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@taemin l. 〈 minjung k. Hakyeon's eyebrows shot up in interest. Did the stranger just compliment him? Hakyeon had always been used to the praises and compliments regarding his past career - but to be complimented for simply doing nothing and being himself? Now, that was a first.
"How so?" He questioned once more, turning around fully to face the younger. He was intrigued now, and no doubt he was already waiting to be complimented even more. Perhaps looking cool was understandable, but like a hero-- Hakyeon wanted to laugh.

@hakyeon c.〈 n Watching the man toy around with the sharp stone enticed him. Not in the ual way - but it beckoned Taemin's interest in ways that many can't. When the man suddenly whips around Taemin almost winces in surprise, blinking up at the other male. The question causes his lips to curl up in an apologetic smile. "I'm sorry," he says, fidgeting with his fingers as his gaze is cast down to the ground, a habit his mother forced upon him for whatever reason, "I was just watching you. You look cool. Like a superhero."

@taemin l. 〈 minjung k. [ ] It's okay. It makes things easier for me too * ^ *

The island was supposed to be his new home, but Hakyeon didn't feel comfortable - not one bit. He missed the stress ball that he always had with him, fingers working on squeezing, poking, prying at the flexible material. It didn't feel right to not have it with him. What Hakyeon missed the most, however, was hearing the clock on the wall tick away, each second slowly counting down to another one's death.
To make up for the lack of distraction, Hakyeon bent down to pick up an ash grey stone, sharp at every edge and corner. Fidgeting with it in his hands, not minding the little cuts against his skin, he suddenly whipped around, eyebrows knitted together as his lips turned downwards into a frown.
"What are you doing?" He questioned the young boy. He had known he was being watched for a while now, but had not expected to be followed.

@hakyeon c.〈 n Taemin has always been fascinated with the world. The world, with its sky stretching taut over the horizon, the ocean of colours bleeding into sunsets when the sun has kissed goodbye, and the flash of twinkling lights from the cities and nightlife reflecting the sea of stars far above. Spending eighteen years inside his house with very few glimpses of the outside can take a toll on oneself, and it did to Taemin. Even here, on this island, he's easily fascinated with something as simple as the grains of sand between his toes. Blinking, the boy turns to see a man that he has been casually observing for a while. Without a second thought, he stands up to follow him.

(sorry it's late. do you mind if we rp at this sort of length? that way i can reply faster o u o)

@jeongguk j. 〈 jeon |H| [ well uhm technically
nah ]

There was water everywhere, stinging his eyes and stealing the liquids from his throat. Salt itching and scratching along his esophagus until his lungs burned from the unwanted water in them. His nails clawed at Jeongguk's arm, leaving nasty trails of red - helpless but still fighting. Adrenaline coursing through his veins and he barely makes out the garbled 'grab on' as his head ducks under a particularly rough wave. But he grabs on. He grabs on blindly in front of him, feeling the bark biting his nails, brittle cells snapping easily from the force he was putting onto them. Knuckles a ghostly white and skin a sickly color from all the water he'd swallowed. All of this for a stupid shawl.

Not stupid - it was so important, but it was stupid /how/ important it was.

"Jeongguk," He sputters out as legs kick, that fight or flight feeling bubbling in his soul as he weakly pushes on. In movies, people waved their arms rapidly as their neck stayed just barely over the surface. Dipping once or twice and squeezing their eyes shut and waiting for that lifeguard to reach them. The movies never explained how tiring it was. His arm felt like a 50 pound weight and his muscles screamed in protest, jeans pulling him down and the added weight from the extra clothing soaking in anything and everything. Tingling in his toes, feet trapped in shoes that did nothing but mar the ease of pushing ones leg through the water. Each muscles motion was a battle. Taehyung was battered and winded and without Jeongguk here with him the current would've surely dragged him into the depths. There was an intense pain in his chest, perhaps from the excessive motions, his heart giving out, or his lungs having suffered enough from the water he'd breathed in. But just as he was about to tell his friend he was going to give up, his tired body hit something soft. Hope causing eyelids to flutter as sand churned under his feet, and with newfound strength, he's tugging Jeongguk onto the shore with him.

Chest heaving, staring at the sky as the storm still whirled on around them, and Taehyung laughs. It's coarse, and rough, and honestly feels like someone took sandpaper and lined the inside of his body with it, but it's full of relief. "Dude," He begins, coughing up a bit of water in the process, "I'm never going swimming with you again." Rain pours on them still, thunder rumbling and lightning crackling over head, but at least they weren't dead.

@taehyung k. 〈 v [ bbY P LEASE. PLEA SE. PLEASE. SMACK ME PLEASE. PLEASE. I CAN'T DO THIS TO YOU ;;; ]

The current rages a warpath on Jeongguk's desperate movements--- flailing out against the gelid waters until he's all but ducking beneath the surface of the waves. And for a moment, he forgets and, on instinct, gasps until he earns himself a mouthful of sopping murk. But just as the telltale panic embeds itself even further, a pair of arms snakes themselves around his torso and still him against the waves. Taehyung, holy . Something snaps in him then, like a wire that ignites the entire circuitry of his mind and reels him back to the present. Using the other male as leverage, he resurfaces just in time to receive an earful of his friend above the already roaring tempest. He hadn't a clue how the other was stationing them there, but the river seemed hellbent on uprooting them. And he knew good as well that if that happened, the odds of survival out at sea were slim to none.

But ing not today.

A particularly harsh tide surged them both forward again, while the winds simultaneously sent a tree branch tearing down the side of a soaked tree trunk--- its sticklers protruding out over the waters. With one arm still coiled steadfast to the other male, Jeongguk shot out his free grip to latch onto the branch and maneuver them farther from the center of the river. But it protested... waves rising and dipping just below his nose until he was forced to gasp between each undulation. "Grab on!" he urged, towing Taehyung in front of him and positioning himself behind to secure him--- releasing the boy in favor of bracketing him against the tree limb with both of his own. Inch by inch, he tugged them forward, eyes frantic as he prayed to every deity in existence that the damn tree wouldn't give.

Mino had enough.. He truly had. He walked to the corner by the rocks where he liked to hang out a nice little spot. No one could see him. He put the blanket down and sat down with bottle of vodka and smokes" at least here I can smoke in peace. He took a shot as he made a face before pulling the cig out and liting it. He sighed as he watched the waves crash in. He sat there how long was he gonna who knows.

@jeongguk j. 〈 jeon [ but i dont like bothering people like that-- if u want me to then i will buT WHEEZES i'm fine with waiting bb ;u; <333 ]

The waves that engulf him knock the wind from him, mouth opening and water rushing in in all the wrong places. Cold pinpricks assault his skin as he twists and turns in the water, shawl wrapping around him and - thankfully and conveniently - getting twisted enough to create a nice knot. But hell -- Jeongguk had fallen, too. Taehyung's eyes force themselves open as he moves in the water, against the current that was dragging them through the river and towards the ocean --

He breaks the surface with a sputter, water leaving his mouth in ruthless heaves, the salt having taken all liquid from his esophagus, burning his throat and lungs and reminding him of a darker time. His nails dig into the riverbank, sand giving away as he's tugged further with his friend. He was stupid. He should've just let this stupid shawl go and then they wouldn't be like this.

Maybe it was fate that caused his ankle to catch, maybe it was karma repaying him in the kindest way she could, either way .. His ankle snags on an underwater root, foot catching and getting caught and his leg yanking awkwardly, but secure enough to reach out and wrap his arms around the other male's waist. "I got you!" He yells, all too loud in Jeongguk's ear - oops. He wasn't even thinking of the what if's of the future, he was thinking about how his jeans were a little too warm for the frigid water. ... He would blame the fear later if anyone smelled it on him ...

@taehyung k. 〈 v [ Okay so the next time I take longer than 24 hours to respond--- pls kickmyass. These posts are so manageable tbh I have NO excuse ]

Jeongguk's unaware of when or how he winds up scaling the rind of the tree until the ridges with a sting--- peelings shaving off cleanly beneath his fingertips on the occasions that he slides back down. He grunts, half in exertion and half in frustration with each advancing inch. All the while, the promises of just how intimately he plans to strangle the boy he's ascending for become all the more passionate.

"I swear, I'll start with your 'little Tae' that Bobby ing adores so much, and I'll make him watch every--- ing--- second." Punctuating the final words with a forceful pivot, he finally manages to sling a leg over the branch the other occupies until he's all but perched right behind him and... Bingo. "YouerIcan'tbelieveyoumademeclimbadamntreeforyougETOVERHERENOW," or something along those lines escapes his lips as he scoots forward. But in what seems to be a swindling second, lightning blinds from above and shadows the contours of his almost maniacal grin.

The 'crack' comes first--- what shouldn't have resounded decibels above the rippling thunder. And all of a sudden, the digits he's extended to clasp the cusp of Taehyung's collar all but slip through the moment the boy descends. For the life of him, Jeongguk can't bring himself to imagine what makes him lean forward, given this is undoubtedly another 'I'll look back on this in two years and laugh over it at the bar' moments... But for now that doesn't register, because suddenly he's falling too--- the wind picking up around his face and weightless stature. He's barely given the time to screech before the waves engulf them both--- ravenous without any intention to be placated. And the moment Jeongguk bobs back to the surface with a sharp gasp and breathless sputter, he promises himself that if the river doesn't kill Kim Taehyung... he will.

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino "That's fine. I'm not going to force anything out of you," he smiled and shrugged, "I'll just go with the flow." Wonho took his hand and got up with him, helping clean up everything. "We’ll just feel this thing out, all right," he decided not to mention Mino blushing, keeping quiet the fact that they both knew it happened. "I'm following your lead," he grinned, ruffling his own hair, pushing it back out of his face.

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He looked at him as he looked listening to him. He didn't know what to do. He wanted the male yet again he didn't want to let his guard down. He was at a crossroad. "Wonho I don't know what to do to be honest. And I honestly don't know if I can tell you" he looked at him as he raised a brow at him" I didn't blush" he wouldn't admit it. " what do you want?". He asked still holding his hand out seeing if he wanted to come to the room.

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino He smiled widely, sitting back and letting the male button his shirt back up. He leaned back om his hands and watched him. "Why don't you tell me what you want to do," he raised a brow, "I'm willing to go as far as you'll let me. Even if you just want to do nothing but relax and talk, I'm fine with that, too." He situated himself closer to the other again, resting his chin on his shoulder, tilting his head a bit, "Also, do I get a prize for making you blush?"

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He wouldn't look at him as he was trying to stay cool once the tongue touched his tattoos he gripped his arms " m..maybe we should go to my room or yours". He said. He did that as a way to get control. He needed to. He couldn't have a repeat of the past." I mean if you want " he as much as he was wanting this he had to get some control. This male was right on his weakness and he had to not lose it.. He pushed him off lightly " as he stood up" I mean unless this is it?" He looked trying to button his shirt

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino Wonho grinned, tilting his head and peering into the other’s face as he tried to look away. "Mm, your face is red, cutie," he mused quietly, teasing him in a soft voice before leaning away a bit. He began to use his tongue to trace over his the tattoos, arms still locked securely around the male.

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He got pulled down as he grinned he was still trying to stay In target mode but it was slipping. Once his lips were back on his he kissed the male back. He felt his shirt being undone as his tattoos, all four were visible. Once touched his cheeks started to redden, and he new it so he made sure the male wouldn't see.

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino Wonho grinned as the other whispered in his ear, nodding and tugging the male back down to him. He kept his grin and kissed the other again, undoing the rest of the buttons on Mino's shirt. He traced over the other’s skin with his fingertips, taking in the warmth of the male's body.

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He grinned at him hearing what he needed confirmation. He leaned closer as got close to his ear. His body pressing into him as he took in the males scent. It was intoxicating as he grinned " then by all means processed with your plan" he said hotly on his ear as he as he sat up grinning at him letting him go.

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino Wonho lay there under him, clearly not making any attempt to change their positions. He nodded, "Whether you're playing games or not, enjoying yourself is most important." He shifted a bit to get more comfortable but continued to just lay there, "Hm, good thing I'm comfortable." A chuckle slipped out but he shook his head, "I can assure you I'm not messing with you. I'm enjoying myself."

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He looked at him as he moved pinning him" Mr. Wonho, one thing is I don't play games, I am serious all the time. I don't know how to truly relax but, maybe " he paused he looked at him keeping him pinned. "Maybe I am enjoying myself and maybe I'll keep keep enjoying myself". He looked " never try to pin a assassin you will end up". Looks down at him " pinned " he grinned with a smile" tell me Mr. Wonho, you just messing with me?" He asked looking him directly in his eyes he still didn't answer his question on how far to go. But he was curious if the male could get out of his pin.

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino "So, you're playing all sorts of games with me, huh," he laughed quietly. It was hard not to laugh as he continued dragging his tongue back and forth over his heck for just a little longer. Wonho hummed in thought, shaking his head, "As far as you want me to go." He nodded and grinned widely, the smile reaching his eyes. "So, Mr. Song," he called quietly, eyes watching the other’s face, "How far should I go?" He asked with a serious expression.

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He actually smirked for the first time as he looked and watched him. He was enjoying watching the males reaction. He could tell he almost enjoyed it but didn't want to give in. He watched him as he was now laid back " you never know it could be my tactics". He was lying it wasn't but what the male didn't know wont hurt him. He felt him dragging his tongue on his neck as he was pinned " gah! He said faintly as he held his arms suddenly tightly". So, how far you taking this " he smirked...

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino He smiled his bright smile down at him, "Good. You're learning there's no use in hiding it if it feels good. Little by little." He mumbled the last bit, a brow rsising at the reaction of the other when he his neck. Maybe he’d just found a sensitive spot. He grinned and then let the other guide his head back, eyes falling closed for a moment and a shiver running down his spine. Had it really been that long since he'd done something like this and enjoyed himself? Wonho moved away, refusing to succumb to the feeling just yet. He shook his head and guided Mino to lay back again, "You're not trying to distract me from my task, are you?" He hummed lowly, loosely pinning the male down as he dragged his tongue along his neck again, ending each long with a quick peck.

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He listened as stayed still. " well, I don't want to mess what ever this is up so why tell tales when I can not be a cowered for once and tell the truth. " he watched him lean closer as his tongue made contact with his neck he uttered a curse" f..." he said as he let the male go to grip the blanket to stay calm. " n . . no, don't stop" he said hotly as he decided to mess with him. His hand gripped his neck gently as his fingers tugged his hair as his neck went back he leaned forward and dragged his tongue on his neck. He control his emotions to not blush but we was close " I can mess with you too. " he grinned at him

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino He kept his face clear, waiting for the verdict before grinning a little, leaning into the touch to his cheek. "Honesty is very endearing," he whispered, leaning in to press kisses to his neck as he turned his head. He lightly at the skin, not at all hard enough to leave a mark. He wasn't going to mark him. Maybe he would if there were a next time. He did let his teeth drag a bit against the the male’s neck, tongue lightly tracing as well as he quietly hummed into his skin. He kissed up to his ear, whispering, "Should I stop?"

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He pulled back opening his eyes as he felt the trace on his neck. He stayed cool since he didn't tell the male any of his weakness and he never showed them. He looked up touching his cheek as he looked " no, you actually surprised me. I thought you were all talk and wasn't even gonna kiss me. Then the kiss itself surprised me. I would sin if I said I didn't enjoy it" he mumbled looking away some

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino Wonho let him break the kiss, taking the chance to catch his breath as well. He raised a brow at the other and tilted his head, grinning a little, "You okay?" He cupped his cheek, tracing over his jaw with his thumb before sliding his fingers down to his neck. "Don’t tell me I'm disappointing you already," he hummed, sitting back on his heels and rubbing over Mino's thighs again.

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He felt the males body press against his as hand moved from his hip to his back. His other hand gripped the back of his neck messing with the hairs at the bottom of his nape. He felt the tongue, now inside his mouth exploring his. His breathing picked up as he needed air. He started to pull away slowly just enough to take a breath as he almost moaned but didn't from the kiss." Well..." he said in not so seductive tone. He couldn't think at the moment to get in that mode

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino He smiled against his lips at the nipping, humming in approval. Wonho pressed his body a bit more into the other’s, closing the space between them some more. He propped a hand up by Mino's head again, easing his tongue past his lips and tasting him some more. Another soft hum left his lips at the mixed taste of the smoke, soda, and vodka. He picked up the pace of the kiss a bit, smirking at the feel of Mino's hand on his hip.

@hoseok s.〈 wonho He was trying to think of his training but he never truly had training for this. Proper training. He nipped the males lip back gently in return as he didn't want to break the kiss. Maybe because he her as enjoying it or maybe he was curious how far he was gonna take it. He slowly started to relax a little not much but a little as his lips parted feeling the males tongue asking for entrance. His free hand staying on the males waist as he kissed him more. Intensifying the kiss.

@♦ minho s. 〈 mino Wonho smirked at the comment, nodding once and speaking softly still, "Good to know." He could feel how unsure Mino was in the kiss so he decided to just keep it slow for the moment, taking the lead slightly with how he at his lips here and there in the kiss. He didn't break the kiss yet, didn't make an attempt to. His fingers rubbed at the male's hips and thighs in no particular rhythm, just taking in how felt under his fingertips. Biting at his own lip, he then tried to get Mino to part his lips, trying get him to stick his tongue out a bit so he could take it past his own lips.