⟨ bakery ⟩

@(o) luhan Kris chuckled and smiled, " I was thinking a miture of lilies, dasies and roses but you can tell me if thats too much or whatever."
He sigh and nods, " I saw a cute toy for the dog I bought, its a panda too and I thought that was perfect with all of Tao's pandas. But I was going to stop by Affair de Chocolat for some specialty chocolats for him. Strawberries, caramel, coffee, mint. Just a mixed box but I was going to look for a cute theme for him."
He nods as he folds the menu and puts it down, "Yes I appoligized to Sehun. I stopped by and made him homemade bubble tea and breakfast. I've got some extra bubble tea in the cooler in my office at work if you want it?"
He offers before smiling, "I was thinking the chicken ramen with extra veggies and cheese."

@(a) yifan Luhan followed the other in silence since there was no point in starting a conversation in such a short walk. Once inside and seated with their menus, Luhan paused before looking up to his friend. "So, what type of flowers would you like to send to Jun? Did you have anything in mind? Oh, what about Tao..I think he'd like a surprise like that too. Or maybe something for the dog." The omega paused for a moment before continuing to speak. "Also, you apologized to Sehun right? I don't want bad blood between anyone." After asking his eyes found their way back to the menu. He already had an idea of what he wanted, but wasn't sure. "What are you getting?"

@(o) luhan Kris smiled and laughed, "of course. What was I thinking?" He asked sarcastically and nodded, "Yeah that sounds good." He smiled and stood. "Lets go." Carefully he packed his laptop up and tossed out his cup. Turning he smiled and motioned for Luhan to come. Heading out they walked the small distance to the noodle shop and went inside. Once seated they looked at their menus.

@(a) yifan Luhan rolled his eyes slighty though there was a smile on his face. "Don't thank me, you know I'll always listen." At the mention of food the omega nodded his head, never the one to turn it down. "Of course I want to get something to eat. What kind of a question is that," a small chuckle left his lips as he nodded his head. "I'll help you since I love flowers and I want you to send something with a good meaning." With that the omega stood up and motioned for the other to do the same. "Let's go! There's a noodle shop down the street, we can decide what type of flowers to send there."

@(o) luhan Kris chuckled and gave a small smile, "Thanks Lu." He said lightly, "Its always nice to have someone to talk too." He smiled, "Now. Do you want to get some food? We've been here drinking our coffees for a while and I could actually use something to eat. Maybe you could help me pick flowers out for Myeon? I wanted to send some to their apartment as a surprise."

@(a) yifan Luhan laughed a bit from the others words. "I hope he does share, chocolate is great." A small smile was present on the omegas lips as he spoke. "Don't be nervous! We both know they'll love whatever you do. Just make sure you have a good time as well. I want to see all you idiots happy." Luhan nodded a bit, knowing the dates would for everyone. "And if it seems like it's going bad just call me and I'll make a special appearance to save the night!"

@(o) luhan Kris nods, knowing it doesn't have to be fancy. But still wanting to give Tao a present. Blinking he chuckles and nods, "who knows maybe he'll share them with you."
Kris smiled and took another breath, "easier said than done. I am really nervous about this... I feel like a teenager who just found out their second gender. So nervous... I try not to be but.... I really want to make sure they both have good times."

@(a) yifan Luhan nodded his head a bit hearing the other speak. "I know you will, I trust you." When Kris spoke is asking the other out next week Luhan shook his head, rolling his eyes a bit. "It doesn't need to be too fancy. I'm sure they'd be fine doing anything as long as you're there and make it fun. But that sounds like a good plan, especially the chocolate. Chocolates are amazing." A small laugh left his lips after he spoke. He looked at his friend briefly before giving a wide smile. "Don't be nervous, it'll all work out for you."

@(o) luhan Kris smiled and nods, "I think he really wants the poodle. Dont worry. I'll figure it out."
He smiles and squeezes the others hand, nodding he lets go and sits back to drink his tea. Sighing he nods and fiddled with his fingers, "I think I'll ask him next week. I was thinking a movie and dinner... um... I know I can give flowers to Myeonie but Tao... I was thinking maybe giving him chocolate or something would be better...." he shrugs and gives a small smile, "I'm just a little nervous."

@(a) yifan Hearing that Tao wanted a husky had Luhan quickly shaking his head. "Nope, that's too big. My kitten will have a heart attack! Push for the poodle, that's a reasonable size for a dog." Luhan then nodded knowing Kris would handle everything. He still couldn't help but worry about the bad things that could happen. "I'm not worrying, I know you'll take care of this. This was just a bit unexpected, but he knows. He knows it needs to be small. I think in his heart he'll actually prefer a smaller pup, since it would suit him very well." A small smile was placed onto his lips as he spoke. He knew Tao would end up falling for a small dog, they had passed many when at the park or just walking and those were the type that always caught his eye. "But enough about dogs, I think I might pass out." Soft laughter filled the air as he started to change the topic, knowing he was a cat person at heart. "When are you going to ask him out? I think it would be nice for him to go out on a few dates. Maybe go see a movie or have dinner together sometime."

@(o) luhan Kris laughed and looked at him, "I'll try. I'm going to try and take him to a shelter to look... He is convinced he wants either a tea cup poodle or a husky. Hence the doghouse idea."
Kris sits back, "try not to worry I'll handle it and make it work. I think a shelter puppy would be better anyway. But we will sign up for training and everything right away. I'm going to try my best but I may need you to help me. Because I may need help convincing him to get a small dog. Or a shelter dog."

@(a) yifan "Yeah, yeah whatever." Luhan hugged the alpha back hoping the puppy they got would have some basic training so he wouldn't have to worry too much. "No one can resist it..but you're right. He deserves this, and it would give him some responsibility so I'm trusting it'll go well. We can have certain areas for it.. hopefully they get along." Luhan hummed in approval at what his friend was saying, happy that he had some things planned out already. "Oh wait! It cant grow up to be a big dog...get him like a corgi or something small like that. I don't want my baby freaked out by some huge animal running around."

@(o) luhan Kris was happy that the other was genuinely laughing. Smiling when he said that he nodded. "I'll tell Tao that. Thank you Lu. "
He move and hugs his best friend, "he was giving me his puppy eyes and you know I can't resist that. Plus I think having a pet would be a good responsibility for him."
He smiles, "and I promise to help pick the right one and train it... maybe we get one of those bamboo dividers to help separate the room. That way the puppy knows to stay on his side. And I'll get the other things a dog needs and make a dog house when I can. I'm going to help Tao with this I promise. But he really really wants a dog. "

@(a) yifan A soft chuckle left Luhans lips as he shook his head. He was good at helping others but never paid attention to his own feelings. "I get what Jun means, I do, hiding things is never good but I'm not hiding anything. I have nothing to tell him." Kris saying he'd tie him up had Luhan genuinely laughing. "Thank you for that, but it won't be needed. Trust me." After a moment Luhan nodded deciding to give the pair the benefit of the doubt. "That sounds good... and I don't want it on my baby's stuff..or mine.." There was a bunch of rules in play, but he didn't want to dent Tao the pleasure of having a pet.

@(o) luhan Kris sighs and looks at the other, "Junmyeon told me when we talked the one thing I shouldn't have done was hid it from him. So Lu... I think you should tell Sehun... I know personally how hiding it seems easier but trust me... it may end up making it worse..." He forces a smile, "and if you get hurt I'll tie him up and covered in peanut butter for the birds." He jokes before they move on. Reaching out he rubs Luhans hand and nods.
"I'll help him train the puppy and pick one that knows other animals and how to behave. Ok?"

@(a) yifan Luhan smiled wide hearing Kris talk about his swimming. "I'm not knocking it, to calm myself down I do yoga so I can't judge." Laughter filled the air as the shook his head. "That's good. I'm sure it won't be too bad, maybe you'll even have some fun." When the other asked if he was alright Luhan immediately nodded, not the type to express his problems easily. "I'm fine, don't worry about me. It's just love, that's all.." A small smile was on his lips as he spoke. Hearing that Tao wanted a puppy had Luhan silent for a moment thinking of every situation that could happen. "That's fine but if..if that puppy hurts my baby in any way I will not hesitate to throw it out." He wouldn't really throw it out, but Luhan knew that he'd be the one with anger problems if his kitten was hurt.

@(o) luhan Kris shrugs, "it's always been my way of calming down. It's better than fighting. I mean I know how to fight but I'd rather swim. The water slapping your skin, air whooshing into your lungs... it gets rid of everything else."
He nods slowly and smiles, knowing he has to try and stay positive. Chuckling he's glad Luhan seems to understand Tao didn't mean anything bad by the term. Nodding again he looks at his tea, "I'll look up groups and classes later... I need to try and do better..."
Eyes flickering back up he bites his lip before asking, "are you ok? I know you don't like to talk about it but you just listened to me rant... And you do love him..."
He sighs, "if you don't want to say anything that's fine... oh and Tao wants to know if he can have a puppy. After all you are his roommate. He asked me to ask you."

@(a) yifan Luhan chuckled softly before shaking his head a bit. "You swam? I guess that's a good way to let out your feelings. That's good though, you should definitely keep it up." A small nod of his head was given to help give the other some confidence to do what needed to be done. "Don't go into this with negative thoughts, it'll only make things worse. No matter how this plays out he'll be in your life, both of them." Luhan puffed out his cheeks, shaking his head as Kris laughed. "That's not funny...I just.. I'm..yeah." A soft sigh left his lips since he knew it was true. After a moment he chuckled deciding to let it go, knowing Tao meant nothing but niceness by the name. "Anger management sounds good. That'll be better for both of them, but until that happens try to stay calm. I'm sure everyone will end up happy." Luhan chuckled lightly before stopping anf glaring at the alpha. "Well of coursei love him. I love you all, idiot. I just don't want any late night trips to the hospital." Luhan chuckled knowing the other was right.

@(o) luhan Kris smiled, hoping that was true and they would realize he loved them equally. Sighing he nods at the next part. "I know... I went home and swam. I think until I have a better control I'll be swimming a lot. "
He nods and sighs, "I'll work on it. Really Lu." At the next bit he shrugs, "I don't know.... I guess I always kinda thought he did. I'll show him how I love him but... but I'm not expecting anything."
At Luhans face he laughs, "chill Lu. I think it's because you care about him like a mom would. I don't think it's a commentary on your appearance."
Kris nods and sighs again, "yeah. I'm going to look for anger management classes or something. And I just want our pack to be happy. All of them. And I don't care if that's with me or not for Junmyeon and Tao. I just need them to be happy and safe."
Ruffling his hair he smiles, "and I know you'd keep me from hurting Sehun. After all you love him don't you?" He teases, trying to lighten the mood.

@(a) yifan "Be patient, it'll take some time but eventually they'll realize that you don't love the other more than them." Luhan took a breath before giving Kris a soft look. "We can't stop him from expressing himself the way he wants. Not everyone in the world is nice, just be glad Sehun actually cares deep, deep, deep down in his heart. But no. You wont be the one doing it because i won't let you. He can take care of himself so don't pick a fight with him over words you don't necessarily like. If he pisses you off just ignore it and take out your anger at a gym or something. No more violence. Just apologize and try to get along for everyone's sake, okay? That's the best thing to do right now."
The look on his face was showing he was serious. Alphas always did have some tension but he didn't want things to get out of hand when they all had a chance to just live happily. "Idolizing and loving are two completely different things. I don't think he likes Sehun like that. He looks up to him yeah, but I don't think it's anything more than that. And i thought you'd know by now that age isn't really a factor for love. You and Tao could still work perfectly fine given your ages. And yes, if he's calling you "gege" he's saying big brother, but he calls everyone it so don't take it to heart. Ever since he was young he was saying it and I guess he never grew out of it." Hearing what Tao though of him had Luhans eyes widening and his jaw dropping slightly. "H-he...what!? Umma!? I'm too manly to be considered umma, how could he?" Though he wasn't really hurt by the nickname, there was still a pout on his lips as he continued to speak. "Just... You'll never know if you don't try. How can he choose of he only knows this protecting side of you? Treat him how you would your partner so he knows what he's getting into if he chooses you. But don't worry, I know you'll fix this. Learn to control your emotions a bit better and I think you'll be fine, you all could be happy."

@(o) luhan Kris shook his head, "but Tao was never to blame... Junmyeon and I are adults. We didn't talk and that's our fault not his. I'm trying to get him to understand that and get Myeonie to understand I don't love Tao more than him."
Kris winced and sighed, "I know, I know... but sometimes the things he says should really be kept to himself. He runs his mouth with no thought to the consequence... some day that may get him killed... And I don't know if ill be the one doing it this time." But he runs a hand through his hair and nods, "I'm going to go back over soon and apologize... I just couldn't right after it happened."
Kris shakes his head and sighs, "Lu you don't know that... And as scared as it makes me he may love Sehun. He idolizes Sehun... And they're closer in age... He thinks of me like his ge. I'm not sure if it's his big brother or what. I know he thinks of you as his Umma," he cracks a small smile, "which I'm grateful for. But as much as I love him and may want to be with him like that I don't know if he wants me that way. I will show him... but I'm letting him choose..."
He nods, "yeah I'm trying Lu. I really don't want to scare them. I need to fix this. Because I can't live without them... And I don't want them to be afraid or hurt by me."

@(a) yifan Luhan nodded his head slowly, taking in the words of his alpha before replying. "That's good you explained it to him like that. The pack may be in an open relationship but that doesn't mean we all love each other in that way. But i can see why he tried to blame himself. Jun thought you lived Tao more so that ended with you guys not speaking for a while...What else is he supposed to think? You can't blame you him for thinking it's his fault though it's really not. He'll understand it, Jun was just hurt and jealous and that probably stopped him from thinking straight when you guys cut off contact." Luhan paused, giving his friend a look telling him he was right. "You do need to apologize. Sehun..says things and you won't always agree but that's not a reason to let your anger get the best of you. Now I'm not saying you're in the wrong here, he shouldn't have mentioned your past, but you need to understand that Sehun will say what he wants, when he wants and not give it much thought. That's just the way he is. So apologize and try to play nice."
A small roll of his eyes was evident before he sighed a bit. "I'll tell you how he feels: He. Loves. You. He loves you so much and i can't believe you really doubt that you'd be able to make him happy. Now he may not fully grasp the whole open relationship thing yet, but he knows what love is and the different types of it. Like for me, I love him like a little brother. Someone I need to take care of and have fun with. So if you show him that you love him differently than that, I'm sure it'll be clear that the feelings are mutual. Same goes for Jun. And the overprotectiveness, that's something they'll have to live with but please, work on that anger and jealousy because it might scare Tao, and that won't be good since he's so sensitive."

@(o) luhan Kris smiled slightly and nodded, "I... he was trying to understand the difference in how the pack is in an open relationship but certain people can be in love. I explained with myself and told him that I love you and Chan like brothers. Xing, Baek, and Soo like friends. And Kai and Sehun are annoying cousins..." he sighs, "then yeah I told him that I loved him and Myeonie romantically. And he tried to blame himself for why we stopped talking. But I told him it wasn't his fault. I told him. And I explained that I just want them to be happy and that was most important to me. But that it didn't mean I loved them more, just differently."
Kris nods, "I know... I jumped on him Lu... god I left the house so scared I was going to hurt him... but Sehun talked about them so badly and then the way he talked about my past... Lu I could've hurt him... I really need to apologize."
At the next part he laughs, and smiles, "good. Thanks Lu."
Sighing he shrugs, "I don't know Lu. I don't know how he feels about me... I just want him to be happy and pick someone who will make him happy... I don't k is if that's me." Nodding he gives a small smile, "yeah... and im trying... I got permission... so hopefully I can court them and show them how much I love them..."
He sighs, "but my anger and jealousy needs to be fixed... and I don't know if Myeonie or Tao think my overprotectiveness is cute..."

@(a) yifan "It's good you explained this. Jun will understand one day, I'm sure. Did you talk to Tao about it? Like...he knows you want to court them both right?" Luhan paused seeing the alpha tense up and felt a little bad, though he knew he had needed to say it. "Personally, I think the overprotectiveness is fine, it's kind of cute in a way. Though the jealousy is something you need to fix because we both know a certain alpha thinks with his and is a tease at times so you can't get mad every time he does something." The omega reached over to place his hand onto the others, giving it a small squeeze as he spoke. "Listen with your parents..you did what you had to do okay? It won't be the same with Tao--or Jun. You love them and I know they love you so just trust that you'll treat them right and know if you slip up I'll kick your for you." Luhan relaxed back in his seat, nodding his head as if to prove his point before speaking once again. "I know he's trying, he's trying hard and I'm proud. Let's just be honest here..is there really anyone else he'd go to? It's clear you're his favorite, he trusts you a lot so I'm sure during his heat he'll be with you." A small shrug was given before Luhan looked down, sighing a bit. "But it can be..it doesn't have to be hard Kris.." His head lifted back up, a small grin placed onto his lips. "Right now everything is just.. a little messed up, but I know you'll fix this. Just take it one step at a time, I trust you to make this right for everyone."

@(o) luhan Kris nods and sighs, "I know Lu. But Myeonie seemed to think I didn't keep a wall up as much with Tao. I talked to him. I explained. He's ok with it. And yeah it's going to be difficult but I asked him first before asking permission." He sighs and tenses, "I know... I know... I'm trying to deal with my jealousy Lu. And my overprotectiveness. Because I know it's going to make it worse if that keeps up." He releases long breath and nods, "I know. I'm just... Lucky I killed my own parents... I'm scared that I'll hurt them like that. That's why I never acknowledged my emotions. But... but I love them so much." He looks up, "and besides... I talked to Tao... kinda. He asked what kissing was like. And his heat. He's really trying to understand... but it's his choice who he goes to on his heat. His instincts will tell him who's scent to follow." Kris looks at the other at the last bit and shakes his head, "love isn't simple or easy Lu. It never is. And yeah I know it's going to be hard.. I'm working on it... I really am."

@(a) yifan "But Tao isn't aware of your past... actually no one is, so he has nothing to be worried about. You're just as honest with him as you are Tao." Luhan frowned a bit, knowing he was the only one who knew of the alphas past and he doesn't blame him for sharing it with others. "Kris..you have to trust yourself. How would you feel if Sehun was the one to be with him in heat? Or Chanyeol? I honestly think you're the best person to help him. There's no way you could really hurt him..you love him too much to let yourself do that." A soft chuckle left the omegas lips before he paused, listening to the other. "I just...be careful. I don't want anything to tear you three apart. Love is supposed to be simple but, I don't think it'll be that easy for you guys. Just don't break either of them, especially Jun, he's been through enough."

@(o) luhan Kris sighed and nods, "I could tell that's what he thought. He thought that when I was with Tao I didn't hide my past... and that's not true. Tao just doesn't even realize something bad could have happened to me." He looks over at his brother and gives a small smile, "I know I can't... but I want to try and keep him innocent for as long as I can. And i don't know Lu. I know being an omega in heat alone hurts... but I don't think I should be the one to help him... I mean what if I hurt him..." he then nods, "Lu I have to. I love them both. And i talked to Junmyeon about it. He seemed ok with it. I don't want to loose either of them again . If they fall for someone else too ok. But I want to be able to show them how I feel."

@(a) yifan Every few moments later Luhan nodded his head to let Kris know he was listening. He felt bad for his friend, his life was very complicated and the omega just wanted everyone to be happy. "It's good that he let you explain, maybe that's a sign that you should be more open with him. I know it's hard, loving them both, but you do have to think about it from Juns side. He may think you favor Tao over him." Luhan paused, taking in a deep breath before continuing to speak softly. "Sehun can be a bit...blunt but Tao deserved to know. You can't keep trying to preserve his innocence, especially if you're going to help him through his first heat..slowly ease him into things." Hearing the alpha say he was going to court them both had Luhan looking at him with wide eyes. "Y-you are? Do you really think that's a good idea right now?"

@(o) luhan Kris gave a small nervous smile, "I um... he let me explain." He bit his lip and held his tea tighter. "We talked... alot actually... and I explained that I loved them both. That it wasn't just Tao or him... there was crying on both parts... he asked me to stop hiding things from him... but didn't press me about my past..." Kris gulps and takes a drink of his tea, hands shaky. "We shared our fears... and... well he had seen Tao recently. Apparently both Sehun and Jiyong scared him with their explanation of heat... so Junmyeon kinda told him..." Kris sighs, "he asked if I was going to be with Tao for his first heat..."
He shakes his head and looks back up, "so much talking.... I also mentioned that I'm going to ask permission to court them both..."

@(a) yifan Luhan gave a small shrug, followed by a bright smile as he looked to his friend. "It wasn't that bad I mean, I'm still a bit tired but it's good to be back." He chuckled a bit knowing he could never stay away from work for that long, he would be too bored. The omega glanced down at a menu present and scanned through looking for something he wanted. His rights were interrupted when he heard Kris mention Junmyeon. He looked up with wide eyes before questioning the male for details about the encounter. "Oh, you did? Why didn't you tell me sooner!? Please tell me it ended well, I don't think I can handle any tension between you two." Luhan watched the alpha with curious eyes, hoping Kris was able to make everything okay with the other.