we would be honoured to celebrate your success by presenting you with an award. A special ceremony, bringing together top students from across the city, will be held on the 23rd of September at 7 pm in the historic Cathedral adjacent to our university campus. You are welcome to bring a plus one to share in this momentous occasion.
Congratulations once again on this well-deserved honour.
You skim-read the rest, and a triumphant smile creeps onto your face. There's no conceivable way you're at the top of the University this year - perhaps the top of your year, but the entire university? It feels like a surreal, sick joke. Investigating the envelope, you spot the official stamp of Yonsei. It's real.
Bounding down the stairs, you find your mum and brother already seated at the dining table, ready for dinner, "Mum, Mini, look!" You flap the paper in their faces, excitement bubbling within you. Your mum tuts and carefully opens the letter, reading it with precision. You're searching for any sign of a reaction, but nothing surfaces. She simply places it down and checks her phone.
You sit down gingerly, awaiting her acknowledgement, hoping for some form of appreciation, "Hmm, thought so." Clicking the lock on her phone, she sets it aside, "Sorry, Y/N, Minhee has a schedule that day."
"But aren't you happy for me?" You ask, your excitement dampening. It's not just about the ceremony; it's about the achievement itself. She should be proud of you, "I'm at the top of my university."
"Yes, you are, darling," your mum responds, her tone lacking enthusiasm. Normally, it wouldn't bother you, but this is a big deal, huge even, and she couldn't spare you the time of day to at least pretend to be happy for you.
Your heart sinks, and the elation you felt a moment ago dissipates. She really did not care, and the void of her indifference casts a shadow over your significant accomplishment.
Minhee places a comforting hand on your shoulder, sensing your disappointment. "Top of the class, huh? Finally, you get one of your awards in my trophy room." His attempt at humour falls flat in the weight of the moment. Minhee notices your lack of response, withdrawing his hand and sinking into silence, his gaze fixed downward.
âWe just canât go, your brother has an advertisement to film that day, weâve been planning it for months. You understand.â
You had no choice but to understand.
âYes, Mum.â The acceptance cuts deep. You've never blamed Minhee for the uneven distribution of favouritism; it wasn't his fault, yet, the sting of yearning for a moment in the spotlight, just once, remains. The chair you rise from screeches against the floor. "I need to go tell my friends about it."
There isnât a protest from her, so you slip out quietly. Minhee extends a hand toward you, a silent gesture of support, but you donât bother acknowledging it. The door closes behind you, leaving a trail of unresolved emotions lingering in the air.
In truth, you didnât want to tell your friends right now, when you tell them you want it to be a happy occasion, not tarnished by your mum's attitude.
How could she be so nonchalant about the fact that you achieved such an award? You werenât looking for bells and whistles but a simple âWell done, Y/N.â would have sufficed. Was it too much to ask for? You did all this for her, after all.Â
A deja vu of last week, you push the heavy doors to the Belmore Centre, greeting Miss Barbara before heading to the rink.
The familiar scent of ice and warm rubber infiltrates your nose, offering solace and temporarily numbing the thoughts swirling in your mind. The rink, with its unique aura, never fails to bring you a sense of contentment.
As you take your usual seat, you can't help but notice an unusual absence of the rhythmic sound of skates cutting through the ice. It's just past 8 pm, yet the rink is eerily silent. For a change, it's pure bliss, the absence of the usual hustle and bustle providing an unexpected sanctuary.
Sitting with your head in your hands, you succumb to overthinking. If only you could have skated and achieved something that your mum could be proud of. What would it take?
A tear slips down your cheek, and you're oblivious to the approaching presence.
Sunghoonâs smile is subtle as he takes in your dishevelled appearance. Youâre not in your usual jacket, in fact, you look like you've hastily run out of the house as if you were just popping into the shop for milk.
With your hands buried in your head, he hears a sniffle, realizing that you're crying, âHey, hey, whatâs wrong?â Sunghoon drops his bag and skates as he rushes over to you, concern all over his face.Â
Shaking your head you just cry harder as your brain screams at you. It is so loud you canât hear anything else, certainly not the boy sitting next to you.
He rubs your back to calm you down but to no avail. Instead, you cry harder and he doesnât know what to do. Sunghoon isnât exactly an expert when it comes to crying girls, âSweets, stop crying.â Great, Sunghoon, just great, he curses himself, âUmm, no wait, shit, breathe! Iâve heard that works before.â He quickly made the realisation he would never make it as a therapist.
Sunghoon is always so confident and self-assured but right now with you he has no idea how to act.
What he doesnât realize is that his awkward attempt to console you has genuinely worked. Sunghoon fumbling over his words gives you something to focus on, and hearing him mutter to himself about how awful he is at this makes you laugh. Itâs a small laugh but one that breaks through the heaviness of the moment.
Hearing your laughter, Sunghoon whips his head to face you, his hand continuing to rub soothing circles on your back. âWhat happened, Y/N?â His voice carries a gentle concern, inviting you to share, but you just shake your head, not ready to delve into the details. âNah, come on. Whatever it is has really upset you. Itâs better to talk about it.â
His voice resonates with a soothing calmness, making you feel like you could confide in him about anything.
âI just feel like I'm not good enough and that anything I do will never meet her standards,â you shrug, expressing the weight of self-doubt that has been dragging you down.
âAh, itâs your mum, right?â His lips purse as he gazes ahead to the rink. The elude to âherâ being his only anchor of reasoning.
Your silence serves as confirmation. Sunghoon, all too familiar with the feeling of not being enough, understands your pain. But in this moment, it's not about him. He can only offer superficial advice, âIf you live your life based on other's expectations, youâll never be truly happy.â
âSays the competitive figure skater,â you lightly laugh, a hint of sadness slowly dissipating from your face.
Sunghoon pauses the reassuring circles between your shoulders and sighs, âYou got me there.â You were right; who was he to tell you to stop living for other people when thatâs all he has ever done since he was 6?
Seeing how his shoulders slump, you worry you might have hit a nerve. âHey, I didnât meââ
âDo you want to do something reckless?â The sudden switch from sadness to confidence confuses you, and you gaze at him as if he has two heads. It's remarkable how quickly he pulled himself out of his own thoughts, and you can't help but feel a twinge of envy.
When you donât respond, he pushes the idea further, âCome on, Sweets. Didnât have you as the type to say no to a little fun.â
âThere's a big difference between reckless and fun, so which is it?â you ask.
âCome and find out.â He smirks, a mischievous glint in his eyes.
Suddenly, Sunghoon springs to his feet and yanks you out of your seat, propelling you into whatever scheme he has up his sleeve. As his hand interlocks with yours, a peculiar flutter dances in your stomach.
âWhere are we going?â You glance around as he drags you past the rink and into the back rooms. "Whatâs so fun about plain grey walls and 'Employee of the Month' posters?â
Sunghoon simply rolls his eyes in response to your question.
The next thing you know, you're in a warehouse-like room, surrounded by old skating equipment, acrylite shields you've seen hockey players collide with, and an army of mannequins.Â
What somehow escapes your notice is the giant red Zamboni that Sunghoon is confidently strolling towards.
Seeing you mesmerized by the mannequins, Sunghoon waits for you to turn around, but you're too engrossed in the plastic figures to notice him. âLooking for your next boyfriend in there?â he teases, his voice slicing through the silence of the room.
Jumping at the unexpected remark, you hastily remove your hand from one of the figures' chests and whip around. Sunghoon leans against the Zamboni, a tilted smirk gracing his face, hands tucked casually in his trouser pockets. Embarrassed, you mumble a quick 'shut up' and shuffle over to him. To be honest, those dummies probably would have offered a more exciting conversation than most men.
Your eyes finally land on the Zamboni. It gleams, proudly bearing the bold inscription 'Zamboni Campbell' on the side. A few years ago, Coach Kim, in a moment of whimsy, had asked people to name the ânew love in his lifeâ through a Facebook post. Some 7-year-old had chosen 'Zamboni Campbell.' It might not have been the most clever name, but considering his age, you let it slide.Â
âPlease stop leaning on Zamboni Campbell; sheâs a national treasure,â you interject, half-joking. If anything were to happen to her, you imagine Coach Kim might have an aneurysm.
The figure skater scoffs and pushes himself off the machine, âSheâs no Zamby Malik.â He jokes, âMy baby boy is probably being abused right now.â The comment raises an eyebrow; what is it with some people and their weird fascination for anything with a motor? Your expression remains neutral as Sunghoon looks at you. âZamby Malik? Albionâs Zamboni? Named after Zayn Malik?â he questions.
âYeah, got that reference, thanks.â Stepping forward, your eyes meet his. âI have been a Niall worshipper for many, many years,â you say proudly. Youâve been a dedicated fan of Niall and all the One Direction boys forever.
âEh, more of a Louis girl myself,â Sunghoon shrugs and turns to face the ice resurfacer. âSo, how badly have you ever wanted to ride her?â His hands rub together in a way that eerily resembles a villain plotting an evil scheme.
Nope. Absolutely not. You're not getting on that thing. For one, Coach Kim would undoubtedly kill you both if he found out. He loves the Zamboni more than his own children. And two, you have no idea how to operate it. Disaster is inevitable. âI am not getting on that thing!âÂ
Sunghoon gives you a look that says âOf course, you are getting on that thing.â but he can give you all the looks he wants, you are not doing it.
âSweets, you need to have a go. Itâll help whatever is going on in that pretty little head of yours.â Sunghoon's hand playfully ruffles your hair before he strides towards the steps of the Zamboni.
Fixing your hair consciously, you find yourself following him. âHow will it help exactly? When I die from crashing it or at the hands of Coach Kim, at least I'll be free of my thoughts?â
Sunghoon spins around, and you walk right into his chest. âI was thinking more along the lines of a clear rink, clear mind, but your reasoning works too, I suppose.â His hands grip your shoulders and push you at arm's length. âSo?â
As you weigh up your options, for him, there's only one option â getting you behind the wheel of Zamboni Campbell.
âI donât know how to drive it though, Sunghoon.â That would surely deter him from this ridiculous idea. But it doesn't.
âDuh,â His eyes rolled once again, âIâll teach you obviously.âÂ
Itâs at that moment you understand that regardless of how long youâve known him, you donât actually know him. In fact, you havenât even had a conversation this long before.
âSince when did you know how to ride a Zamboni?â You inquire and Sunghoon removes his hands from your shoulders, running his fingers through his hair. God, he is so handsome.
âYou learn a thing or two being on the ice so long.âÂ
The truth is, he was constantly pestering the maintenance guy at Albion to clean the ice before his practice. He got so fed up hearing Sunghoon complain he told him to do it himself. So he learned, and ever since, heâs been whizzing on a Zamboni.
You are running out of excuses, and part of you is agreeing with him that this will be good for you. âFine.â
âThatâs a girl!â Sunghoon huffs, and you move to walk up the steps, but he stops you, holding up two fingers. âTwo things first.â
Removing his long liquorice-colored coat, he gently places it on your shoulders. The warmth lingering from his body heat in the linings of the jacket makes you realize how cold you were. âIt gets cold up there,â he says, straightening out the collar.
You push your arms through the holes and wrap yourself up in it. Sunghoon has broad shoulders, so the jacket makes you look ten times smaller than you are, creating a cosy cocoon.Â
If he knew it was okay to say, he'd probably tell you how cute you look. For now, he keeps that thought to himself.
Murmuring a polite âthank you,â you're grateful he doesnât ask why you don't have your jacket. Sunghoon hasnât pushed you to talk about it at all, and that's something you appreciate.
Sunghoon climbs up and gets situated behind the wheel.
âWait, you said there were two things?â The jacket is one, and what else?
âAh, thereâs only one seat up here so,â he pats his lap, âYouâre going to have to sit on my knee.â
He has to be joking, yet his face looks serious, a tinge of red sneaking onto his neck and ears. Heâs blushing. The playful challenge in his eyes mixes with genuine warmth. It's clear he wants to make you smile.
Cute.
âI canât teach you from down there, now come on up.â He continues.
He wonât give up, apparently, so with a huff, you start scaling the steps, standing at the top and realise how high this thing is. Sunghoon puts his hand out for you to take as he guides you to sit down. âThis is super high,â you state patently.
Sunghoon laughs and shakes his head, âYouâre just small, Sweets.â His hands go to your waist to stabilise you while you hike one leg over him. âThatâs it, not so scary, huh?â
Slowly, you sit down on his lap, getting yourself comfortable. You feel his thighs tense under you. âOh, am I too heavy?â
Quickly, he shakes his head, âNo, not at all, Iâve got legs of steel.â He slaps the side of his thigh and relaxes them a little. Sunghoon wonât say it, but the way you wriggled to get comfy was putting pressure straight on his cock, making him tense up. It would be rude to pop a boner right now no matter how good you feel, given the circumstances.
âSo what do I do?â
âHmm?â He was too busy lost in his thoughts he forgot what he was doing. âOh, right,â he turns on the machine and guides you through the steps. âSo there are six levers, each does their own thingâconditioner, elevation, brush, tyre wash, wash water,â he continues going through the controls.
While heâs explaining, you observe how fast his lips are moving. Is he always this talkative, or is it just with you? A part of you hopes for the latter. âAnd we are good to go.â He finishes and smiles. You probably should have paid attention because now heâs looking at you expectantly. âYou didnât listen to a word I just said, did you?â
âSomething about water being washed?â you bring your shoulders up sheepishly and smile, showing all your teeth.
The look on his face feigns annoyance, âHow about I drive and you sit there and look pretty, yeah?âÂ
Pretty. Thatâs the second time he's inadvertently called you pretty.Â
Sunghoon reaches his arm around you, starting the machine up and driving it onto the rink, his other hand is holding you securely in his lap. The ice resurfacer is in full swing as it sweeps the edges of the rink. You havenât seen the rink from this angle before and it brings forth a new appreciation.
âGonna need you to pump for me.â
It takes you a minute to process his words before craning your neck around to look at him, âExcuse me?â You have no idea in what context that sentence couldnât be laced with innuendo.
He seems unphased, or maybe just unaware of his words double entendre, and points to the right of the machine, âThis Zam has a manual wash water lever, you need to pump it for me, Sweets, I canât reach it with you on my lap.â
Can he please stop saying pump for all that is holy?Â
You screw your head back on and see the black lever he is talking about, âThis one?âÂ
His one hand on your hip squeezes slightly when you reach over, âYeah just lift it up and down, it might be heavy for you so be careful.âÂ
Sunghoon watches you pump the water washer a few times, you use both hands to grasp the lever so he tightens his hold on your waist to ensure your safety. After he has focused on the task at hand he notices the way your hands are gripped around the lever, your fingers barely able to wrap around it. He canât stop the next thoughts that come into his head. What he wouldnât give to have you stroking his cock with those pretty hands.
The next thing he notices is how youâre softly grunting as you put the work in and your arms losing pace due to repetition and tiredness. The scene in front of him isnât calming his thoughts down any because now heâs thinking if these noises are similar to ones you would make while bouncing on his dick. He feels like a pervert because here you are upset and heâs got crude thoughts of you infiltrating his mind.Â
âThatâs enough for now, Sweets.â His voice is strained, he could have watched you do that for hours but for the sake of the ice and his dignity, he needs you to stop.
Pulling away and shuffling back to comfort on his lap you smile, âThat was weirdly fun. It got some frustration out of me.âÂ
Itâs ironic because frustration has seeped into Sunghoon, horny frustration, and you are so blissfully unaware.
âWow, look how sparkly it is!â You exclaim as your eyes are glued to the ice behind you. Maybe only once have you seen the rink so clean, but even then it wasnât like this, itâs practically glistening. Zamboni Campbell needs to pat herself on the back.
The boy steering her also needs to praise himself not just for the excellent resurfacing job, but also for helping you. Itâs not until now you see that his plan worked, he got you out of your head and stopped the crippling thoughts that were bound to consume you if you didnât have this distraction.
Both of you lap the rink 4 times before Sunghoon looks at his handy work and smiles, âShe drives like a dream.â He steers back into the warehouse, trying to park the Zamboni close enough to where they found it.
âBetter than Zamby Malik?â You tease.
âNever, but sheâs not far off.â Sunghoon doesnât let go of the hold he has on your waist despite the ice resurfacer being stagnant. Instead, heâs slightly massaging your sides, an action you can barely feel because of his coat engulfing your body, but you feel it enough.
Turning around so your legs are draped fully over his thighs, you're about to get off him, but you don't. You should stand up, climb down the steps, and leave it as a nice memory, but this future memory feels too short like there should be something more to it.
Sunghoon feels it too, thatâs why heâs staring at you so intensely. The once shallow smile he had on his face now dropped off; his eyes are looking deep into yours, and his hands move up your waist slightly, yet he doesnât make a move.
This has to be your decision. Something you want.
If there was ever an inappropriate time to think about your brother, itâs when youâre two seconds away from kissing a guy. Minheeâs face flashes in your mind, and you realize what youâre about to do - youâre about to kiss Minheeâs biggest rival, his arch-nemesis, how could you even face your brother if you gave in to this?
Sunghoon watches you while your brain flips out; you donât look like youâre 100% certain of the idea of his lips on yours. âSweets?â he squeezes your waist and sighs, âWe should get going.â
Oh.
All youâre thinking about is why he didnât kiss you, and why it hurt a little that he didnât. It looked like he wanted to; maybe you took too long, or he stared long enough to realize you werenât actually pretty. You guys don't even know each other well, but you feel yourself being pulled towards him. Wasnât it the same for him? Your brain went from overthinking one thing to another.
Nodding your head, you stand up carefully and make your way down. You canât even look at him out of shame and guilt for even entertaining the idea of kissing him. Your mum would be so disappointed if she knew.
Sunghoon follows you down but unlike you he is keeping his eyes fixed on your face, focusing on every change in your manner both positive and negative. He wanted to kiss you but you looked like you were about to pass out from the thought of it. Sunghoon wanted you to be certain, âIâll drive you home.âÂ
âNo, no itâs fine, Iâm not that far from here.â Being in a car with him after this wouldnât be the best outcome, your mind is still on his lips.
âPlease, Y/N, itâs late. I just want to make sure youâre safe. Anything could happen.â Sunghoon doesnât want you to walk home, yes because of safety concerns, but also because he wants to spend even a fraction of a minute more time with you. You seem to be one of the few people in this world he can relax around.
He should have just kissed you.
The look on his face is serious but his eyes are soft, not asking but begging you to just say yes.Â
âSure.â The atmosphere is heavy, filled with longing and tension. Youâre both thinking different things.
Youâre analysing every specific detail from tonight to see if you have done something wrong, anything that would have stopped him from kissing you.
And Sunghoonâs brain is filled with various thoughts of you from tonight. The lever, the way you felt so right sitting in his lap, and more importantly how amazing it felt to be the one that made you smile. The way you smiled and giggled on the Zamboni is something he is going to commit to memory.Â
As of today, he will start keeping part of his brain solely for you to occupy.
The walk to Sunghoon's car is silent, free of the laughter and conversation that previously filled your space. Both of you appear to be over-analysing each other's previous acts, which makes the situation more awkward than it needs to be.
Sunghoon's car is impressive: a sleek monochrome Peugeot New 2008 with a black interior. The scent of his fresh cologne combines with the ocean-scented tree-shaped air freshener hanging from the rearview mirror.
âThis is a nice car.â You note, buckling up your seatbelt.
âSheâs a beaut, isnât she? Got her as part of a brand deal with Peugeot Sport.â His hands caress the smooth wheel and his lips upturn into a proud smile. Brand deals and advertisements are not what you want to hear about right now, especially when itâs the one thing your mum cared about instead of your award. Your sour mood doesnât go unnoticed, âLetâs get you home, yeah?âÂ
That was the one place you didnât really want to be right now but you nod, shoulders slumped a little at the thought of facing your mum again.
âOr,â Sunghoon starts, âWe could get some food? The University Cafe is always open late.âÂ
It was like he could read your mind, âYeah, I could eat.âÂ
With that, Sunghoon starts the car and drives to the cafe. The way your face turned a little paler when he said he would take you home alarmed him. He doesnât think youâre in danger there, Minhee might be a dick but he was protective over you, he wouldnât let anything happen, and Sunghoon knew that. Whatever it is, you didnât want to go home, and Sunghoon is more than willing to keep you to himself for a couple more hours.
The journey to the cafe, situated more on his side of town, unfolds in silence, only disrupted by the gentle strains of Hozier's "Like Real People Do" emanating from the radio. A wry smile tugs at Sunghoon's lips, finding the song's relevance a touch on the nose for the current situation.
Upon arriving at the cafe, you're taken aback by its shabby appearance - chipped walls, adjacent graffiti, not to mention itâs deserted. Sunghoon, attuned to your hesitance, reassures you, âItâs a lot nicer than it looks, promise. Iâve been coming here forever.â Stepping out of the car, he leaves you with the choice of venturing into the weathered establishment or remaining in the safety of the car. Despite your reservations, a rumble from your stomach nudges you to join him inside.
The interior mirrors the exterior's wear and tear, yet a certain comfort envelops the air as Sunghoon guides you with a reassuring hand on the small of your back. âSit anywhere you like, Sweets.â
Opting for a seat by the back window, you settle into the firm, brown booth without ridding yourself of Sunghoon's coat, a silent acknowledgement that your stay may be short-lived. You arenât a snob but you have a cafe like this in your side of town and it isnât somewhere you choose to occupy.Â
Noticing your scrutiny of the surroundings, Sunghoon, with a laugh, takes a seat across from you, studying your expression, "You donât like it, huh?"
Huffing, you cast a critical eye around the place, "Not really, no."
You were brutally honest, heâll give you that, âWait until you try their food and then judge okay?â He chuckles and hands you the menu on the table.
A waitress waltzes over with a pen and paper. Sheâs too beautiful for a place like this, her rosy cheeks and long flowing brown hair make you jealous, âSunghoon! My favourite ice slasher, how is it going?â
While they engage in small talk you look at the menu looking for something safe to eat. Maybe you should just wait for Sunghoon to order and get the same thing.
âY/N, you know what you want?â He turns to you.
âOh, so youâre the Y/N?â the waitress grins.Â
What does that mean? How does she know your name? When you glance at Sunghoon, you notice his intense stare fixed on the girl. This is strange. The waitress seems to pick up on Sunghoon's unspoken communication, smirking as she says, "I mean, you're Kang Minhee's sister, right?" She then slowly turns her attention to you.
Ah, that's how she knew. He must have spoken ill of Minhee and you enough times for her to recognize you. Fueled by this assumption, you shift into defence mode. "Yeah, I am," you reply sharply, your expression hardening as you lean back, raising your eyebrows and waiting for her response, half-expecting her to be rude to you.
Strangely, the waitress's expression brightens. "It's nice to meet you, Y/N. Can I get you anything?" Her voice carries genuine warmth.
Now you feel a bit guilty. She seems genuinely nice.
"Uh," you glance at the menu again, uncertain of what to order. "What's good?"
Sunghoon intervenes with a smile. "She'll take my usual," he tells the waitress as she departs. Ordinarily, you dislike when men presume to order for you, but in this instance, you're grateful for the assistance. "It's just a plain cheese and ham panini with tomato, pesto, and hot sauce. It sounds simple, but it's delicious."
You expected Sunghoon to be a burger and fries kind of guy, but with his physique and strict regimen, you should have known his tastes would lean towards the healthier side of things.
âDid you order a drink with this âusualâ or am I supposed to just swallow it dry?âÂ
âComes with diet coke and a lime.â He says timidly, now for the first time he is self-conscious about his food choice. Sunghoon would like nothing more than to chomp into a pizza and a full-fat Pepsi but with Nationalâs coming up at the end of the year, he needs to stick somewhat to his meal plan. In hindsight, he should have ordered you something you might have liked. What did you like? He didnât even know that simple fact, âDo you want something else? I can change it.â
âNo itâs okay, Iâll trust your judgment,â You relax into the booth, âShoot me if iâm being too straight forward but donât you have enough money to go like, I donât know, somewhere nicer than this?âÂ
Raising his hands in a gun motion he pretends to shoot you and you fake a wound in your shoulder. Itâs nice to be playful like this, Sunghoon hasnât had this for a long time, âYou know how to ask a question, Sweets.âÂ
He then shrugs and looks around the cafe, not unlike how you were doing earlier but his eyes arenât filled with distaste; theyâre shining in fondness.
âItâs where my dad would take me after practices. Mum would never let me come here once I started aiming for professional level, too much grease and too many carbs.â He recalls a time his mum had him on a diet at 11 because he wasnât flying high enough and a frown appeared on his face, âMy dad though, he wanted me to be at least somewhat a normal kid so every Wednesday when mum worked late we would come here. Eat whatever we want and then pop a breath mint in the car.â
Sunghoonâs features are mixed with hurt and fondness, âSorry, about your dad.â You offer your condolences.
When Sunghoon was 15 his dad died of a heart attack right before the Junior Championships and it broke him to the point he didnât want to skate anymore, it wasnât fun because his dad was always the one to cheer him on. His parents had their roles, his mum was strict and direct, getting him to train hard and achieve his best. And his dad was the reliever, encouraging him to have fun and let loose, be a kid. With one half of the balance scales gone, it was difficult for Sunghoon to maintain any adolescent normality. Perhaps thatâs why heâs so fond to have you around.
In the silence you speak up, âYou know your dad used to sneak me a packet of Haribos nearly every competition.â The boy's head whips to look at you and tilts, a knowing look on his face, âYeah, and every time he would say âWith everything so sour, we deserve something sweetâ.â You smile at the thought.
âI-, he was kind like that.â He wants to say more, but he stops himself.
His dad was the nicest man in the whole world. When you found out the news that he passed away, you cried a little. Your mum being your mum she didnât understand it, claimed you didnât know him enough to mourn. Regardless of how well you knew him, people who were so kind and loving donât deserve to be taken from this world so quickly.
You see the look on Sunghoonâs face lighten up a little, the shadow over his eyes washing away and when he looked at you, the sparkle came back, âSo, you canât hate this place or else I can pull the dead dad took me here card.â
âFine. I love it.â The words feign mocking when in actuality they are full of understanding.
The waitress from earlier brings over the drinks in a frosted glass with a lime wedge on the rim, âThere you go! Added extra ice for my Ice Prince.âÂ
My. She could have said âTheâ.
It stirred up something within your chest. Jealousy? Okay but why are you getting jealous over this? You donât know because you arenât exactly his and you have never been the threatened type, so you donât know whatâs going on with you.Â
âFood will be right out!â She hops away and she is back in a flash with the Paninis.Â
What you donât expect is Sunghoon to take both of them and add some condiments, opening up the middle to pour a slight bit of salt and some mayonnaise.Â
âExcuse me, I don't need your hands all over my food.â Crossing your arms you wait for him to stop but he doesnât. Instead, he shows you his hands, stretching them over the table.
âLook how clean they are, Sweets.â They are clean and oh-so pretty. Suddenly youâre jealous of the food that receives his touch, wishing it was you. You need to get a grip, first the waitress, and now a piece of toasted bread are the objects of your envy.
Itâs like your crush from when you were little came back tenfold, with every second you spend with him that little innocent pash is turning into full blown infatuation. Now with added hormones, itâs like youâre drawn to him more than ever. Itâs scary how quickly you fell back into your feelings, whatever they were.
âY/N?â He brings you back to reality with his low voice, retreating his hand, âLost you for a minute there.â
Passing you the food you thank him, âSorry, happens a lot. I tend to overthink literally everything.â Itâs a confession you havenât let pass your lips. Not ever. âI learned to control it as I got older but if Iâm upset I canât stop it 99% of the time, even if itâs something simple like putting salt on this food.â
Sunghoon sees you physically overthinking what you just said. Itâs the exact same face you made when you were inches from kissing him.Â
He understands the situation earlier a little better now.
âSo whatâs upsetting you now, Sweets?â He asks, âYou said you didnât feel good enough, what happened?âÂ
Shuddering, you remember your words. Youâre embarrassed that you blurted out your feelings so readily, âItâs nothing.â Then you remember, âWhy did you think it was my mum?â
âIf your mum is anything like mine, and I guarantee she is, then I donât âthinkâ it was your mum, I know it.â Thereâs an empathy shining in his eyes, âWhat did she do?âÂ
âI got some good news, and when I told her about it,â Sighing, you try to aggregate your feelings. Sunghoonâs hand makes contact with your forearm as he sees you struggle. The soothing motion of his thumb calms you instantly, âshe just dismissed it. Like my achievement wasnât up to par with Miniâs.â
âWhat was the good news?â
âNothing major I guess. Iâm the top student at my University for the year and Iâm receiving an award.â
Sunghoon is furious. Your mum had downplayed your achievement and now you donât think itâs a big deal and he wasnât having it, âY/N. You go to Yonsei, right?â Once you nod he continues, âThen that IS major, what are you talking about?âÂ
âItâs not exactly a Championship medal.â Your shoulders slump.
âAnd?â Squeezing your arm he tries to make you see past your mother and her shitty attitude, âSome people would think your achievement means more than one of his, does that make Minheeâs less than yours?â You mumble a quick âof course notâ, not grasping what heâs saying, âThen why do you think that way about your award? Sweets, itâs fucking amazing you should be proud of yourself.â
You are, itâs your mum who isnât and thatâs what you canât get over.Â
Instead of answering back you avoid the conversation altogether and start eating the food in front of you.Â
One bite has you falling in love with the taste, the pesto combination with the cheese and parma ham melts in your mouth and makes your tongue dance. You owe this shabby place an apology.
Triumph etches onto Sunghoonâs face as he sees the same fireworks behind your eyes that he had when he first tried the food. He knew youâd like it.
âOh, my days.â You stare at him wide-eyed, one hand covering your mouth. Never will you doubt him again.
âTold you.â He smirks and eats some of his own, the familiar aroma and your face make his chest fill with glee and gratification, âIâve just learned two things about you in this last minute.â
âAnd whatâs that?â You question, taking another bite.
âYou love the food here and will never question my taste again,â Your eyes are still on the food but you nod to agree, âAnd youâre an avoider.â
What is that supposed to mean?Â
âAn avoider?âÂ
Sunghoon leans back and picks up a tissue, cleaning the crumbs from his fingers, âYou changed the topic pretty fast when you didnât want to have a conversation youâre uncomfortable with. You canât accept what Iâm saying is right, your achievement is just as mighty as all of Minheeâs and it IS a big deal.âÂ
Arguing with him about it is pointless. Does it mean you wonât though? No.
âItâs not that I'm not accepting what youâre saying,â it is, he thinks to himself, âI just donât need to air my drama or feelings to someone I donât know.âÂ
âBelieve it or not, asking questions and having conversations like this is how you get to know people,â Sunghoon pushed the food to the side and leaned forward, âI just want to get to know you.âÂ
You challenge him by matching his posture and leaning on the table, âWhatever happened to, oh I donât know, whatâs your favourite colour?â
âWhite. See, easy right?â Heâs smug. Sunghoon isnât trying to pressure you to answer the question, he just thinks if you speak about the issue, itâll alleviate the burden. A problem shared is a problem halved after all. âHow about you ask me anything at all, and Iâll answer it because I know thatâs how you get to know me.â
âAnything at all?â
âYeah.â
âThen why didnât you kiss me earlier?â
Stunned. Shocked. Astounded. Whatever other synonym he could use, thatâs exactly how he feels right now. For the first time in his life, he is speechless. How do you keep doing this to him? Never has anyone been so forthright with him.
Seeing his cheeks flush red and eyes dart around as if finding the answer in his brain you know youâve won, âNot so eager to speak now, huh?âÂ
Exhaling, Sunghoon sits back, âYou looked like you were going to pass out,â He begins his answer, âYou got in your head about something and it made you second guess.â
âI was thinking about Minhee.â
Sunghoonâs face shrivels, âSweets, I know weâre compared a lot but I didnât think heâd be my competition with you too?â Sunghoonâs voice is playful but he is worried about the next words out your lips.
Stretching over the table you slap his chest, âEw, no thatâs disgusting! Donât even think like that!â Youâre appalled at even the inclination, âItâs just that, youâre Park Sunghoon, you said it yourself heâs your competition,â He goes to say something and you stop him, âin SKATING. Youâre so disgusting.â Laughter fills your booth, food and drinks forgotten, âIf I ever kissed you he would freak the fuck out.â
The boy across from you knows exactly what youâre talking about, more than know, âIf Minhee wasnât a factor, would you have kissed me back?â
âYes.â
Responding before your brain has a chance to filter the words is also a downside to your overthinking mind. So many thoughts in one brain make it easier for slips like this to happen, but you arenât too concerned about this one, he probably already knew you would have kissed him back there if you werenât preoccupied with contemplation.
Just as you think youâll get to speak about what transpired earlier, the waitress comes over to take your plates away, âAll done?â
Sunghoon nods and goes to pull out his wallet to pay but as he pats himself down to find it, he remembers itâs in his coat - the coat youâre still wearing âUh, Sweets?â He points to his coat trying to tell you itâs in there.
Smirking you search the inner pockets to find a Prada wallet. You could have some fun with this.
âThatâs okay, Hoonie, Iâve got it.â You pull out a few ÂŁ20 notes and hand them to the waitress, âItâs my treat tonight, didnât I tell you that? Only the best for my hard-working man.â Making kissy faces at him, his face goes red and his lips go in a thin line.Â
It wasnât the fact you just paid ÂŁ80 for a ÂŁ12 meal with his money, although that will be addressed later on, it was the nickname and calling him your man that has him trying to control himself. The sweet albeit lightheartedly jeering way of your words made his heart tight in the best possible way. If there was a button board on Sunghoonâs chest, filled with all his emotions like annoyance, lust, happiness, solace, and aggravation, you had pushed every one of them tonight. Â
Laughing you put the wallet back into his coat. He looks so cute when he goes red like that, it almost makes you want to treat him like an actual princess or stuff him in your pocket. Either way, you wanted to look after him in some form or other.
âAre you quite done now?â Sunghoon gains back his composure as he watches you chuckling away to yourself.
Suddenly, nothing was funny anymore when your phone goes off, flashing your brother's name on the screen.Â
You have to go home and Sunghoon knows it too, âY/N, I would keep you out all night if I could, but Minhee might send out a missing police report if I do.âÂ
Now that youâve somewhat spoken the issue out loud, you think youâre being a bit over the top about it all but your body still has the overbearing weight placed on your shoulders. Facing your mum right now was the last thing you wanted but you know you canât avoid her forever.Â
âIâll text him. He thinks Iâm at Rinaâs place telling her and Allen the news.â Quickly standing up you type a generic reply back, telling him youâll be home soon.
Sunghoon keeps two steps behind you while you walk out of the cafe, his arm hovering by your side to guide you as you text and walk at the same time, he waves goodbye to the waitress and she wafts the cash in her face, fanning herself with his hard-earned money. All he can do is laugh and show his disbelief at her flaunting through his expression.Â
âThere. Sent.â You put the phone into Sunghoonâs coat pocket. Youâre almost at his car when you hear him speak up.
âHey, Sweets?â
âHmm?â
Sunghoon grabs your left arm, twirls you around, and presses his lips against yours.
The action knocks the air from your lungs and your eyes widen. Park Sunghoon was kissing you. His palms cup each of your cheeks, his lips moving against yours as he backs you up until your back hits the side of his car. This is what you wanted back at the rink, to have the feeling of his mouth moulding to yours, except it was better than expected, it felt like heaven.
He can't seem to get enough of you as he fervently kisses your mouth, his tongue sliding along your lips, eliciting a soft moan from you that's music to his ears. It was a daring move to kiss you so suddenly, and in an ideal world, he would have asked for permission first. But he knows that might have sparked another bout of overthinking from you, and he couldn't risk losing this second chance to kiss you tonight.
Sliding his hands into your hair, he gently pulls your head back, granting him better access to your open mouth, deepening the kiss. Lost in the sensation of your lips, he doesn't even notice the subtle movement of your fingers dancing along his waist until they settle between his lower back and the top of his ass.
At this moment, nothing could stop you from kissing or touching him.
Except, perhaps, one person.
Your phone vibrates, indicating an incoming call, but you're too entranced by Sunghoon's lips and tongue to notice. Pressing his body against yours, he traps you between him and the car, the sensation of his hips against yours causing you to instinctively grind against him, using your hands to pull him closer.
However, in the intimate closeness, he can feel your phone vibrating against your body. As much as he wants to ignore it, he knows you can't. "Sweets, your phone," he murmurs between kisses, his hands dropping from your hair to reach into your pocket, even as your lips continue to chase after his. "It's Minhee; you better take it."
No way has he cock blocked you twice in one night.
Grumbling, you take the phone from Sunghoon and answer, âHi MinheeâŠNo, I wasnât ignoring you, I was putting on my shoesâŠno no, you donât need to pi-â
You pause mid-sentence when Sunghoon starts kissing your neck and squeezing your waist. What does he think he's doing? Glancing down, you catch his eyes sneakily looking up at you. Attempting to push him away only results in him biting down, his fangs teasing the verge of breaking skin. In any other situation, you might have found it hot, but with Minhee yapping in your ear, you don't have time to appreciate it.
âLook, Iâm on my way homeâŠIâll walk, it's not that farâŠseriously, Minhee- Oh,â you moan involuntarily when Sunghoon kisses your sweet spot, and once he's found it, he doesnât stop licking and nibbling, âHoonie, stop it!â You remove the phone from your ear and whisper-shout at him.
âI love it when you call me that,â he smirks, his eyes sparkling mischievously.
Hearing Minheeâs voice come through the phone again, you lift it back up to your ear, âWhat? Oh, I stubbed my toe, look Iâll be home soon alrightâŠYes, Allen is hereâŠyou know he and Rina are together. Iâm going to go, see you soon.â Hanging up, you sigh in exasperation.
Giving Sunghoon a few light whacks, you demand, âWhy did you do that?â You're almost certain Minhee heard him, or at least now he might think you're hooking up with Allen.
Bringing his face back up to yours, Sunghoon just shrugs and kisses you again with as much fervour as before. His lips are addicting, and you donât want to stop, but Rina lives 20 minutes from your house if you walk, and this cafe is at least a 30-minute drive. âSunghoon, I need to go back,â you say between his insistent kisses.
âHow long do I have?â He needs to know how long he can indulge in this before having to let you go.
âNot even a second. Iâll already be late even if we leave now.â When his forehead falls on yours you see the pain on his face, like youâre depriving him of a basic human need.
"Don't say that, tell your friend to phone and say you're staying with her tonight." Sunghoon can't stop his lips from capturing yours again. It's as if he's had a taste of you and doesn't want to give it up, especially now. His hand teases the waist of your trousers, tempting to dip in and touch you where you desperately need him.
Personally, you would love nothing more than to call Rina up and get her to lie, she would do it in a heartbeat but Minhee would never believe it, âI canât. I never stay over when he has practice in the morning. Mum never wants to make a stop off to pick me up.â
âYouâre killing me here.â He states breathlessly, his fingertips dancing down to your pussy as he ghosts your neck with his breath. Heâs waiting on you to give him the green light but you are far too concerned about getting home.
He suddenly hates your mum a little more than before. If it wasnât her dismissing your accomplishments, it was her inability to put you on her priority list, âCanât you just skip his practice? Heâll have more, trust me he needs it.â
âDonât ruin this.â You warn him from speaking any more about your brother. It does bring you back to reality just who you were kissing, but you canât focus on that right now, your only concern is getting home.
Sunghoon apologises by kissing you again, this time more gently, like it came naturally to him, âI need to go home. No excuses.â
It isn't what he wants to hear, but he has to accept it. Stepping away from you, his gaze remains fixed on your lips, which are lush and swollen; he can only picture what they would look like if he had more time to toss you in the back seat. His mind immediately returns to you with the lever, and to be honest, he could throw a tantrum right now over the situation at hand. It was unjust that he couldn't just have you, and he wasn't sure if he'd ever get the chance again.
Moving to his side of the car he slides in and you follow suit. He uses the excuse of buckling your seatbelt for you to give you another kiss and it has you internally giggling and kicking your feet.
You do the same to him, grabbing the seatbelt from him and clipping him in, leaning over to press your lips against his soft ones.Â
âAll I need is 5 minutes,â He whispers against your lips and you laugh, swatting his chest.Â
You canât say you donât ponder it, and when you see his hard on poking so slightly against his trousers, you look at the time and really wonder if you could, but you canât risk Minhee even getting a whiff of this, âNext time.âÂ
Sunghoon's eyes change from desire to hope in real time, "There'll be a next time?" His cool and confident demeanour fades and is replaced with puppy-like grin as he realises you want more than what you had tonight.
âIf you get me home in the next 25 minutes there can be.â You pose and with that, Sunghoon drives out of the car park and down the highway going 10 above the limit.
Reaching closer to your house you put a hand on his thigh as you speak, âBetter to drop me off here, so Mini doesnât see you.â You also have to fake that you walked home from Rinaâs so if a big fancy car starts pulling up outside your house, heâs going to know something is up.
Sunghoon takes your hand on his thigh and brings it to his lips, maintaining eye contact with the road as he stops at the curb of your neighbour's house 2 doors down. His grip tightens on your hand as he looks at the time, âGot you here in 27 minutes, Sweets.â Proud of himself he adorns a smile that splits his face in half.
Tutting you pout at him, âI guess there canât be a next time, so sorry Hoonie.â His stunned face was worth holding in your laugh to act like youâre serious, âIf only you had gotten here 2 minutes quicker.â
âCome on,â He exasperated, âThere were like 10 red lights in a row.â His thumb points back to where you just drove from.
Itâs true, it was bad luck, but you liked playing with him like this.Â
âSorry, see you at the rink yeah?â You unbuckle your seatbelt and turn to get out your side of the car, but Sunghoon isnât letting it end here.
He stretches over to shut the door back over making you gasp, startled by the sudden move, âYou donât want to be a thief do you?â You think heâs going to hit out with something cheesy like how you stole his heart of something, but when his hand grips the coat youâre wearing you understand what he means, âBad enough you gave my money away but now youâre trying to steal a ÂŁ500 coat?âÂ
Perplexed by both the price and the unexpected accusation, your mouth hangs open. No wonder the coat is so cosy and warmâit costs most of your month's paycheck. Exiting the car, you impishly mutter a 'fine' as you remove the jacket, placing it on the passenger seat before walking away, feeling considerably colder than before.
Just as you reach the vicinity of your house, Sunghoon calls out, "Sweets?" You spin around to see him jogging up behind you, holding your phone. Ah, you put it in his coat pocket after Minhee's call. Taking it from his grip, you thank him, only to be surprised again when he says, "You also forgot this." What else did you even have on your person to forget?
Sunghoon's mouth quickly meets yours for the nth time tonight. A kiss. You forgot to kiss him.
Sighing, you realize you have to put an end to it. Lingering out in the open so close to your home practically guarantees Minhee will see. "Hoonie."
"Shh," he hushes you, continuing the kiss, "I know, but let me have it since there won't be a next time." A fake sad look takes over his face, his hands running up and down your sides.
"Ugh fine, since you gave me my phone I suppose I could spare you some time."Â Crossing your arms, you act irritated, while his 'sadness' transforms into a self-satisfied smile. That was the dynamic between you both, always giving what you got, and you wanted to explore it more, no matter how difficult it was.
âSee you at the rink then, Sweets.â Messing up your hair he skips back to his car like a kid on Christmas. He was the cutest thing youâve ever seen.Â
Spending these past few hours with Sunghoon was like nothing you had ever experienced before. He knew how to wash all of your worries and woes away better than some people youâve known for years. And when he kissed you it sent shooting stars through your body. If only 8-year-old you could see what had just happened, she would burst with excitement.
With a smile on your face, you rapidly run into your house and up the stairs, trying to be quiet but also too lost in the dizziness from Sunghoonâs kisses. As you reach the top of the stairs, Minhee opens his door and gives you a quizzical look. Oh no, he didnât see, did he?
âWhy do you look like you won the lottery?â Phew, he hadnât.
âJust, excited about getting the award, thatâs all.â It wasnât totally a lie, he would see right through you if you started to babble out any other excuse so you had to stick to something believable. You are happy about the award, there isnât a doubt about it, but Sunghoon reassuring you throughout the night made you stop and acknowledge how happy you really were to receive it. Your mum was the one that ruined it for you.
Minhee follows you when you walk into your room, âY/N? You know I would be there if I could right?â Facing him, you see how sorry he looks about the situation, âI tried to phone the company to move the filming but they canât.â Of course, he would try to move it for you, that was the kind of brother he was.Â
A surge of guilt overcomes your body. Here he was trying to move his schedule around, a big important schedule might you add, and you were out there kissing the one boy you shouldnât be. If Sunghoon wasnât such a threat to Minhee, you think they could go back to being somewhat friends, but thatâs never going to happen.
âItâs okay, Mini. I know you canât just cancel it.â Your voice is reassuring but his features still hold hurt.
âItâs not okay, Y/N. Youâre the most important thing to me in this world, I want to be there for your big moments like youâve been there for mine.â You could cry. Minhee wasnât the type to show his emotions so being on the receiving end of such words makes you tear up a little, âHey, Bubs, donât cry.â
He hasnât called you Bubs in so long, the childhood nickname growing out as you both got older. There was a bond between you and your brother, other siblings used to say how envious they were.
âI donât want to speak ill of our mum but she was a bitch tonight. I should have said something.â
Shaking your head, you wipe your tears and look down before speaking, âMini, it wouldnât have helped.â Your voice cracks and your throat closes a little, âSheâs always like that anyway.â
âIt doesnât make it right.â He says disapprovingly.Â
Minhee pulls you into a tight hug and you instantly relax. Your brain starts to overthink everything again. The lack of proudness from your mother, the kisses from Sunghoon, and the brotherly affection youâre currently receiving. Could you have it all? Getting to know Sunghoon tonight, you donât think you can leave it where you did. There was something there between you both, you fit together like skates to ice.
âI am so proud of you, Bubs.â Minhee strokes the back of your head, âand I might not be able to go to your ceremony, but when I beat that prick and come first at Nationals? Iâm dedicating that to you. I promise you that.â
That prickâŠPark Sunghoon.
You couldnât have it all.
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idg where the Shibs thing is coming from - the TSL quote people are saying it came from was during a discussion btw Dave and Maya Bagriantseva of who should get the host pick at SkAm:
M: who will get the quota (?) for Skate America - tell me, what's your bet? let's make bets - let's first say who we're choosing from - Flores/Desyatov, Wolfkostin/Tsarevskyi, Annabelle/Jeffrey Chen, supposedly, who else? D: Vanessa Pham/Anton Spiridonov M: yes yes yes, so what's your bet? D: hm .. i think it'll be Annabelle M: ok - i'll go for Vanessa and Anton D: i think it's between those two as the most promising - in terms of their technical ability, right? i just think Annabelle and Jeffrey have been skating together a little bit longer, so they would have the leg up on doing that, plus Annabelle is certainly used to skating with new partners so she has experience M: [she talks about another team being released from Russia to skate for Armenia maybe in Dec] D: you know there's slight speculation of ice dance teams coming back but nothing is official official yet, so as things stand now, i'm going to say, so leaning toward Annabelle and Jeffrey because i heard they're going for monitoring next weekend at a competition in Virginia
Dave never mentions the Shibs or says anything more identifying than this
but these takes are wild to me - TSL tends to go always for the bright shiny new thing - Schrodinger's ice dance teams - when you've never seen them perform, you can say anything about them - last summer they had Z/K taking over US ice dance and climbing over everyone but C/B
Dave also tends to favor female skaters who fit the outdated ice princess stereotype in looks. saying Annabelle and Jeffrey have been skating together longer so have a leg up, when F/D and W/T are right there with a track record is bizarre. Jeffrey has a competition history littered with big mistakes with 2 different partners -he has mental focus and partnering issues which won't go away just from skating with partner #3. and i can't recall Dave having anything nice to say about Anton when he was skating with Lorraine. Vanessa was 5th in juniors at US Nats and has never skated in seniors - i'm looking forward to seeing them and what IAM gives them, but they're brand new. just baffling takes from both of them
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Crypto Wealth Building A Guide for Gen Z
Who is Andrew Tate?
Understanding Memecoins
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1. Educate Yourself
Take the time to understand the basics of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. There are many resources available, such as online courses, articles, and forums where you can learn more.
2. Diversify Your Portfolio
Instead of putting all your money into just one cryptocurrency, think about spreading your investments across different assets. This can lower the risk and improve your chances of long-term success.
3. Stay Informed
The cryptocurrency market is always changing, with new things happening all the time. Stay up-to-date with the latest news, market analyses, and expert opinions to make smart investment choices.
4. Manage Risks
Itâs important to know how much risk youâre comfortable with and set clear investment goals. Donât invest more money than you can afford to lose and consider using strategies like stop-loss orders to protect yourself.
5. Find a Mentor
Look for experienced investors or mentors who have done well in the world of crypto wealth building. Their advice and guidance can be really helpful as you start your own investment journey.
By thinking about these things and using these tactics, Gen Z investors can build a strong foundation for their crypto wealth building efforts. With a proactive attitude and a commitment to always learning, it becomes more possible to see financial growth through cryptocurrencies.
Embracing the Future: Why Gen Z Should Explore Crypto Wealth Building Opportunities
As a member of Generation Z, you have the chance to lead the way in technological innovation and shape how financial markets will look in the future. Hereâs why it makes sense for you to consider getting into crypto wealth building:
1. Technological Proficiency
Gen Z is known for being comfortable with technology, which puts you in a good position to understand and navigate the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain. Getting involved in crypto wealth building is a natural fit for your tech-savvy nature.
2. Financial Empowerment
Investing in crypto gives you the power to take charge of your own financial destiny. Instead of relying solely on traditional methods, like saving money or investing in stocks, you can actively seek out opportunities that have the potential to grow your wealth over time.
3. Innovative Mindset
One of the key strengths of your generation is its ability to think outside the box and come up with fresh ideas. By embracing crypto wealth building, youâre not only tapping into an exciting new asset class but also contributing to the ongoing transformation of how money works.
4. Global Perspective
Unlike traditional financial systems that are tied to specific countries, cryptocurrencies operate on a global level. This means that by exploring crypto wealth building options, you can gain exposure to international markets and stay informed about global economic trends.
Embracing crypto wealth building isnât just about making money; itâs about embracing a mindset of progress, empowerment, and adaptability â qualities that resonate deeply with Generation Zâs values.
Conclusion
As Gen Z individuals, embracing the world of crypto wealth building can have a significant impact on your financial future. The potential for long-term growth through investments in cryptocurrencies, including memecoins, presents a unique opportunity for young investors to secure their financial well-being.
Andrew Tateâs valuable advice on memecoins aligns with the overall guide, emphasizing the importance of strategic investment approaches and risk management. His expertise in entrepreneurship and wealth building serves as an inspiration for Gen Z to explore the world of crypto investments with confidence.
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Free education to making you money! Everything you need to get you started with investing & making you money. SHIB only has 1.4 million wallet holders throughout the entire world of 8 billion people. Therefore you are extremely early in SHIB this is good and awesome news because wallet holders don't equal investors. Rules & Conditions explain everything you need to know about SHIB currency and can be found here shib5050raffle.com
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Miss Shib! Have you heard the news? Word on the street is that Lena "babygirl-shaped" Luthor has been diagnosed with a terminal case of "wife me up!"-disease, which causes her to sit in a certain hand-of-some beef-of-cake's lap and say "wife me up!" with increasing poutiness until she gets her wish, or until she is appeased with beefly smooches âđŒđ
a lena luthor without being smothered in k*sses every now & then is a lena luthor unfulfilled đ
#word on the street the blonde hunk has a terminal case of downbaditis#& she is not seeking to get better :(#hope you're having a lovely day!!#asks
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Double or Nothing 2024 Fantasy Booking
Here's my bookings for the DoN card! Note these aren't necessarily what I think will happen but they are what I would like to happen. I'll rank how hype I am for the match too, with 1/5 being "I'll probably use this as a bathroom break" and 5/5 being "I am most looking forward to this".
Thunder Rosa vs. Deonna Purrazzo (2/5 hype)
Rosa, by virtue of being an existing AEW fan fave. I think the sucky part about this matchup is it feels like "Toni Storm's leftovers" as far as story goes. I haven't been following super closely though. I wish I could give Deonna the W because I think she deserves better as one of Impact's big stars. But they haven't really set up much and I'm fond of Rosa. Kind of wish Rosa had the world championship right now, ngl. I think Toni could finish her "Mariah May's heart on a pole match" without the belt.
Adam Copeland vs. Malakai Black, (4/5 hype)
Copeland, who DOESN'T want to see Malakai get beaten at his own game, out SPOOKED in a vampire way. Plus I too am hoping this loops back to Christian Cage old man yaoi (SUPERNATURAL STYLE!!!)
Roderick Strong vs. Will Ospreay (1/5 hype)
I know Ospreay is going over and I wish he wasn't here at all.
Trent Beretta vs. Orange Cassidy (4/5 hype)
Trent needs to poor little meow meow Orange SO hard. I wanna see his big eyes like o_O after. I would love Orange to start a new faction with Hook and Shibata. Sunglasses guys....
Bang Bang Gang vs. Death Triangle (5/5 hype)
I am SOOOO hype for this match. BBG for sure, it's too soon for them to lose the belts and they can definitely pull some shit to tip the scales in their favor. I won't be mad if it's Death Triangle though -- they deserve the world :) Favourite booking would be BBG win leading into a PAC vs. Jay big singles that Jay loses at the next PPV. That would be electric hehe.
Chris Jericho vs. Hook vs. Katsuyori Shibata (3/5 hype)
This would so be a 4/5 match if it weren't for the Jericho of it all. I wish I felt differently about the FTW belt tbh-- I'm just sort of booking Shibata to win cause he's my guy and re-belting Jericho or Hook feels boring. The problem is the FTW belt always felt like a "meme" belt to me. Ah well. Gold will look good on Shibs :)
Jon Moxley vs. Konosuke Takeshita (4/5 hype)
Give my DDT ace a NJPW title shot Or Else <3
"Timeless" Toni Storm vs. Serena Deeb (1/5 hype)
Sorry to Toni who I like, but man, Deeb just rubs me the wrong way on vibes. I didn't really like her feud with Shida. This match just feels so perfunctory, especially after Toni beating Rosa. I don't want to see Deeb belted, and I've seen enough "Timeless" Toni Storm matches (which are fun!) to skip this one for Deeb's bad vibes.
Willow Nightingale vs. Mercedes Mone (4/5 hype)
I KNOW Mercedes is going over and I wouldn't be mad about it (she's amazing!!) but honest to god Willow deserves a longer, fuller run and it sucks that she's going to be a transitional champ. Sigh. At least it's on a PPV as a main event.
The Elite vs. "Team AEW" (5/5 Hype)
Anarchy in the arena matches are always soooooo fun. I actually don't care who wins this but I think it would be funny to make the Bucks eat shit. I am so ready to see Okada do a chaos deathmatch. I am excited to see Jack Perry on fire. This match will probably be the show-stealer for me, AEW is sooooo good at delivering these.
Swerve Strickland vs. Christian Cage (5/5 hype)
Swerve, c'mon. They're both gonna crush it though :3 I've loved the build for this face off. Should be a killer way to cap the night!
Enjoy, and happy PPV everyone!
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since i had to go back reading old conversations about the Uri and Pravaal shib becoming canon for the future AU post i thought i'd take some sketched notes on the rescuins scene now that i kind of finalized their outfits... it's supposed to continue with this(pravaal still didn't have the new outfit here) and this (i only now noticed the similarity with the scene when uri's mother was kidnapped when young and didn't want to be saved by his father even if their context and reasons were completely different as she was legit scared of him, Uri is just throwing a tantrum cause of his heavy denial)
EDIT: reformatted to make the text show up and added some missing chains dgfyhjuk
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What Will Drive the Next Crypto Uptrend:Â
AI, Memes, or GameFi?
In the world of cryptocurrency, each market cycle often features a dominant trend that drives the overall market volume. Recently, we've observed that Meme tokens and GameFi projects have been leading these trends, capturing significant attention and creating FOMO among investors. Let's explore which sector will lead the market in this uptrend!
Meme Tokens: Simplicity and Hype
Meme tokens like $DOGE and $SHIB are prime examples of how easy it is to create a buzz. These tokens typically start with little more than a humorous concept or viral marketing, but their success depends on community-driven enthusiasm and speculative trading.Â
As the value of these tokens rises, early investors reap significant rewards, while those who join later often find themselves facing higher risks. The cycle is simple: early adopters profit, and latecomers provide liquidity before getting left behind. This dynamic generates a strong FOMO effect, where the fear of missing out on potential gains drives many to invest impulsively.
GameFi: Engaging and Rewarding
Similarly, GameFi projects like $Axie Infinity have captivated investors with their engaging and potentially lucrative gameplay. These platforms combine gaming with financial incentives, allowing players to earn rewards through their participation. The appeal is undeniable: players are drawn to the opportunity to earn while they play, and investors are attracted to the potential for high returns.Â
The Rise of AI Integration
As Meme tokens and GameFi projects have gained popularity, another trend has emerged: the integration of artificial intelligence into the crypto space.Â
AI is becoming more important in many fields, leading to its use in new and existing projects. For example, AI tokens like $FET and $AGIX add innovative features and complexity to the crypto space.
The Potential of AI Meme Tokens
To elevate these trends, many projects are now combining these sectors to create new tokens, such as AI Meme tokens, which are gaining significant attention.
The potential for AI Meme tokens is substantial, attracting investors who want to blend the best aspects of both trends. As AI continues to evolve and become more mainstream, the development of AI Meme tokens is likely to accelerate, leading to new opportunities and challenges in the crypto market.
Famous examples like $BUSAI, $CorgiAI, and $Turbo have captured massive attention from visionary investors and those eager to avoid missing out. This enthusiasm leverages both technology and the popularity brought by the current uptrend.
Therefore, promising AI Meme tokens like $BUSAI offer great benefits to early investors. Not only can you buy these tokens at an attractive price, but their value is also likely to rise significantly with the current uptrend.Â
Follow $BUSAI's social media pages to stay updated and make the most of this exciting opportunity.
Source: BUSAI
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#Shibarium Beta#Shiba Inu#Shytoshi Kusama#SHIB Burn Rate#SHIB Whales#latest crypto news#top cryptocurrency news
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SHIB Burn Rate Rises Notably as Another Massive SHIB Amount Gets Destroyed đ„đ„đ„
Let's keep those Burns going strong đȘ đ„
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