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alekx · 2 years
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The Sunday Currently, vol. 2
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Belated Happy Halloween, but not really because this is my least favorite holiday :-(
Anyway, I am overdue for an update and I thought of posting a second installment to my own version of Sidda Thornton’s The Sunday Currently series. I needed something I wouldn’t be able to make excuses about, and this was perfect. I don’t need to prepare a lot of photos nor do I need to organize a draft. Just pure updates on my consumption. Here goes…
reading
I am currently reading Jose Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere. Last June, I finally found a copy of the Soledad Lacson-Locsin translation. We all read Noli in high school, but I didn’t pay as much attention back then. Years later, I read Benedict Anderson’s review of this translation as part of my research for “The Spectre of Comparison” when MCAD brought the show to Manila. I liked his notes on the novel, and I’ve been hunting for a copy ever since.
Before this, I finished Alain de Botton and John Armstrong’s Art as Therapy. I am also currently reading Vogue Philippines and currently subscribed to Art & Market. I try to check Katy Hessel’s column on The Guardian though I am not doing a very good job of keeping up. Current unread count as of writing: 427. Nope. Make that 436.
listening
“To You” and “Second Life” by SEVENTEEN, “Maniac” by NCT U (but really it’s just Doyoung and Haechan), “Forever Only” by Jaehyun, and “Designer” by NCT 127 if we go by my Spotify On Repeat playlist as of writing. “To You” is my favorite in Attacca, “Designer” in 2 Baddies, but it’s “Lie Again” that I like the most in Ode to You.
I watched The Link when 127 came here last month and I heard the iconic “Back 2 U” with my own ears. Everyone’s vocals are top notch that night from start to end. Taeil exists, guys, and his voice really sounds like in the songs if not better!!! 127 as a whole is so vocally stable from start to finish, and you get this sense that they really trained so hard as performers.
Sadly, I didn’t get to watch Seventeen’s Be The Sun concert, and I also missed beabadobee’s. Boooo!
Finally, I also gave Greasy Cafe’s TECHNICOLOR a recent listen. I am obsessed with the music video for “Time Bomb” partly because it’s interesting, but also partly because I like Mark Prin and Mew.
watching
I finished half of Gilmore Girls’ second season before taking a break from the series. I also finished Romance is a Bonus Book, which I loved. It’s going on my list of favorites.
I looooooved “Insula” from Fifth Wall Fest. The dance was so electric and the cinematography was just as exciting.
Because I’m reading Noli, I also decided to watch Maria Clara at Ibarra. I love Dennis Trillo as Crisostomo Ibarra and I enjoy Barbie Forteza as Klay. Padre Salvi’s character still gives me the creeps.
I also watch the local adaptation of Start-Up occasionally. I do think Seo Dal-mi could have been played by a different actress.
Lastly, Doctor Who is going to be on Disney+???? Aaaaah! I didn’t really want to get a subscription, but this is making me reconsider.
loving
My skincare routine! I think I’ve found a really good routine and it has been working so well for me for months now.
feeling
…excited, because I’m starting two projects soon that I’m really excited about. One is an actual project thing that I don’t really want to talk about until it’s over and one is a project I’ve been meaning to start for myself, which I also don’t want to talk about until I’ve finished. All you need to know is that I am excited and keeping busy.
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luviedoie · 3 years
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doyoung fucking hates me.
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dreamyyang · 3 years
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hi bb hope yr doing well? can you do a 127 reaction where the reader tells them she needs to talk to them / tell them smth & she starts crying but it’s becos she’s confessing that she was in love w them? like she was nervous LOL and they comfort her ofc ehe smth fluffy,,???
surprisingly, I’m in a good mood lol. I hope you’re doing good as well ^^
god I haven’t written reactions in like five years shsjdhs I hope you like it, love. tysm for requesting 💖
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summary: you're finally about to confess to your crush of god-knows-how-long but your nerves get the best of you.
pairing: nct 127 x reader
genres: fluff, humour, crushes to lovers
warnings: none except for a lot of cursing lol
word count: 0.7k
note: these reactions are based on my interpretation of the boys' personalities so I'm sorry if this disappoints you
requests are open
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taeyong:
concerned bubu™
honestly thought you were gonna tell him you had a terminal illness or something
conducts an impromptu therapy session
“what’s been going on in your life?” “mhm, and how does that make you feel?”
when you finally manage to tell him that you like him he looks so done with you
“I like you too y/n but you didn’t have to cry tf”
taeil:
literally doesn’t know what to do/say
just wraps you in a hug and goes, “I promise you, nothing could ruin our friendship.”
which makes you cry harder bc holy fuck taeil is such a sweetheart :(
squeezes your hand and encourages you to continue speaking
“go on, there’s nothing to be afraid of.”
gives you a big kiss and can’t stop smiling as he does it because he also has the fattest crush on you
johnny:
turns into your personal hypeman, “y/n, babe, you’re the baddest bitch alive and don’t you DARE let anyone tell you otherwise”
isn’t focused on what you’re trying to say, just wants you to feel better
so he’s completely thrown off-guard when he’s scooping out ice cream for you and you go, “so yeah...I have a huge crush on you”
ice cream is now on the floor
“BITCH I THOUGHT YOUR GRANDMA DIED OR SMTH”
“wait where are we going?” “ice cream parlour for our first date. you’re paying.”
yuta:
“just breathe, okay? take as much time as you need.”
ends up cancelling his plans bc he’s really worried
starts coming up with ways to hide the body cause he’s convinced you killed someone
honestly isn’t surprised when you confess, you were being so obvious these past few months
now he’s kinda mad cause he cancelled on father-son bonding time with shotaro
“MY POOR BABY IS GONNA THINK I HATE HIM”
doyoung:
half “noooo my lil baby please don’t cry” and half “well this is awkward”
he’d probably want to impress you and seem like really chivalrous and shit
holds your hand and comforts you or gives you his jacket if you guys are outside and it’s cold
is a bit awkward but really happy when you confess to him
expect to get teased constantly
“hi this is my s/o y/n, did you know they cried while confessing to me?”
jaehyun:
okay it’s so ironic that I just wrote a hurt/comfort fic w jae but pFFT this boy does nothing
gives you blank stare, and on a good day, he might even nod encouragingly
there’s a chance he’ll hold your hand, rub your back or do some action that’ll comfort you, but that’s it
jaehyun just strikes me as the type to be quiet and let you say what you have to before reacting
gives you a cute smile and a kiss on the cheek after the words, “I really like you” leave your mouth
he laughs, feeling relieved it wasn’t something bad and actually finds it cute when he thinks about it later
jungwoo:
like jae he just feels like he wouldn’t really say something aside from some words of encouragement
if he feels like you’re really upset he might try to make you laugh
“you don’t have to tell me right now”
can’t help but laugh at you when he finds out you were just nervous to confess
cuddles afterwards while watching your favourite movie/show to help you calm down (netflix and chill 🥴)
he might joke about it later but not as much as hyuck and doodoo
mark:
panics and gives you a fucking bro hug
awkward back patting and all
literally the most awkward interaction ever cause you’re too scared to confess and he’s too scared to do anything that might upset you further
“dude it’s all good, just like, chill bro. you know you can tell me anything bro”
you manage to stop crying but only cause you’re laughing at how terrified mark looks
you end up confessing to him mid laugh and honestly all he does is just stare at you
mark: *ten minutes later, telling jungwoo the whole thing* anyway so I think I have an s/o now idk I’m still very confused
haechan:
hyuck gives me “imma annoy you into feeling better” vibes
“stop doing that thing with your face you look ugly” “stfu I’m literally crying”
at some point you stop crying and start beating his ass with a pillow
“okay now that you’re back to being murderous instead of a depressed lil bitch what’s up?”
tries to act smooth when you tell him but he’s honestly ecstatic because he has liked you for literally the longest time
like doyoung, he will make fun of you 24/7. actually scratch that, he’s even worse than doyoung
let’s just say he’s lucky that he’s cute
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© dreamyyang, 2021
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himitsu-luna · 4 years
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Nct 127 reaction to coming home and seeing you upset and crying
Context: You had a tough day at work, and your frustration were manifesting itself in the form of tears. This member comes home and the first thing he lays his eyes on is you, crying on the couch.
How would he react?
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Taeil
When he sees you crying, he slowly approaches you and calls your name softly
His heart is beating fast, afraid of whatever made you cry
He would sit beside you, trying to look at your face
He would take your hands and ask you what happened, with his melodic voice
As you don't immediately respond, he stays like this, now hugging you and caressing your back
He has the magic touch. It's crazy how just with his touch, you feel completely safe
Just his presence makes you feel that everything is going to be alright
You calm yourself down and start talking about your tough day
He silently listens to everything, wiping away some stubborn tears you're still shedding with his bare fingers
He would say that is ok to cry, that he understands you, and that he is proud of you
When he sees you're feeling better, he would try to light up the mood, by trying to make you smile by acting cute
When you smile, he feels relieved, and he just takes you in his arms and you two lay down on the couch and stay there in a cozy silence.
Johnny
Johnny would quickly walk to you the instant he sees your crying face
He straight away cups your face with his hands, and asks you what is wrong
While waiting for you to answer, he would get you some tissues and a glass of water
He would put himself right in front of you, so he can look directly at your face
You start talking, and he would be holding your hands, listening to everything attentively
After hearing all of your frustrations, he would be really serious, trying to find the right words to comfort you the best way he can
He is pretty good at this actually, and you can feel all the support and love coming from him
He makes you feel your feelings are valid, and that you're not being dramatic after all
When he sees you're better, he gives you a little peck on your forehead, and goes to the kitchen to prepare some hot chocolate for you.
Taeyong
Taeyong would be lost for a moment
He would go to you with trembling pupils and extended arms, asking you what's wrong
He would hug you and make you cry on his shoulders, while he caresses your head
He would not ask you anything anymore. He would give you the time to collect yourself, while hugging you in silence
When he sees you calmed yourself down a little bit, enough for you to talk, he would ask in a low and sweet voice - "now baby, tell me what's is wrong. Can you?"
His voice and his understanding and empathetic eyes would make you already feel better. You're not alone after all
You would tell him all of your frustrations, and he would listen to you patiently
At the end, he would smile at you, and would make sure your feelings were understood, and that you are an amazing person, in every point of view
When he sees you smiling back at him, he would start to pamper and spoil you in every existent way
Yuta
Yuta would be perplexed when he sees you coiled up on the couch
His first thought would be that you're in pain or hurt.
He would run to you, extremely worried.
He holds you and checks every part of you, asking you what happened and if you're hurt
Then he stops and looks at your face, waiting for some answer, still holding you lightly by your arms
As you nod your head in negativity still crying, he would know then that something happened at work
He would go - " it's ok, it's ok, now tell me what happened", while hugging you against his chest
He would wait in silence until you start talking
He would listen to you with a serious expression on his face, as if he is looking right into your soul
He would then hug you even thighter and would say it's ok. He is really realistic, supportive and sweet in the way he comforts you.
He gives you practical advices and you feel so much more confident and relieved
To wrap up the night, he would prepare a relaxing and warm bath just for you
Doyoung
Doyoung would be really affected by the sight of you crying
He would get shocked and would go to you already with tissues in hand and wide eyes never leaving your figure
While he dries your tears, he asks you what happened, with the sweetest tone ever
He would patiently wait for your answer, but you can see his worry and sadness showing on his face through his dancing eyebrows.
You would tell him everything, and he would be caressing your head all the time, nodding and agreeing
He understands you perfectly. He would ask you to take a deep breath and then would give you some wise, reassuring and comforting words, that are just too perfect to be true
He knows you better than anyone, he knows what to say and how to say it
You two would stay at the couch for a while, in each other arms
When he sees you are not sobbing anymore, he would ask you what you want for dinner: "Just tell me, I'll do anything you want". he says, looking at you tenderly.
Jaehyun
Jaehyun would stop confused at the door when he sees you crying.
When he comes back to his senses, he would take large steps in your direction, asking you what's wrong
His eyes have never been so wide open and agitated. He takes your hands and move your hair away from your face, waiting for you to respond.
He waits, waits, waits, but never let you go
You would start talking, and he would listen to you with great attention
Even when you are done talking, he asks more about your feelings, and just let you talk and talk more. He wants to understand everything that goes through your head, and you end up venting with him things you didn't even know you needed to unburden.
You would feel at complete peace with this casual mini therapy session.
He would feel it and would open a cute smile for you, saying you reassuring words with his sweet, deep and calm voice.
Then he would take you to bed and prepare a cozy and relaxing atmosphere, by lightning some scented candles and playing some of their vinils.
Winwin
Winwin would be confused and lost, but would take action as soon as he sees you crying
He would quickly go to you, wanting to know what happened
He is kinda afraid of touching you. You look so fragile that he thinks you would fall apart just by the hit of a light breeze
But he ends up in front of you, caressing your arms and your head, asking again what's wrong
You would fall in silence for a moment, and he would be looking at you, now caressing your cheeks
When you get able to talk, you start ranting about everything.
He would listen to you, agreeing with all of your thoughts
Then he would move to your side, would hug you, and would say everything is ok now. You went through your day, you cried and cried, and you've became stronger. He is proud of you and he will be always there for you.
He would cutely smile at you, and you would end up talking all night long, lying on the couch and staring at the ceiling.
Jungwoo
Jungwoo would run to you, asking what happened a million times
He would be touching you everywhere, to make sure you're not hurt
Then he would look at you with worried and inquisitive eyes, with his hands over your shoulders, asking you again what happened
He would caress your face while waiting for you to answer
His pouty lips and frowned eyebrows show that he is doing his best to hide his tears from you
When you start talking, he would listen to your words and would be agreeing with everything
He would show you his support by making you feel loved. He tells you that you can talk to him all night long if you want, that he is going to kick out all of your saddness, and that he will always be by your side.
He would pull you into his lap, and would give you thousands of pecks all over your face, smiling with the sight of your smile
Mark
Mark would be in shock. He would freeze at the door, asking you from afar what's wrong
He would then slowly approach you, kneeling down to level his eyes with yours, while moving away you hair from your face
He would wipe your tears and ask you again with a soft and worried voice what's wrong
His eyebrows are almost touching each other, and he seems to be in so much pain
He silently waits for your answer, his eyes paying attention to the slightest move of yours
You tell him everything that has been bothering you, and he listens to you quietly
When you finish your last sentence, he says things like - "Ohh honey, it's ok/Just spill everything out, let everything go./ I'm proud of you/ remember you're not alone"
You know he will always be with you, trying his best to make you happy, and this thought makes you feel relieved and thankful
Then he would try to distract you by ordering some nice food and watching a nice movie with you, spending a light hearted rest of night
Haechan
When he sees you crying, Haechan would approach you in his normal pace, but he would be extremely worried calling your name
He would try to see your face better and would engulf you into a hug, while asking what happened
He would look at your face again, waiting for the answer, now cupping your face and wiping your tears with his fingers
You talk to him about your day, and he just lets you vent everything you want with him, casually ranting with you too
He is actually a great listener and is really observant. He remembers every detail related to you, every conversation you had, every confidence you made to him while you were too sleepy to think straight.
So he understands your feelings and always knows what to say and how to make you feel better.
After you talk for a long time, and you feel calmer, he would cling to you, making you feel cozy, warm and loved.
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Sistaaah!! @starrdustville I wrote more than I was expecting ahhahha i tried my best to not repeat myself all the time hehehe I hope you like it sis!!!!! Thanks for the lovely request!!!💕
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junicai · 4 years
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Relationship with NCT 127
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➣ Taeil ☾ taria 
taeil is the Sole Protector of aria’s sanity 
taeil loves his maknaes so much, but he literally looks at her like she put the stars in the sky 
the Proud Dad smile :’)
when aria first debuted, czennies thought that she was the same age as jungwoo - because she acted older than her age - but with taeil she lets her inner kid come out 
highkey dependent on his approval for things in relation to singing
“was, was that ok?” “perfect, ari.”  “ (O_O;)  - (◕‿◕)♡”
she will fight mark and donghyuck for his attention, and she will win
for a while, the two had shared a dorm room before they were rearranged, and taeil let her slip into his bed when she was feeling homesick 
the offer is still open, but aria takes him up on it less and less
taeil is NOT sad about that. absolutely not.
he’s vehemently against any and all diets she tries - saying that if she gets any smaller he’s going to be able to pick her up with one hand
que him dragging her out for ice-cream after a promotion, paying no mind to her protests
aria helps taeil with translating a lot of things into english during lives and interviews - so much to the point where he’s picked up a bit of an irish accent and the others never fail to clown him for it 
taeil still has the small braided bracelet that aria gave to the members on their first anniversary of nct (he keeps it in the drawer beside his bed)
aria is his self-professed happy virus. he told czennies in a vlive once that her smile makes him feel really happy and he wants to protect it to the best of his ability
aria always fixes his micpack before they go onstage if its crooked, because she comes out after him in the lineup
they have monthly movie nights and they alternate who chooses the movie / show (taeil normally goes for mystery or drama themed ones, while aria enjoys making them both sob miserably)
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT.
aria and taeil singing “I See the Light” from tangled for the NCT Music channel, and the tears that were shed by both moonis and realtai alike. sm really popped off with the staging and the lighting of the whole video - between the smiles that were on both of the singers faces and the whole ambiance created, its a cinematic masterpiece 
no one was surprised when it hit 2 million views in a day, and a lot of solo stans were born from that video
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➣ Johnny ☾ johria
indisputable siblings 
there is not a single czennie who ships these two romantically, and that’s because they’re just too wholesome 
johnny is one of the few members that aria calls “oppa”, mainly because of the age gap and sm wanted her to appear respectful, but also because he thinks she looks so cute
very chill, excellent vibes
their vlives are either chaotic messes or the closest thing to therapy since ice cubes 
the blanket on aria’s bed? that was a gift from johnny - she had been complaining to mark about how cold she always was anemia tings
czennies are begging for sm to allow aria to open up a solo instagram account, becuse they see the amount of pictures johnny takes of her
in the park? he’s making her pose in front of the flowers. backstage before a show? the lighting, c’mon.
big big bear hugs - the height difference make nctzens want to die 
185cm vs 158cm? p l e a s e she’s so tiny in comparison  (/ =ω=)/
when she gives him backhugs it looks like a little kitten trying to wrestle with the family dog 
play fighting about vernacular:
“ITS CALLED A SIDEWALK” “S I D E W A L K, ITS A FOOTPATH YOU BUFFOON”
very vocal about her wellbeing, and has asked fans before to remind her to take better care of herself and get to sleep sooner
aria, starting a vlive at 3am: hi hi~
the comments: NO GO TO BED
johnny helped her a lot when it came to the style change in choreography, as aria was used to soft, flowing movements and not the powerful, sleek style that most nct dances have 
consistently forgets the fact that she is not the fourteen year old he first met, and is, in fact, an adult now. “you’re a child” “im 18″ “...no”
is the person to get angry on her behalf when interviewers belittle or ignore her 
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT. 
during a fansign, a fan asked aria who did she think was the most comforting when she was stressed (besides mark and donghyuck) and aria said johnny. “he’s so, constant? like nothing seems to knock him or throw him off, and that’s really comforting when i feel unsteady.”
johnny is now known as aria’s weighted blanket. 
that is all. 
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➣ Taeyong ☾ ariyong
taeyong took one look at aria the first time she showed up for group practice and immediately adopted her (not literally, but he would if he could)
eomma meets highly protective older brother meets life coach type beat? 
so so soft for her its sickening 
says he doesn’t have favourites and will then spend an hour cooking for aria because she’s been in the studio for the whole day and he knows she hasn’t eaten yet
when aria was given a duet to do for the sm stages, she had to pick another member to do it with and her first choice was taeyong
she always has said that taeyong is one of the pillars keeping her upright and sane - without him she wasn’t sure if she would have been able to complete her training
because of all the schedules they share together, if aria isn’t rooming with mark then she’s definitely rooming with taeyong
whenever she does his makeup (more often than you’d think) she point blank refuses to cover his scar, even when he asks her to 
“please? i don’t like it.” *gasp* “how dare you.” 
sleepy aria! snuggling into taeyong’s shoulder when a schedule ran late! 
he gets uncomfy when the stylists put her in too revealing clothes, and has spoken to them on numerous occasions about dressing her in age-appropriate attire, no matter how “sexy” the concept might be 
he keeps little bags of sugar-dusted strawberry sweets in his bag incase she forgets to eat and feels faint after the last time (they used to be blueberry flavoured, but he heard donghyuck throwing out any and all “blueberry-contaminated” food one evening)
taeyong doesn’t tolerate hate towards aria, especially in person, so he always makes sure to sit down the line from her so that he can see when people skip intentionally her
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT. 
taeyong had just been awarded the solo bedroom on the last night of the Mtopia series, and was staring off into the corner looking rather uncomfortable. aria, who was meant to be rooming with baekhyun looked over and saw his mouth curled downwards slightly. 
“baekhyun-oppa, is it ok if i room with taeyongie-oppa tonight? i ran out of my tablets, and he has some in his bag..” 
baekhyun looked down at her with a small smile and agreed, while on the video edited captions appeared with the words, “a cute maknae, asking to room with a younger member...”
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➣ Yuta ☾ nakamiya
the president of realtai 
this man is absolutely, completely and irrevocably whipped for aria and she is not afraid to use that to her advantage
she beat him at arm wrestling because she pouted at him - she’s too powerful 
aria.exe stopped responding when yuta started to playfully flirt with her the first few times
*winks* “hu-wha-”
one of the most outwardly protective members of her, because he feels a sense of responsibility for the younger girl
he was one of the trainees she first befriended, aria’s korean not being good enough to hold a decent conversation, and yuta happy that there was another japanese trainee 
9 times out of 10, when the members are making their way through crowded areas like airports yuta is always behind or directly beside aria
during a fansign one of the fans asked why he did that, and he said that he needed to keep her in his line of sight or else he’d get anxious that she’s so small that she could get swallowed in the crowds 
yes aria hit him for the short comment 
yuta, 50% of the time: you’re not allowed date until you’re 35
yuta, the other 50% of the time: bro where’s your boyfriend
he complains that she isn’t as sweet as she was when she first joined, and that hyuck must have corrupted her (╬ Ò﹏Ó)
he let’s her braid his hair when its longer, them both sitting on a bed with yuta in front and aria kneeling behind him so she can reach 
he was the first person to take her home for the holidays, because ireland was too far to go back for a week over christmas 
“what do you mean you’ve never been to japan???” 
bitching about the other members in japanese? more likely than you’d think 
when aria turned legal in korea, yuta took her out drinking and made sure to post pictures of her with her flushed cheeks on his instagram story with the caption “aish, i told you to pace yourself....” “happy birthday riri”
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT. 
you know that one clip of the sasaeng getting absolutely trashed by nct’s bodyguard and taeyong jumping 7 feet into the air? 
well taeyong wasn’t the only one startled; standing beside yuta, aria was closest to the wall of fans when the girl ran forward towards the members. aria jumped in fright, while yuta barely made a face (#unbothered). he simply wrapped an arm over her shoulders and pulled her around to the other side, tucking her underneath his arm.
tsundere!yuta
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➣ Doyoung ☾ dori
*ahem* WHIPPED *ahem*
doyoung adores aria so much 
was he unsure about a girl being added to a group of boys? yes but it was moreso concern about how he was going to make sure she wasn’t accidentally trampled
they bonded over a night in the recording studio when he found her sitting on the floor with music sheets scattered around her 
a whole mentor when it comes to singing 
aria always turns to him after singing - especially when it wasn’t planned, like at a fansign - to see if she did a good job
doyoung has yet to tell her that she hasn’t but sue her, she appreciates the validation
the original mother and Will Not Let Taeyong Forget It
doyoung, dragging aria out of the studio: now listen here young lady-
kitten and bunny friends RISE
no seriously sm released merch of a kitten and bunny plushie and it sold out in a day
when aria had the accident that led to her two month hiatus, doyoung was the one who rode in the ambulance with her after refusing to let go of her hand 
“i’m sorry sir, only family are allowed in at the moment-” “we are her family” *nurse looks around the room at the 14 other boys sitting anxiously*
he is a weak, weak man he will crumple on any decision if she smiles and slash or whines at him even slightly 
carries band-aids and support strapping in his practice bag because he knows that she gets really bad blisters when she hasn’t practiced while wearing her heels in a while, and he makes her wrap her ankles for the first few sessions incase she falls 
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENTS.
NCT 127 Take a Friendship Test (Glamour - 2020)
“ahh, my first impression?” *laughs* “actually, we first met in a recording studio, at like. 3 o’clock in the morning? he stuck his head in the doorway and i was so tired that i thought i had died and an angel had come to save me...”  (*μ_μ) 
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➣ Jaehyun ☾ jaria
you know how cheetahs in the zoo get emotionally support puppies?
this is the same type of vibe
very snuggly together? but only in specific scenarios, like when jaehyun is too tired to move after a movie night, he’ll just kinda engulf aria in a hug and make her sleep on the couch with him 
any back hug she gives him turns into a piggy back, its non-negotiable 
likes to randomly compliment her to see how red he can make her face go
did she have a crush on him when she first moved to korea? yes, but who didn’t
that faded really quickly though once she started into the group officially - now they are more like siblings
they don’t interact that much on camera? rip to the jaria shippers
but that doesn’t mean they aren’t close with each other its just that a lot of their interactions happen off-screen
naturally, jaehyun began to think of her as a younger sister over the years they performed together 
jaehyun will end anybody who lays a hand on aria 
a little bap bap if you will 
he asked her to take him ice-skating one day, and the entire time was spent with aria laughing her ass off as he ate the ice nearly fourteen times before getting the hang of it 
he takes her out for food when he notices that she’s been put back on a strict diet plan (aria thinks she’s good at hiding those pieces of paper, but she forgets that when she puts it on top of things, that other people are a lot taller than her and have a higher vantage point)
the prince and princess of nct? check 
head pats
he likes to pat her head and she’ll swat it away immediately until she gets tired and just lets him do his thing 
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT.
jaehyun was wearing a flower crown placed carefully on his head as he bent down slightly to run his hands through the damp grass. a soft shutter sound went off, before he heard a hum coming from behind him. “jaehyun-ssi, could you take off the flowers? we can’t see your face clearly because of the shadow.”
jaehyun glanced backwards at aria’s retreating figure, being chased by donghyuck with hands still stained green from the grass she had shifted through to find the fallen flowers. she stopped and waved at him before resuming her run.
“i’d rather not, if that’s alright. i think it fits quite well with the theme.”
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➣ Jungwoo ☾ ariwoo
oh my god someone please stop these two
once jungwoo taught aria about the power that aegyo holds for persuasion tactics against the older members of 127, they were unstoppable 
you should be afraid of them
100% have plotted someone’s murder before (and have succeeded, czennies always wondered where that last manager went after The Incident)
aggressively cute together - to the point where your teeth will rot 
jungwoo will intentionally flirt with aria just to fluster her because its “so easy to do”
not very physically affectionate, but jungwoo has no hesitation calling out “uri fighting haeyadwae!” to her when she looks like she needs a little encouragement 
jungwoo is the reason she wants to do a bachelors degree after finishing high school 
he used to help her with her maths assignments after school when she was struggling with managing her time 
they’re called the “aegyo duo” of the group, and there has yet to be an outright winner of the competitions to find the cutest member (its aria. jungwoo said it himself, its aria but we been knew)
they have an odd dynamic of looking like best friends the first second, evil masterminds the next and then siblings who want to murder each other but they make it work 
will and has flopped down on her while she was laying on the practice floor and then whined when she tried to get up 
he spilled the tea that aria gets super emotional and affectionate when she’s drunk 
cutest shit ever that made ariwoo shippers lose their absolute minds was the clip that got released in the behind the scenes filming of Kick It, where jungwoo was half asleep in the corner and aria just pops up out of nowhere to shove a folded jacket under his head and made sure to prop it in a way that he wouldn’t get a sore neck when he woke up
jungwoo is the reason she knows korean curse words (dont tell doyoung)
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT. 
aria wobbled in her heels slightly as she stepped out of the van, trying to hold a blanket up to protect her legs while she slid off the seat onto the ground. jungwoo extended an arm around her waist, gripping the blanket in his other hand and carefully holding her to make sure she didn’t trip on the cobbled stone.
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➣ Mark ☾ mari
1/2 of the best friend crew
honestly at the beginning, mark and aria weren’t very close, having only really seen each other in passing or with johnny 
but after being dropped into training together the two quickly became fast friends, and now they’re borderline inseparable 
you thought you knew pain? watch aria’s reaction to mark’s graduation from dream :)
mark’s the reason why aria felt confident enough to pitch some of her lyric ideas to the team, after staying up until 4am to help her make some edits so she was as confident as possible 
kinda just, rests his head on her shoulder? and wraps his arms around her waist when he’s tired 
mari being confused in foreigner: ??? 
aria said once in a vlive that she finds mark really comforting to be around - when she feels stressed or worried about something she’ll go to mark’s room and just sit on his bed for a while
aria is so close with his parents - “ahh, how’s my favourite child” “i’m doing great mom.” “no not you, how’s aria?” “wh-hu-MOM?” 
you’d swear sometimes mark is younger than her, considering the pout he puts on and how much he whines when they’re not on the same team together for promotions
mark big protecc boi but also little small cuddly boi 
they’re so soft for each other ( ╥ω╥ )
in one of the fancams for mark’s solo stage during superm, someone zoomed into aria singing along with him in the wings and dancing to herself with the Proudest Smile(tm)
he’s! so! proud! of! her! constantly! she could be walking and he’d be like “omg get it” 
when aria refuses to get up and make herself food (this happens way too often, she just gets into the groove of her work and doesn’t want to move) mark gets her to by threatening to do it himself 
consistently caught by czennies just standing behind her and holding her hand in crowded areas - airports, waiting rooms, etc. 
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT. 
mark and aria were standing off to one side as the mc explained the rules of the game they were about to be playing. mark looked totally confused, and elbowed aria in her side before looking down and mouthing “what?” to her. aria opened her mouth, before closing it and looking down at the ground, muttering to herself, “결합... 結合..... le chéile.... le... le.. oh oh - combined! we have to put them together, markie.”
and thus, a new confusion meme was born
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➣ Haechan ☾ arichan
the other half of the best friend crew
absolute heathens to be around when they are together 
donghyuck is the person aria is closest to, and someone she’d call her best friend (only when she was sure he wouldn’t hear her)
she calls him “the demon child i can’t get rid of” but will, and has definitely pouted when he ignored her for too long 
generally aria is a pretty soft spoken person, but not with hyuck around - he brings out all her chaos energy (please pray for the patience of dotae)
the pair have a little tradition of kissing the back of each others’ hands before going on stage for good luck. they can’t even remember how it started, but now its an unnegotiable pre-show ritual
he’s so clingy with her absolutely everywhere its painfully adorable  (ಥ﹏ಥ)
interviews? hyuck has a hand on her knee, or if she’s wearing a skirt he’s tucked his hand in between their chairs so she can hold it discreetly. in the dorms? full body tackle onto the couch, where he proceeds to lay on top of her completely. 
because of hyuck’s nickname being the sun, and aria always being around him, czennies gave her the nickname “moon” to go with him
fans thought that aria was older than hyuck for a good year and a half before she released her birthday on a vlive, because she’s normally the one tasked with reigning his chaotic energy in during promotions (that is, if she hasn’t already joined him)
but off-camera, aria is absolutely hyuck’s baby there is no disputing that. aria’s sad?he’s there with ice-cream and a blanket and a baseball bat.
the winnie the pooh character that is on aria’s bed was a gift from hyuck for her 17th birthday, after she made him watch seven episodes of the show on netflix with her one night 
yes he complained, but he slapped her hand away when she went to change it to something else 
a twitter thread of a czennie comparing their horoscopes together went viral when people realized that it was quite plausible that the pair were each others (platonic) soulmates 
after an incident involving blueberries, donghyuck took it upon himself to check the ingredients of every. single. food item in their dorm to make sure it was ok for her to eat 
hyuck clowns her for her irish accent, and aria curses him out in japanese
tldr: they cute or whatever 
FAN FAVOURITE MOMENT. 
donghyuck was doing a vlive in his bedroom, sitting and talking to czennies when aria opened the door to his room quietly. she didn’t say anything, just waved slightly with almost closed eyes before she crawled underneath his covers and tucked her plushie underneath her chin. hyuck didn’t even blink at it - so it must have been a regular occurrence.
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Interlude: No More Drama | Part 10 | White Night
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Interlude: No More Drama Masterlist
Word count: 4,689
Warnings: Angst
Part 10 | White Night
“Dream of you all night long.”
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You say that I'm selfish,
Get it all off your chest
If we're being honest,
Without you I'm a mess, oh
Cause when I'm at my lowest, oh I run too
Don't matter the problem it's always you
Give me no reason to question you
Give me no reason to question you
“Who’s that?”
He broke the song on the stereo, no longer able to contain his curiosity. 
“Someone, Yuta.” You brushed him off, not in the mood for feeding his interest.
“I bet he’s not just someone.” He said, sarcastically.
You rolled your eyes, “When is your birthday?”
“Hm?” He only took a quick glance at you, since he was focusing on the steering wheel. “October 26th. What about it?”
“Ah, a scorpio.”
“Is there anything wrong with me being a scorpio?”
“No, but you’re fearlessly curious. Sounds very scorpio to me.”
Yuta lets out a chuckle, “OK, you seem to know a lot about scorpios. Your boyfriend is a scorpio?”
“Aquarius.”
“So he is your boyfriend?”
You couldn’t believe how you just automatically answered him.
“He’s not. I mean, he was, but not anymore.”
He reached the traffic light, finally looking at your direction, “I’m sorry. Didn’t mean to touch the sensitive subject.”
“Well you keep asking about him, no wonder I let it slip, jerk.”
He laughs again, so free and pure. His smile is brilliant, completely washed away the cold demeanor that he has. 
“You’re funny, [Y/N].”
His compliment makes you scoffed dryly.
“Want to go out with me?”
Whether his words are true or not, it definitely succeeded in shocking you.
“Excuse me?” You asked him to repeat his question, making sure you didn’t hear him wrongly.
“Go out with me, [Y/N].” He said as he changed the gear, being so casual about it.
“Other than the fact I know that you’re Doyoung’s partner –not sure whether you guys are considered friends or not, and the fact that you are a Japanese, we literally only met once over a brunch and this is our first time going out together.”
“We can find out about each other later. If you want me to re-introduce myself, hi, I’m Nakamoto Yuta. You just found out that I’m a scorpio and you better remember my birthday. Osaka’s pride. Takoyaki’s my favorite food, what else…”
You laugh at how absurd he lets the conversation flow, “You don’t need to shove that much information at once, you know.”
Yuta beaming at the sound of your laughter, “Laughing suits you better. So, can I take it as you agree on slowly knowing each other better?”
At the rebound of the topic, you entwined your fingers together, “Why are you so eager about this? I bet you don’t even like me.”
“Says who? You’re pretty attractive to me.”
Your cheeks rose red at his directness. Fortunately Yuta’s eyes were fixed on the road, else he would tease you about it.
“Yuta, I’m flattered you think of me that highly, but I just broke up with him like a week ago. I don’t think I’m ready for another relationship.”
You were hoping you didn’t make the atmosphere awkward. It didn’t, as Yuta’s smile is still apparent on his face.
“We don’t have to officially date, you know? I’d like to get to know you personally, you seem like a great girl. You have a charming personality.”
You stayed quiet. It’s not like you don’t like Yuta. As the reality of the matter, you share the same feelings towards him. His directness is like a fresh air, filling your lungs and clearing your mind. However it’s quick to judge whether you’re ready to jump to another relationship.
“Just be with me,” He continues, holding your hand now, and thankfully Doyoung’s car is a matic car, if not you’d be screaming at the way he recklessly drives, sort of. “We’ll figure out the details later.”
Before you know it, you’ve reached Doyoung’s apartment parking lot. He parked the car, yet Yuta leaves the engine going because he’s still waiting for your answer.
“Yuta, really, I’m delighted that you see me… that way. But I don’t think I’m ready.”
The answer is already set way before Yuta gave you any time to think. In all honesty, after his sudden confession, all you can think about is the face of your previous lover. You could imagine Jaehyun’s face if he figured this out. How his heart would shatter when he knows you moved on so quickly from him. How awful it would be for him after he declared his profound love towards you.
Yuta sighs in disappointment, conscious of the catastrophe which you have brought upon him. He thought he would have a glimmer of chance. After all, he might not be Jeong Jaehyun, but Yuta is not losing in terms of look. His features are so easy on the eyes, more so when his radiant smile decorates his expressions.
“But,” You resume, seeing him frowning. “Let’s be friends. I know this is me stereotyping you and please don’t be offended, but I'm a fan of Ghibli and maybe we can start there?”
In a blink of an eye, you can hear the sound of his laughter, “No offense taken.”
The cloudy sky greets you once you open your eyes.
Yesterday was probably the busiest you've ever been. After three months since the unfortunate event, your project with NCT Corp. almost comes to an end. All it has left is the launching event that will only happen on the following week. You returned home very late last night and only up when the clock almost hit noon.
Even though you’ve been going back and forth to their office, you consistently avoiding Jaehyun with all your might. He sends you texts, only for you to leave them on read. His display picture would appear first whenever you upload something on your socials, and you tried your best not to do the same.
You’ve lost in touch with Jaehyun.
The situation is in contrast with Yuta. You’ve been talking to Yuta a lot, to discover that he does read manga, but wasn’t a fan like you. He turned out to be as sweet as what you expected, because he would actually watch anime with you. What makes it even more charming of him is that he even bothers to tell you the Japanese trivias along the way.
It’s funny. Yuta has been very gentle to you, yet you still need time to recover from your old flame.
Despite his strong appearance, you thought he would lose his patience but he doesn’t. Yuta never forced you to like him back, or asked you the ‘hey-are-you-ready-to-date’ question again. And you’re grateful for that.
Maybe time is all you need to heal. Maybe you’re like one of the arrow in a clock, and you’re slowly ticking your way to meet Yuta’s.
It was not your usual Saturday afternoon. By now, Yuta would relaxedly lounging at your couch, crossing his arm over your shoulder while you lean your head to his shoulder. He would probably browse any available movie to watch, before it bugs you and you would end up deciding the final verdict.
Other Saturdays Doyoung would come and pay his visit. He checks on you regularly after what happened. He may seem indifferent, but that is just Doyoung’s way to show his affection. After you moved back to your place, he would come to pick you up, just to make sure you’re in one piece.
On this irregular Saturday, both of them are in Osaka. They were a business partner before they became friends (partially because Yuta’s glued to you, inevitably making their interaction go beyond partnership). Today is the day where they have to make a business trip to Japan, leaving you all alone this weekend.
You stared blankly at the window, still nuzzling yourself to the cozy duvet. It’s been awhile since you’re completely by yourself, and it’s probably the therapy you need.
It would probably be best if you don’t waste anymore time, so you force your step to the bathroom for a quick shower. Prep yourself afterwards before marching outside.
As odd as it might seem, you actually savor the cloudy weather. You take it as a constant reminder that life is not all sunshine and everything nice. You love the trickling sound of the raindrops. And the best part is when the rain finally over, you get to see rays of sunshine peeks through, as if the weather tells you that even at the darkest hours, there would always be light. That there would always be hope.
Whenever it almost rains, you would often make your way to the small coffee shop near your place. You reach the front door, where the word Interlude is written on the store’s sign. Though small, they feel like home. The store is unlike other popular cafes, in fact their customers are probably only the loyal ones. However it only means that you could spend your time looking at the window while admiring the rain passes without having people talking in the background.
It’s been awhile since you last visited. You don’t even share this place to your best friends. It’s a silly rule you apply to yourself, keeping this place as your personal oasis. It’s thrilling, and you feel secured to have a safe place where you can run to which nobody knows its whereabouts. 
So it’s shocking to see Jaehyun sitting down at your usual spot, turning his head to your direction after hearing the bells at the door rang at your presence. Making eye contact with you.
“[Y/N]...”
Desperation filled his voice. His cheekbones look more apparent now, and you’re guessing due to him neglecting his diet. But you’re glad at least his eyes weren’t as hollow as the last time you’ve met him.
“Jaehyun… What are you doing here?”
“I’ve been coming here every week.” He said while scratching his head.
You furrow your brows, “Every week?”
“I… remember when you said you have this one coffee shop that you always visit whenever it's about to rain.”
You tilted your head, thoughts wandering through your memory.
“It was when I stayed over at your place. It was raining cats and dogs, so we cancelled our plan to try the new bubble tea place. We spent our days at your bed, with your laptop and you were playing The Notebook.”
And that was a long time ago.
“You told me that the view from the furthest window at this place is the prettiest when it rains. You said the rain would gently hit the rocks, making the most soothing sound. I could remember your eyes were practically shining when you told me that it is very satisfying to see the shadows that the sun made, saying that it looks like a painting.”
How you wished your feelings are numb, because all you can feel right now is the heartache that creeps and consumes your heart whole.
“I asked you to bring me here, but you told me since it was already raining, I wouldn’t get to enjoy the whole experience. You promised that you would bring me here next time.”
He grazed his gaze to you, “I guess… You kinda did now?”
You bit your lower lip, feeling extremely guilty, “So you’re telling me... you’ve been coming here every single week?”
He nods at your repeated question.
“But… it’s been a while since I last visited…”
“I know. This is my new Saturday ritual, I guess. Whether it’s sunny or rainy outside, I would still come, in hope that you’d appear from that door.”
He lets out a soft sigh, “To be honest, I’m not fond of this weather. It gets dark silently as it seems about to rain. Still, you like this deafening weather. After coming here for weeks, I encounter days where it actually rains. That is when I grew to like rainy days. It looks beautiful from here, like what you said.”
You could only taste the bitter sorrow at the tip of your tongue. The sadness travelled through the stifling air. Memories start to flood in your head. The days you’ve spent with him. His gentle touch. His smile that is always followed by his pair of dimples. But it was probably his voice that you miss the most. The richness of his low rumble that always wraps you warmly. The gentle voice that feels like a melody to you.
The thoughts make you want to return to his arms. How you wish you could brush the disheveled bangs that covers his eyes, so you can have a clearer view of it. How you long to caress his face, intoxicated from his signature musky scent that is mixed with nicotine that is now that he’s only a few inches apart from you.
Yuta.
The thought of the Japanese man refrains you from doing so.
“How are you?” He asks, breaking the silence.
“I-I” You stutter, don’t know how to react, head hung low. “I’m doing fine, I guess.”
You return your gaze to him, “What about you, Jaehyun?”
He lets out a smile that is dyed with woe, “I’m coping, [Y/N].”
Jaehyun can’t seem to divert his gaze other than to your eyes.
“God, how I longed for you to call my name again,” He said, squeezing his own palm that he tugs inside his jacket’s pocket.
“So,” He sidetracked, as if he didn't want to make the situation even more awkward than what it already was. “I heard you are almost done with the project. Johnny said we wouldn’t be able to pull through if it wasn’t for your directions.”
You beamed at the sudden praise, “He’s just being polite, Jae. Johnny is more than capable of doing it himself, to be honest. He’s a man with many talents.”
“I agree,” Jaehyun muffled, “Still, do give yourself credit. I know how you always work hard and how dedicated you are.”
The quietness speaks louder than both of you.
“Can I hug you?”
He spread his arms, not widely but enough for you to be in his embrace.
Of course, you were not expecting it.
If only I have the rights to permit you, Jaehyun.
“You know we can’t Jaehyun.”
“Is it that guy?”
You give him a look that asks him to further elaborate his statement.
“The one that picks you up that day?”
“Are you talking about Yuta?”
He flinched at the mention of another man’s name. The gleam in his eyes starts to fade.
“That was him?”
“Yeah, if you could recall, he is Doyoung’s partner from Osaka.”
“You’re seeing him now?”
Hurry can be heard from his tone, as he demands for an answer.
“We’ve been talking a lot.”
“Has he been treating you well?” Jaehyun felt your answer was ambiguous, not confirming anything.
You took a pause before you replied, mustering all of your strength to do so. Hoping that he could swallow your answer, “He’s wonderful, Jaehyun.”
Jaehyun looks down, fussing on his shoes.
He never felt this dejected.
“Strange, isn’t it?” Jaehyun looks at you, “To wake up and your eyes just naturally search for someone that’s not there.”
“Jaehyun…” You pleaded for him not to continue, as you have the hunch that his next sentences will tear you apart.
“I wake up, only to do the necessities for the sake of survival. Better eating, nice sleeping, don’t know what it is.” He shrugs his shoulders, “Instead, I wish I could live on my dreams.”
“My dream is still you. You left traces of you, entangled me. But all I want is to stay.”
A part of you wished you didn’t reject his invitation to hug him. It destroys you when Jaehyun was being so vocal about his heartbreak, and all you did was to run away from him.
“Forget it,” Knowing you’re struggling to get a word out, he did the call. “I guess I’ll go now.”
“You’re leaving?”
“Yeah, it’s about to rain and I finally get to meet you. I don’t want to interrupt your quality time with the rain.” He peeks at the window, confirming that it’s about to drizzle anytime soon. “Don’t look at me like that [Y/N]. It makes it even harder for me to leave.”
“Jaehyun, I-”
“No, I understand [Y/N].” He stopped you from continuing your sentence. “I’ll leave now. I’ll see you at the launching event.”
You saw him disappear through the front door.
He left, yet he still lingers.
“You sure it’s OK?” Yuta asked in the front corridor, fixing his suit in front of the mirror.
“What do you mean?” You shouted from your room, making final touches with your lipgloss.
“Well, this is a company event and not just some random party. And he would be there too, ri…”
Your sudden appearance hushed him. Your dress for the night was a maroon halter maxi dress. It was a simple silk dress, but the backless design and the fitted waist feature definitely add more flare to it.
“You look beautiful.” Yuta fixed his gaze on you, not looking away even for a second. “They say the dress made the woman. I say the woman makes the dress.”
His admiration flushed your cheeks, now noticeably pink. “And you look dashing, Yuta.”
He finally looks away, reacting awkwardly over your compliment.
“To answer your question,” You tug the wild strand of hair that decided to rebel itself from the rest of Yuta’s hair. “Yes, even I would love for your company. Johnny already confirmed to me that it’s OK for me to bring a plus one.”
He leans forward, kissing your lips softly, “Who would’ve thought that I would eventually be your plus one.”
You smacked him playfully, “Now, I never know you’d like my lipgloss that much you’d steal it. Should I tell you which brand it is?” 
“Ms. [Y/L/N]! Glad you made it in time!” Donghyuck greets you, joyful that he finally has a company.
“Donghyuck! You’re here.”
You held Yuta’s hand while walking towards Donghyuck, who’s busy talking to the waiter nearby. He noticed that your eyes travelled somewhere else, so he is guessing that you might be looking for another person’s stature.
“Mr. Jeong has not arrived yet.”
Your eyes bulged from the false allegation, especially when you’re holding another man’s hand. “I was about to ask about Johnny, though.”
“Ah, sorry!” Donghyuck immediately regrets his choice of words, late at realizing that your hands are firmly intertwined with Yuta’s.
“Mr. Seo said he’s going to be a tad late. He mentioned he would probably come with Mr. Jeong, I guess that is why I mixed them up.” Donghyuck made a poor effort of an excuse, “They got something else to take care of, it seems.”
Soon after, all heads turn towards the entryway. While everybody was mesmerized, you’re the only one who turned pale.
“What’s wrong?” Yuta lowered his face, meeting yours who is busy looking at the ground. He took a gracious glance at the center of the attention, quick to make his deduction. “That’s him, right?”
You gave him a small nod, refusing to tilt up your head.
Fear consumes you.
“Mr. Jeong! Sir!” Says the few people who crowded next to him. “I heard our young Jeong Jaehyun was involved in this project. As expected from your son!”
“Ah yes, this is nothing. This should be the standard coming from my son.” He replies, uninterested to keep them entertained while Mark on his side tries not to show his sour emotion.
“It would be an honor if I could speak a few words to him, sir. Is he not coming with you?”
Before Jeong senior could answer their pathetic efforts to gain his favor, two men entered the hall, almost too dramatic. It was easy to find the reason why people’s attention averted so quickly, they are practically a show stopper.
Today’s event was free from any dress codes, nonetheless both of them are instantly stealing people favoritisms by wearing white suits. Johnny opted for a more toned-down version. Only when you carefully zoomed in the details, you will realize that the lapel was finely embroidered in tiny black sequins. Jaehyun, on the other hand, looks stunning in his choice of suit that is printed with big black and white floral patterns. It’s nearly impossible not to look at them.
“Father,” Jaehyun greets out of courtesy. “I’d like you to stand by near the stage.”
His father gave him a confused look.
“Also,” He continues, “Please bring Ms. Hyun along. I’d like to make a few announcements.”
Even the distance you can tell that whatever Jaehyun is telling his father brings so much delight to him. You never see that cold man look so happy before.
You were in daze before Yuta pulls back your attention, squeezing your hand tighter.
“It’s going to be fine.”
You nod and smile, feeling a bit more relaxed after his words of assurance.
Then you feel like someone is looking, so you look back. 
You regret doing so.
If looking back means you have to see Jaehyun’s broken-hearted face, you would keep your eyes fixed on Yuta's instead. As if his soul was crushed, he never knew seeing you in another man’s arm would hurt so much.
He thought that it should be him, holding your delicate hand. He should be the one who makes you laugh.
Yet he’s only able to stand from afar. 
Yet the only touch that he could give you is the same air that you breathe. 
His tears are dry, but he’s drowning in remorse.
Unable to bear the pain any longer, he walks away. Your eyes are still motioned at his direction, saw how he whispers to Johnny before separating their way. You pretend you didn’t anticipate Johnny’s arrival, when in fact you saw he’s coming to where the three of you are.
“[Y/N]! You’re here.” Johnny warmly hugs you, followed by a friendly peck on your cheek.
“Johnny, look at you, how marvelous!”
“Ditto, [Y/N]. You should’ve checked the mirror!” He returned the compliment, before looking at the man who stands right beside you. “And this is…”
“Oh, how rude of me.” You let go of Yuta’s hand. “Johnny, Donghyuck, this is Yuta.”
“Ah! Nakamoto Yuta, right? [Y/N] briefly told me about you.” Johnny reconfirms, and Yuta replies with a polite smile. “Hi, I’m Johnny Seo.”
“Nice to meet you, Seo. Nakamoto Yuta.” Yuta firmly shakes Johnny’s arm. “[Y/N] on the other hand told me plenty of you. She told me you’re a powerhouse, so I’ve been wanting to meet you.”
Johnny shifts his gaze to you, “Powerhouse? [Y/N], what have you been telling your boyfriend?”
“Nothing, Johnny.” You chuckled. 
Suddenly Yuta’s phone rang, regretfully breaking the friendly atmosphere. He quickly excused himself before ruining the mood further.
“And,” You quickly continue, making Johnny tilt his head closer to yours. “He’s not my boyfriend, Johnny.”
His eyes grow bigger, showing that your statement took him by a surprise, “I’m not Jaehyun, you know? You don’t have to be polite, I saw how you guys cross your fingers together.”
“From the beginning, in fact.” Donghyuck adds.
“Hyuck!” You protested. “I mean, we’ve been seeing each other. But technically we’re not dating yet.”
“Should I emphasize the word yet?” Johnny said, receiving your slap in return. “I mean, if you never clarify, I wouldn’t be able to tell. You are gleaming next to him. Jaehyun saw it too, and…”
“Attention, ladies and gentleman.”
The MC of the night cuts Johnny abruptly, marking that the event is about to start. All of you quickly find your seat, including Yuta who just returned following her cue. After she gathered everyone’s attention, she proceeds on her MC-ing. 
“My name is Mina and I will be your host for the night. First of all, we’d like to thank all of you for coming to our launching event. It’s a great honor to be able to stand in front of our esteemed guests.”
Claps followed her after she reached the full stop. “Of course, tonight’s celebration can’t begin without a grand start. Without further ado, I’d like to welcome our very own COO, Mr. Jeong Jaehyun.”
She left the mic stand, and was quickly replaced by Jaehyun’s figure. Your table is located on the left side of the stage, securing the prime view of the stage. Enabling you to see Jaehyun oh so very clearly, with all of his glory.
“Good evening, everyone.” His low voice echoes, “I’d like to welcome each and every one of you tonight, and thank you for sparing your time to join us.”
He backs off, clearing his throat, “Tonight is the night where we celebrate the launch of our latest and our proudest project yet, Neo Zone. After months of R&Ds, working in between departments, countless sleepless nights from the staff, including myself,” The audience gave him soft giggles in response, “I’m very proud to say that tonight is the origin of a new era for NCT Corporation.”
“Before we take a deeper dive, I’d like to invite important people to the stage because I have an important announcement to make.”
It’s almost peculiar how you saw the MC’s reaction. She wasn't aware of Jaehyun’s sudden declaration judging by the way she looked. As if she didn’t receive the brief beforehand.
“Father, Ms. Hyun Kyungmi, would you take the honor to come to the stage?”
Your heart sank. The addition of Kyungmi, grinning as she couldn’t contain her happiness, makes things worse for you. The sight of his father, escorting her while she can’t stop being so giddy causes you to feel like your stomach to turn inside out.
They’re going to announce their engagement.
Yuta, who even supposedly clueless about the situation, even grasps the whole meaning of Jaehyun’s action. He saw the tense your facial muscles are. He was about to hold your hand so you can relieve the stress, but Johnny outdid him.
“It’s gonna be OK, [Y/N].”
You looked at his rich hickory eyes. While you, and even Yuta are baffled at the sudden detour of the event’s agenda, Johnny shows an opposite reaction. He is very calm and collected despite all the fuss. Confident, even.
Kyungmi didn’t show any signs of hesitation once she reached the stage, trying to act like a smitten fiance and rushed to hug Jaehyun. Jaehyun managed to dodge the worthless affection as he quickly reached out for the mic again.
“As most of you should know, the man standing beside me is the founder of NCT Corporation. Today he is not standing alone as he is accompanied by Ms. Hyun Kyungmi, the daughter of the founder of Hyun Ventures.” Jaehyun quickly introduced them. While his father is keeping his stance, standing tall and pride, Kyungmi is already acting like she’s on a pageant, showing her overly white veneers.
“Without a doubt, I wouldn’t be standing here confidently if it wasn’t for their attendance at tonight's event.”
Jaehyun's speech gains two different reactions. One, Kyungmi that is all over the moon and his father is now busting his chest out, ready to share the happy news. You, on the contrary, wished you were not a VIP for this event, ready to flee. What are they doing, celebrating your sorrow?
Jaehyun cleared his throat, ready to continue his speech in a single breath. Smirk appears on his face, almost too smugly.
“Hereby I’d like to use this opportunity to declare my father denouncement, as he is proven to be guilty in the act of illegal transactions; including drugs, gamblings, prostitutions, and sexual assault. Officers, please guard both Mr. Jeong Sr. and Ms. Hyun.”
The room’s atmosphere took a grand fall. You move your palm against your mouth, at a loss for words as suddenly four people in uniforms enter the stage, married with the audible gasps that echoes in the hall.
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A/N: I’m not sure about you guys, but I felt so many emotions writing this chapter. I wish I could have this version of Jaehyun in my life minus the mafia background please. Also! Grab your popcorn people, I think the next chapter should be quite exciting to read :) 
Fun fact: White Night is probably my favorite track on this album, so that is why I was so attached to this chapter?
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