#kim shinho : reply.

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 his  smile  grew  while  watching  shinho.  ❛  you  know  ..  ❜  staring  before  continuing,  a  hint  of  teasing  in  voice.  ❛  if  you  keep  looking  that  adorable  while  lost  in  thought,  i  might  just  have  to  charge  you  a  cuteness  fee.  ❜  with  a  serious  expression,  he  added.  ❛  lucky  for  you,  i  accept  payments  in  smiles.  ❜  the  corners  of  his  lips  twitching  upward more  as  he  kept  staring  at  the  male,  his  gaze  dropping  to  take  a  quick  look  at  shinho's  lips. / to shin

            how  did  he  get  here  ?  was  the  prevalent  query  in  shinho's  head.  he  only  wanted  to  run  errands  for  the  flower  shop  one  day,  yet  somehow  he  found  himself  in  the  presence  of  a  stranger  the  whole  day,  captivated  by  him.  there  must  have  been  a  reason  that  fate  brought  them  together,  right  ?  shinho  hoped  it  was  his  good  karma  after  years  of  suffering  through  an  insufferable  ex.  willing  himself  back  to  earth,  he  stares  at  the  stranger,  appreciating  his  features  -  from  his  full  lips  to  his  thick  brows,  "  huh  ?  did  you  say  something  ?  "  he  pretends  not  to  hear  what  he  had  just  said  to  play  off  feeling  shy,  finally  looking  away  with  an  eye  roll,  "  what  are  you  even  on  about  .  .  aish,  this  man  .  .  "  pretending  to  be  annoyed,  but  once  he  was  sure  hyunwoo  couldn't  see  his  features,  he  cracks  a  grin,  feeling  a  glint  of  hope  blooming  in  his  chest.  maybe  this  time  would  be  different  for  him  ?

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            when  hyunwoo  leans  in  close  to  his  grandma  to  share  his  name,  shinho  instinctively  leans  in  as  well  -  unable  to  resist  the  opportunity  to  finally  catch  the  piece  of  information  he'd  been  dying  to  know  since  their  bus  encounter  earlier  that  day.  a  satisfied,  slightly  crooked  grin  tugs  at  his  lips  when  the  name  reaches  his  ears  at  last.  finally,  we  got  a  name,  he  thinks  to  himself.  though  tempted  to  roll  his  eyes  and  openly  mock  hyunwoo's  comments,  shinho  barely  gets  the  chance  as  the  bus  arrives  at  their  stop.  prioritizing  his  grandma,  he  helps  her  aboard  first,  guiding  her  to  the  front  row  designated  for  the  elderly,  before  heading  to  the  back  and  choosing  to  stand.  "  at  least  now  i  know  your  name  .  .  if  that’s  even  your  real  name.  "  his  eyes  narrow  at  the  other,  giving  him  a  slow  once-over  before  gripping  the  handrail.  but  in  classic  shinho  fashion,  the  bus  lurches  forward  before  he’s  fully  prepared,  sending  him  stumbling  right  into  the  taller  figure.  muttering  a  curse  under  his  breath,  he  feels  the  heat  creep  up  his  cheeks,  flustered  at  the  unintentional  scene  he’s  just  created.

 his  grin  widened,  the  telltale  glint  of  mischief  sparkling  in  his  eyes  as  he  prepared  to  dodge  yet  another  direct  question,  because  where  was  the  fun  in  giving  a  straight  answer  ?  with  a  glance  at  shinho,  as  if  to  silently  say  watch  this,  he  turned  his  full  attention  to  the  curious  grandmother.  ❛  ah,  halmeoni,  i  could  never  let  you  feel  bad  about  something  so  small.  you  have  been  so  kind  already,  no  wonder  shinho  turned  out  so  well.  ❜  the  flattery  was  seamless,  smooth  enough  to  rival  a  politician's,  and  he  gave  a  small,  respectful  bow  for  added  effect.  then,  leaning  in  conspiratorially  as  if  sharing  a  great  secret,  he  added.  ❛  but  if  you  must  know,  you  can  call  me  hyunwoo.  ❜  he  straightened  with  an  innocent  smile,  his  delivery  so  casual  it  left  no  room  for  doubt  despite  the  blatant  evasion.  shifting  his  weight  slightly,  he  reached  over  to  pat  shinho  on  the  back.  ❛  your  grandson's  lucky,  though.  i'm  the  best  boyfrieend  anyone  could  ask  for,  right  ?  isn't  that  enough  for  now ?  ❜  it  was  both  a  tease  and  a  challenge,  daring  shinho  to  interrupt  his  playful  narrative.

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˖ ࣪ . ࿐ ♡ ˚ . continued from here | @sacriifice

            shinho  had  barely  gotten  his  bearings,  hair  a  mess  from  the  hard  nap  he  just  took.  with  brows  furrowed,  he  looks  up  at  the  phone,  almost  getting  blinded  by  the  brightness  of  it,  pouting  instantaneously,  "  really,  hattie  ?  you're  going  to  do  me  dirty  like  this  ?  "  shin  whines,  stretching  his  arms  over  his  head  and  thrashing  on  the  bed  a  bit,  "  and  why  is  it  your  lockscreen  too  ?!?  take  it  down  .  .  i  have  so  many  more  handsome  shots  of  myself  in  your  phone,  come  on.  "

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            even  shinho  was  surprised  to  hear  the  words  coming  out  of  minho's  mouth,  though  taken  aback  for  a  second,  he  quickly  recovered,  "  yeah,  you  heard  him.  i've  already  moved  on.  and  so  should  you,  stop  coming  here.  "  thankfully,  the  younger's  threat  seems  to  have  gotten  through  to  his  ex,  as  he  starts  backing  out  of  the  shop  -  but  not  without  ruining  a  few  flower  displays  by  kicking  them  down  and  stomping  on  them  along  the  way.  once  fully  out  of  view,  shinho  let  out  a  huge  puff  of  air  that  he  didn't  know  he  was  holding,  "  oh  god.  that  was  scary  .  .  that  could've  turned  bad  real  quick.  he  was  drunk,  too.  but  thank  you  for  sticking  up  for  me,  really.  "  swallowing  the  lump  in  his  throat,  he  places  a  hand  over  his  chest,  "  i  just  fixed  those  flower  arrangements  that  he  ruined  .  .  is  it  alright  for  you  to  wait  here  while  i  fix  them  ?  "

 watching  it  all  unfold  before  him,  minho  just  furrows  his  brows  and  decides  what  to  do,  his  mind  buzzing  and  finally  comes  up  with  something.  ❛  leave  my  boyfriend  alone,  you  are  not  wanted  here.  ❜  he  says,  slamming  hands  on  the  desk.  ❛  i  already  alarmed  the  security  to  come  over,  if  i  see  you  around  my  boyfriend  again,  i  will  put  you  behind  bars.  ❜  the  soft  round  feline  like  eyes  were  turned  into  more  evil,  something  full  of  hate  toward  the  snake  before  them.  he  doesn't  know  the  full  story,  but  minho  was  there  to  protect  shinho  from  this  man.  ❛  you  better  leave  now.  ❜  he  lifts  up  the  device  that  he  had  been  holding  onto  this  whole  time,  as  if  it  was  evidence  of  that  he  had  actually  informed  somebody,  even  when  reality  .  .  .  he  had  been  just  glaring  at  the  man.

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            one  thing  that  he  found  oh  so  endearing  about  the  other  was  the  fact  that  though  she  may  look  meek  on  the  outside,  it  was  her  commanding  presence  and  infectious  charm  that  made  people  either  revere  or  fear  her.  grinning  wide,  he  wriggles  his  brows,  "  well,  if  you  need  help  cleaning  up  bodies  too,  i  guess  i'm  your  guy.  "  would  he  drop  everything  and  help  cover  up  her  crimes  for  her  ?  absolutely.  grabbing  the  vases  on  the  table  after  laying  out  the  different  floral  options  he  brought  with  him,  his  hands  move  double  time,  arranging  each  vase.  "  air  pump  ?  "  shinho  repeats,  looking  around  for  it  too  while  tying  the  stems  of  the  flowers  together  with  a  satin  bow,  "  yah  !  does  anyone  have  the  air  pump  ?  soobin  needs  it  !  "  never  been  one  to  care  about  what  people  thought  of  him,  his  loud  voice  echoes  through  the  space,  watching  as  one  of  the  committee  members  scurry  toward  soobin  with  it  in  hand.  "  there  we  go.  now  you  owe  me  a  meal  and  dessert.  because  you  know  these  arrangements  are  going  to  be  the  best  ones  this  university  has  ever  seen.  "  winking  at  her,  he  resumes  his  task,  humming  quietly  as  if  considering  her  point  about  joining,  "  i  mean  i  suppose  i  could.  i  might  as  well  right  ?  and  we  get  to  spend  more  time  together  too  if  i'm  in  the  committee  !  "

°   ꔛ      ❛   ohmigosh,   you're   my   floral   knight   in   shining   armor   !     ❜   doll   squeals,   hands   shaking   as   they   pulse   with   sheer   excitement.   majority   of   her   day   had   been   spent   buzzing   around   event   space   fueled   with   nothing   but   three   expresso   shots   and   fiery   ambition.   lists   of   tasks   grew   exponentially   from   the   time   she   arrived   to   hours   before   counterpart's   arrival,   committee   members   plunging   a   metaphorical   knife   into   her   chest   each   time   cellphone   rang   from   its   spot   across   the   room.   ❛   sounds   perfect.   i   just   have   to   figure   out   where   the   air   pump   wandered   off   to   ...   ❜   eyes   scanning   hopelessly   around   the   mess   encircling   them   before   settling   on   bag   filled   to   brim   with   pretty   florets.   soobin   could   feel   the   weight   of   planning   being   lifted   off   her   shoulders   and   embarrassingly   enough   it   almost   makes   tears   well   up   in   waterline.   ❛   you   know,   there's   always   a   spot   for   you   on   the   planning   committee   if   you   want   it.   there's   going   to   be   quite   a   few   vacant   spots   once   i   get   my   hands   on   everyone   else.   ❜   a   light   jest,   though   there   is   a   hint   of   conviction   laced   in   the   syllables   at   the   very   thought   of   others   at   home   relaxing.   ❛   i   suppose   i   can   treat   you   to   a   nice   meal.   might   depend   on   how   good   the   arrangements   are.   ❜   bright   smile   pulling   at   lips   as   she   nudges   him,   moving   around   to   begin   search   for   misplaced   equipment.

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            " i promise. i don't want to be the cause of someone's reputation to be ruined like that. i only do commentary, but i don't actually leak the news unless someone confirms it. but scout's honor - i won't tell a soul. " first and foremost, shin was loyal to the people he was close to, and that included jiwon. " okay, you know what - let's do that ! let me ask my friend to send me the screenshots and then maybe we can tell from there . . " fishing his phone out from his jeans' pocket, he quickly types up a message, urging the friend to send the screenshots from his friend. " hmm, what are you going to do though if you're able to confirm that it's really one of the people you know ?? "

❝ shinho, if i tell you something, you absolutely cannot leak it. promise me? ❞ jiwon says, and she's so stunned by the accusation that she's willing to put her own neck on the line to get to the bottom of it. because if he spills what she tells him now, it could only have come from someone inside lucky charm. ❝ it can't be cam because he's married. none of us are supposed to know about it, but he's so crazy about her that he really isn't subtle. ❞ jiwon doesn't know her name, nor has she ever met her, but she's seen the photos on cam's phone in passing. ❝ the other members are all allegedly dating, too... do you think you could get them to send you the screenshots? i bet i could tell you in no time if it's really them. ���

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            ​​​​​​​"  disqualified  ?  what  do  you  mean  disqualified  ?  when  i'm  out  here  fighting  for  my  life  ?!  "  shinho  exclaims,  voice  dripping  with  dramatics,  though  anyone  who  knew  him  well  -  like  keon  -  could  tell  he  was  being  his  over-the-top  self.  undeterred,  he  continues  trying  to  wedge  himself  between  keon  and  the  backrest  of  the  l-shaped  couch,  though  every  movement  from  the  older  only  foils  his  plans  further.  eventually,  shinho’s  gaze  locks  onto  keon's,  nose  scrunching  at  the  suggestion  thrown  his  way.    "  but  where's  the  fun  in  that  ?  also,  the  last  time  we  tried  watching  a  disney  movie,  you  fell  asleep  -  remember  ?  "  his  tone  accusatory,  even  pointing  his  index  at  his  face,  "  fine,  fine.  i'll  be  brave  and  get  us  some  drinks  from  the  kitchen  .  .  what  would  you  like  to  drink  hyung  ?  "  suddenly  playing  it  cool,  straightening  his  posture  on  the  sofa.

       "  ahah,  i'll  take  your  word  for  it  for  now  ...  if  it  isn't  true  though  ...  "   sentence  is  cut  off  as  eyes  squint  in  shinho's  direction,  as  if  he  was  threatening  him  but,  all  in  good  manner  and  funsies,  obviously.  as  the  movie  continued,  head  rested  back  against  the  couch  and  the  sudden  whine  coming  from  the  younger,  caused  a  smile  to  tug  at  the  ends  of  his  lips;  two  digits  pinching  at  male's  cheek.   "  i  had  to  weigh  out  the  options,  you  know  ...  it's  important  !  "   almost  as  important  to  having  witnessed  shinho  frown  once  again,  it  was  probably  the  most  endearing  sight  keon  ever  saw.  at  the  sudden  yell  from  male  beore  him,  keon  flinched  more  over  his  sound  than  the  scene  in  the  movie;  soon  drawing  a  loud,  amused,  laughter  from  the  back  of  keon's  throat.   "  yah,  you're  the  one  who  wanted  to  keep  watching  this  movie,  hiding  should  be  disqualified,  meaning  you  get  the  next  beverage  in  the  fridge.  "   frame  moved,  so  that  he's  able  to  lock  eyes  onto  the  male  curled  up  behind  him,  single  brow  quirked  upward.   "  we  could've  just  watched  a  disney  movie,  you  know.  "

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            " oh man, i know exactly what you mean. men are just . . disappointing, sadly. " it was then that shinho realizes that he's found herself in the same exact place once upon a time - wanting to believe that a hopeless case can be saved and staying in a dead end relationship in the hopes that something will change. " but yes, let's go get you new things . . then we can drown our sorrows in ice cream . . and wine. " he suggests, grabbing her by the wrist. " i'll even treat you to some good food while we're at it. it's the best solution for a broken heart. "

"I thought he was cute. You know, when you fall for someone sometimes you're willing to turn a blind eye to some things for them, given it's not something too serious." The guy didn't even need to lie to her, she was doing good enough doing it for him by lying to herself. But he crossed a line she just couldn't ignore. Elaine let out a soft chuckle. "I like the way you're thinking. I'll make him regret playing with someone like me."

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            " i'm not saying this is anything new, but still. i was a fool to think that last night would be any different. " even with being the dramatic soul that he was, shinho lets her be - used to her rather morbid curiosity around such things. " i will not try harder next time, thank you very much. next time, i'm the one that's getting drunk. " though it was never the case, as high tolerance for alcohol was his middle name. " damn i really get nothing, huh ? not even a free meal for saving your ass ? "

"this is news to you?" it's like he didn't even know her! violet rolls her eyes, only mildly annoyed by the call out. "i wouldn't have missed if i didn't have anything to drink." this much was true. she's been putting in the work when she trained. she's not particularly gentle when she takes his hand, practically ogling the bruises. with his hand still in hers, the girl scoffs. "you wish. these aren't bad enough for me to feel sorry for you so try harder next time, yeah?"

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            "  alright  fine,  i  suppose  congratulations  are  in  order  for  you.  "  shinho  plays  along,  even  clapping  for  him  to  add  to  the  dramatic  flair  of  the  conversation,  "  that's  true,  the  fact  that  you  are  fine  and  normal  tells  me  that  you  won  the  fight.  and  now  you  can  add  more  badges  of  honor  !  "  resting  his  cheek  on  the  palm  of  his  hand,  he  continues  to  smile  at  the  older  male,  only  for  it  to  waver  momentarily,  "  ew,  then,  i'm  glad  you  chose  to  teach  them  a  lesson.  "  nodding  firmly,  he  inflates  his  cheeks  out,  "  if  you  were  out  last  night,  are  you  going  to  be  okay  with  us  heading  out  for  tonight  too  ?  "  he  felt  bad  having  to  bring  him  out  tonight  after  his  eventful  night,  surveying  him  and  making  sure  he  was  fine.  "  we're  gonna  be  out  late,  too.  "

"congratulate  me  —  clearly!"  joonwoo  knows  his  actions  may  have  appeared  reckless,  but  he's  not  one  to  walk  away  from  a  friend  in  need,  especially  when  they're  visibly  uncomfortable  for  a  valid  reason.  "don't  worry  about  it.  i'm  fine  now,  aren't  i?"  it's  somewhat  of  a  miracle  that  he  seems  to  have  come  back  unscathed,  despite  a  few  scratches  over  his  knuckles  that  will  heal  in  two  days.  "i  think  he  asked  for  her  number,  she  refused  but  you  know,  unfortunately  not  everyone  takes  that  message  well."  it's  a  shame,  but  respect  isn't  in  some  people's  vocabulary.  "i  know,  right?  but  at  least  i've  got  one  more  fight  that  i  can  brag  about."  he  jokes  playfully,  hoping  to  further  ease  shinho's  worries.

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            allowing himself to bask at the moment, doing some twirls and body rolls, and if he could breakdance right then and there, he would. by then, all eyes around them was on shinho and ichigo, though that wouldn't stop him from showing off. " oh god, i see her. she's upstairs. " stealing a glance up at the VIP section of the club, seeing the birthday girl watching over them, hunched over the railing. " yep, she's definitely watching alright ! what should we dooo ?! we should just keep going right ? " he asks, turning his attention back to them, " orrr we could also change the playlist ? i'm really in a vindictive mood today. " knowing it might lead to them getting kicked out, though not caring one bit, this night was going to be one for the books for both of them.

didn't   necessarily   relate   to   the   confidence   that   sinho   exuded,   while   his   seemed   natural,   theirs   was   manufactured   -   a   skill   harboured   to   survive   in   the   wilderness   of   the   internet;   certainly   not   a   safe   space   for   those   deemed   too   fragile   and   emotional.   the   comment   earns   a   smile,   mimicking   his   laughter   soon   after,   enjoyment   too   genuine   as   body   moved   along   the   beat.   ❝   i   don't   know   !   to   be   honest   i   don't   care   either   !   ❞   volume   rather   loud   so   voice   could   be   heard   above   blasting   sound   that   played   in   the   background.   was   more   focused   on   having   fun   than   being   petty,   figured   they   could   leave   that   job   to   sinho.   ❝   do   you   think   they'll   only   play   the   birthday   girl's   playlist   ?!   it   kinda   sucks   !   ❞

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            " yeah, i mean for the most part - at least i am not getting swayed by sweet talkers anymore. and this is why you also need to be very careful. just because they're older doesn't mean they know how to act. " he speaks from his heart, cautioning her, " i'll probably just date someone around my age next time . . "

ꕤ᭢͏ུ    ．           “   at least you gained a new experience  ?   ”   isolde made an attempt to comfort,   offering shinho a soft smile.   “   you wouldn’t be where you are today if it weren’t for all of that.   ”

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            with  the  stranger  tormenting  him  all  day,  shinho  figured  he  should’ve  known  better  than  to  assume  the  teasing  would  end  anytime  soon.  naive  might  as  well  have  been  written  on  his  forehead  as  his  '  boyfriend  '  seamlessly  agreed  to  his  grandma’s  suggestion,  leaving  shinho  no  room  to  object.  resigned,  he  let  out  a  soft  sigh,  "  of  course  .  .  "  he  dejectedly  responds,  following  the  taller  figure's  long  strides.  it  wasn't  long  until  they  reached  the  bus  stop  that  would  take  them  to  shinho's  quaint  family  home,  keeping  silent  while  waiting.  it  was  only  when  his  grandma  started  interviewing  the  other  male  that  shinho  found  himself  paying  attention,  his  interest  piqued  about  the  other,  too.  '  so,  i'm  sorry  if  i'm  being  a  forgetful  old  lady,  but  have  you  told  me  your  name  yet,  son  ?  '  his  grandma  asks  as  shin's  ears  perk  up,  eager  to  see  how  the  mystery  man  would  answer  after  dodging  the  very  same  question  earlier  from  him.

 turning  to  shinho  with  a  playful  glint  in  his  eyes,  thoroughly  enjoying  how  flustered  he  was.  ❛  busy  ?  me  ?  not  at  all,  jagiya.  ❜  he  leaned  in  slightly,  his  tone  dripping  with  exaggerated  affection  as  he  emphasized  the  endearment,  much  to  shinho's  horror.  turning  his  attention  back  to  the  grandmother,  he  gave  her  his  most  charming  smile.  ❛  i  would  be  honored  to  meet  the  rest  of  the  family,  halmeoni.  shinho  talks  about  you  all  the  time  your  cooking  especially.  he  says  nothing  compares  to  it.  ❜  hyunwoo  glanced  back  at  shinho,  his  expression  the  perfect  picture  of  innocence,  though  the  smirk  tugging  at  his  lips  betrayed  him.  ❛  i  think  it's  time  we  make  things  official,  don't  you  think,  jagiya  ?  ❜  he  slipped  an  arm  around  his  shoulders  casually,  as  if  they  had  done  it  a  million  times  before,  leaning  in  just  close  enough  to  keep  the  facade  alive.

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            shinho  could  hardly  believe  what  was  happening  right  in  front  of  his  eyes  -  his  grandma's  incessant  compliments  directed  to  the  stranger  and  her  doting  over  him  as  if  he  had  been  part  of  the  family  all  along.  he  also  didn't  know  what  to  address  first  -  the  fact  that  he  was  fully  leaning  into  the  role,  or  that  he  said  he  was  the  handsome  one.  barely  even  getting  a  word  in,  a  gasp  leaves  his  lips  when  his  grandma  urges  the  pair  to  come  home  together  so  that  he  could  meet  the  rest  of  the  family,  "  a-ah,  halmeoni  -  that  won't  be  necessary,  he's  probably  going  to  be  busy  for  the  rest  of  the  night    .  .  right,  jagi  ?  "  he  asks  through  gritted  teeth,  imploring  the  taller  figure  to  agree.

 hyunwoo  barely  held  back  a  laugh,  wrapping  his  arms  around  the  sweet  woman  who  had  so  enthusiastically  embraced  him.  ❛  oh,  so  this  is  where  you  get  your  charm  from,  shinho.  ❜  he  teased,  shooting  the  other  a  playful  glance  as  he  gently  released  her.  ❛  it's  an  honor  to  meet  you,  halmeoni.  i  can  see  why  your  grandson's  so  well  loved.  ❜  his  grin  widened  at  shinho's  obvious  discomfort,  deciding  to  lean  into  the  moment  a  little  more.  ❛  and  you  are  right  he  is  lucky.  i'm  the  handsome  one  in  this  relationship,  after  all.  ❜  turning  his  attention  back  to  the  elder,  he  added  with  a  wink.  ❛  i  will  make  sure  to  take  good  care  of  him,  so  don't  worry.  ❜

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            "  what  do  you  mean  ?  we've  known  each  other  for  like,  five  minutes.  "  playing  ignorant  had  been  the  move  for  shinho  since  crossing  paths  with  the  stranger.  as  much  as  he  did  want  to  have  a  snarky  response  prepared  for  his  vegetable  stand  comment,  the  tiny  figure  approaching  them  was  much  more  of  a  pressing  issue  for  him.  he  wasn't  even  able  to  address  his  query,  knowing  it  was  about  to  be  answered,  "  hi  grandma,  what  are  you  doing  here  ?  didn't  mom  tell  you  i  was  the  one  buying  the  veg-  "  getting  cut  off  as  the  elderly  woman  comes  up  to  hyunwoo  instead  and  gives  him  a  big  hug,  completely  taking  shinho  by  surprise.  '  so  it's  true,  my  grandson  does  have  a  handsome  boyfriend.  '  she  confirms  his  worst  fear,  "  word  does  spread  around  here  fast,  doesn't  it  ?  "  the  male  mumbles  through  gritted  teeth,  watching  the  two  interact.

 hyunwoo  chuckled,  clearly  enjoying  how  flustered  shinho  was  from  that  quick  kiss.  ❛  taken  aback,  huh  ?  i  don't  think  i  have  ever  seen  you  like  this.  ❜  he  teased,  his  voice  light  but  with  that  unmistakable  edge  of  mischief,  even  when  this  was  only  hour  or  two  in  of  meeting  the  male.  he  followed  along  easily  when  shinho  grabbed  his  hand,  letting  himself  be  led  towards  the  vegetable  stand.  ❛  who  says  you  can't  find  cute  things  at  a  vegetable  stand  ?  i  mean,  look  at  me  ..  i'm  standing  right  here.  ❜  fully  aware  of  how  much  he  was  pushing  shinho's  buttons.  but  then,  he  noticed  the  change  in  the  male's  demeanor,  the  way  his  hand  seemed  to  tense  slightly  in  his.  he  followed  his  gaze  and  spotted  the  approaching  figure.  ❛  shinho,  who's  that?  ❜  his  voice  lowered,  curiosity  replacing  his  teasing  tone.

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            "  i  .  .  was  just  taken  aback,  that's  all.  "  he  defends  himself  -  poorly,  at  that,  his  usual  snarky  tone  long  gone  after  that  unexpected  smooch  on  his  cheek.  thanking  the  old  lady  manning  the  food  stall  and  placing  a  few  bills  on  the  table,  shinho  hops  off  the  wooden  stool,  ignoring  the  stranger's  words  about  his  lack  of  self-restraint.  "  let's  do  the  vegetable  run,  then  ?  unsure  if  there's  anything  cute  that  you  can  find  there,  but  sure.  "  grabbing  the  taller  male's  hand  in  his naturally,  he  leads  the  way  to  his  usual  go-to  stand  for  produce,  his  blood  running  cold  when  he  notices  a  familiar  figure  walking  up  to  them  from  a  near  distance.

 leaning  back,  an  amused  smirk  tugging  at  his  lips  as  he  watched  shinho  try  to  compose  himself,  his  blush  visible.  ❛  oh  ?  i  didn't  hear  a  single  complaint  about  that  kiss,  just  saying.  ❜  he  teased,  arms  crossed  as  he  settled  into  his  seat,  making  it  clear  he  wasn't  about  to  let  shinho  off  the  hook  so  easily.  leaning  forward  with  a  gleam  in  his  eye,  he  added.  ❛  i  just  couldn’t  resist,  that's  all.  but,  fine,  i'll  let  you  go  without  any  more  teasing.  for  now.  ❜  he  grinned,  finally  reaching  for  the  last  bite  of  his  food,  savoring  the  satisfaction  of  seeing  shinho  all  flustered.  ❛  i'm  done,  if  you  are.  we  could  take  a  walk,  or  maybe  I'll  find  more  reasons  to  call  you  cute  on  the  way.  sound  good  ?  ❜