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@Kihyun *smiles softly when you say that you wouldn't send me out to die. I lean over and press a kiss to your cheek* Ahhh, hyung, you're so sweet. Thank you for not wanting to risk my life. Though if we were in that situation, I probably would risk myself in order to protect you and the others. *takes our items and helps you put them into my backpack, shouldering the bag once everything is put away. hands you your water and takes mine, making my way out of the convenience store with you* I hope we'd stick together too-- and you're right; If Hyunwoo hyung and Hoseok hyung can't protect us, what good are their muscles?

@Changkyun oh no! *shakes head fervently, eyes growing wide with fear* I thought I'd only do that if there's not too many of them and I can deal with it but now that you say that... I wouldn't dare to. oh my god. no. I can't lose my maknae! I can't lose any of my boys *shakes my head yet again, giving you an apologetic look, then snickers awkwardly when you point out this isn't the time, tempted to poke your pink cheeks but knowing I'm not much less awkward, I decide to not make fun of you* oh. yes. of course. just some time when we're back in the dorm... *reaches for the shopping bag you've been carrying so I can start putting our stuff away* I... hope we'd manage to stick together and protect each other. more like... I have high hopes for Shownu and Wonho hyung to protect all of us.

@Kihyun Aiiii, you would really sacrifice me in a zombie apocalypse? That's just cold, hyung. You'd let me go out there and be the bait? What if you weren't able to stop them all-- what if I got overrun and then I end up being eaten alive by zombies because you wanted to use me as bait? *pouts and shakes my head. when you ask me if I could tell you about things, I flush* Ahhh... I mean... I could.. hyung, but this isn't really the best time to do so; being that we're in public with so many people that could be listening. *after you grab the water and everything else has been rung up, I offer my card to the cashier* We all better be safe during a zombie apocalypse. I don't know what I'd do if one of ya'll turned into a zombie

@Changkyun that's okay, at least the zombies won't be after me *laughs* in a zombie apocalypse, you could be the bait and I'd stand by with a baseball bat and protect you~ oh. you're once again proving to be a clever man who knows his limits *snickers before turning a little more seriously, sidling closer and lowering my voice* since you have experience... could you tell me about that? how swords don't even matter? *stops talking, flashing a sweet smile to the cashier as I dump down the contents of my arms too* mhm, indeed too much... and we forgot the water! hold on a sec. *rushes over to the rack, soon returning with two bottles of water, slightly out of breath* looks like after all, maybe both of us are safe in a zombie apocalypse... *grins at you cheekily*

@Kihyun Hey, hey. No one said thatyou didn't have brains. Shush with that talk. *looks over at you as you poke my arm* We could have, but then I'd be tempted to get more. At least if I go with my arm method, I won't get anymore than what we can carry. And... guess that's fair-- going by what you've heard. but I can assure you from my experience.... you don't need any "sword" period to feel good. And yeah, i think that we have enough food. I think this is more than enough. *puts my snacks up on the counter and once you've put yours up as well, I pull out my wallet to pay for them. looks over at you as the cashier rings up everything one by one* You can think on it-- there's no rush to do anything today. You'll figure something out that works for you

@Changkyun then I just made it awkward, didn't I *forces a laugh* nevermind me, Kyunnie. we've already discussed I'm not the one with the brains here. *purses my lip into a pout and pokes your arm gently, careful to not make you drop anything* we totally should have grabbed a basket... *muses out loud but proceeds to grab more snacks, mumbling sulkily* I mean, I really was just going by what I heard... but I guess you're right. it's probably more about attentiveness than anything. mm, do you think we have enogh food? *glances between the piles we're holding, slowly making my way towards the cashsier* mhm, right... I could probably figure out something that fits this format better. something that doesn't need a video but can make use of editing. maybe I should just store this idea for later.

@Kihyun ... I'm just teasing, hyung. I know you weren't serious and I'm not bringing the mood down.... I was joking along with you... *shakes my head lightly. after you kiss my cheek and proceed to ramble, I fill my arms with snacks* Are you sure? You seem an awful lot like a size queen with your talk of larger swords winning *winks at you* And no, it doesn't matter to me at all. If a guy can make me feel good, that's all that matters. *hums softly* Plus, if you think about it, your podcast could develop into something that you couldn't do with vlog posts-- you could have it be you answering fan submitted questions or.... showcasing your own music and stuff. I mean, yeah, we have V-LIVE and I guess you could do the same thing there, but sometimes it's hard to film as opposed to just like.. setting your phone to record and then uploading the audio later

@Changkyun oh hush. grow a thicker skin, you know I just love to tease you. and take that tongue back before I'm tempted to bite it *flinches a little at the pinch and squirms, pushing more of my weight onto you* that for sure is a different kind of loud though. I might not mind to hear that, depending on the situation... Imeanwhat *laughs nervously before shaking my head* if you remember no.mercy... we're over the hating you part, Kyunnie. but let's not bring the mood down. we love you now *presses a soft kiss to your cheek* h-hey, that's--- I'm not! *flushes* I mean I can't say if I haven't even tried--- that was just speculation! *rambles awkwardly* also, does it matter on your side? *gives you a nudge as I follow into the store, fanning my face to make the blush go away quicker, letting go of you so I can grab some snacks too* hmm, I think that makes sense. even if I'm not that familiar with things from that side. if they can listen to other artists too, they could also listen to my podcast.

@Kihyun Hmmmmmmmmm..... maaybbbeeeeeeee---- Perhaps a little less after the "loud and annoying and one would do anything to shut it up," comment *sticks my tongue out at you, lightly pinching your side* I'll have you know that Jooheon likes it when I'm loud, so *winks at you before falling into peels of laughter* You better love me because you're stuck with me. It's been 4 years now-- I'm pretty sure if you were going to hate me, you're about 4 years too late for that. *hums softly at your question and shakes my head* I don't think so. I think that with equal skill, either sword wins-- but, based on this long, drawn out metaphor, I can see that our "innocent" mom is really a size queen. Good to know. *goes into the convenience store with you, walking down the aisle to look for snacks for us to take with us on our hike* Ahhh, I don't think so. I mean, think about how many monbebes are also fans of other groups-- they still share their love between all of us so I think they'd still listen to our music while also listening to your podcast

@Changkyun eh. maybe I'm just lame. but you still love me right? *grins then rolls my eyes* yes, yes I did. and I won't be taking it back. I'm a man of honor who sticks to his words. but you've already promised you're treating today so~ *sticks out my tongue* yes, Changkyun, as powerful as a fire alarm! that is, loud and annoying and one would do anything to shut it up--- *grins cheekily before pulling you into a half-hug, laughing* kidding, I love you. *nudges you when you wink* mhm, you're right. it's about how you weild your sword. but with equal skill levels, the longer sword still wins, doesn't it? *smirks a little before laughing* Kyunnie, are you still surprised that I literally always want chicken? plus, seaside! seafood! back then, I had to act! fair enough... our monbebes read our tweets and fancafe messages but, yes, podcasts sound so much better! more time-efficient, I mean, if they can just listen while commuting! wait. wouldn't that mean they listen to our music less?

@Kihyun AHhh, sorry, hyung. I didn't get your joke-- but hey, at least I was right, right? You admitted you'd spoil me anyway so you can't take it back now *grins and nudges you playfully* Hm... This is true. That must mean that I'm super powerful right? to get you to leave the house? *lightly pokes your nose* I did but I was abroad for 7 years. As far as measurements when 1cm makes a difference--- I don't know about you, hyung, but it's not about the centimeters; it's how you use them. *winks at you, shaking my head about being stuck in the tiny zone with you* No, this is true. You're not the pickiest eater,but still. And yes, you didn't complain, but.. come on. We were at the seaside and you wanted fried chicken. Ahhh well, it's all in the past. And yes, Wonho's ramen was worse than your chicken *hums softly at your question of whether people actually read blogs* That's a good point.... I mean, I think people would read it because you wrote it but perhaps a podcast would be better. I'm sure our monbebes would love a weekly podcast that you put out that they could listen to on their commutes.

@Changkyun well, I mean, the word "sensitive" is sometimes derogatory, so I was teasing that you'd degrade yourself just to get spoiled. but now it's not funny anmore. mhm... you're not wrong with that, I'd probably spoil you anyways *laughs lightly* look at you, you got me out of the house today when I thought only a fire alarm would. *squints* don't talk to me in US units, I don't speak that, and I know you attended school in Korea! also, there /are/ measurements when 1cm makes a difference *smirks lightly* but that's not height. you're stuck in the tiny zone with me. *scrunches my nose at you* yah, I'm not even the pickiest eater... I could always eat anything but seafood. I just... advocate for my favorite food. you all could just do that. you don't see me complain if Minhyuk wins and we get pizza. but admit that my chicken is better than Wonho hyung's instant ramyeon.
a blog? you mean, not just vlives? oh wait, I was thinking vlog. do people still read blogs? maybe I should make a podcast. and challange your title as iest speaking voice of mx.

@Kihyun Willing to take up the sensitive boy title? What do you mean? But no no, it's alright-- I'm pretty sure that my cute face would make you want to spoil me at some point regardless. *looks over at you, laughing when you scold me and advise me not to say anything about your height* 1cm makes a difference, doesn't it? I mean.. 1 cm is almost half an inch, if you think about it. But don't worry. I won't say anything. My lips are sealed. *hums softly and nods, giving you a soft smile* This is true. I mean, I know that you prefer chicken, but it is good that you were able to find out that you could actually eat seafood. And maybe now, when we shoot another show and we're asked to pick out what food we want to have, we won't be stuck eating chicken because of you or Thai because of Shownu *grins* You should start your own blog, really. Documenting our lives but also just your life. the Monbebes would really really love that

@Changkyun yes. good that you already know that. arguing with me won't get you anywhere *grins contently* oh, if you're willing to take up the sensitive boy title to get spoiled, I can include you~ *teases before squinting at you* yah, Im Changkyun. don't you sare say a single one. you're really not the person to roast me with your 1cm of advantage... *nudges your side gently with my elbow* nah, nah. no thanks. that's the worst way of doing dishes. am not a masochist. I'd rather take up the job of documenting every minute of our trip. that will be perfectly fine. besides, it's better to enjoy the local foods when we're traveling. like, I would not have realized I can eat seafood otherwise.

@Kihyun This is true.. You are very, very stubborn. *slips in behind you and presses the button for the ground floor* Ahh, well, my mistake. Here I was thinking that you were teasing me and talking about spoiling me. My bad. *snorts when you make a comment about your height* I.. wasn't even thinking about making a height joke until you said something and then all of them started running in my head. *leans against you, walking with you with our arms intertwined* You feel jobless when we're travelling and we eat out? So what you're saying is, we should order room service instead of going out and let you wash the dishes in the sink or something? I'm sure it could be arranged

@Changkyun oh, not like I'd actually let you change my mind *grins cheekily, walking out of the elevator ahead of you as the doors open* who's that? I thought you would guess. my boyfriend. I mean it in the best sense, but he likes to be spooiled sometimes *snickers, grinning affectionately at the mention of him as I look back, waiting for you to catch up* oh. that joke just flew over my head--- wait. no need to comment on my height. but bad girl it is then. *grins contently, linking arms with you once we're outside the building, stirring you towards the convenience store* I'm glad it turned out a pleasant surprise then. I do see the appeal of cheesiness when he occasionally flatters us too... and of course I'm not jobless. but I almost feel like when we're traveling and we eat out.

@Kihyun *huffs lightly when you say to let you believe what you want to believe* Fine fine. You can believe what you want. I won't try to change your mind. *shakes my head lightly with a laugh when you start talking about your camera* We do? Who is the boy that you're talking about? *shakes my head when you speak of it bothering me* It doesn't really, hyung. I was just teasing you. You can talk about your camera however you want. I just found it funny and was joking around. You're fine. *snorts when you say that I'm dating a literal cheese factory* This is true.. I didn't think he could really be as cheesy as he is, but I was wrong. And... I don't know, I guess I'm glad I was wrong because I really like it. I like his cheese. but I'll let you live. Don't worry. *rolls my eyes* And you are not a jobless mom-- you also have to cook for us

@Changkyun ssh. ignorance is bliss, just let me believe that, Kyunnie. oh, hmm? *glances down at my camera then back up at you* well, she is a girl because she's delicate and must be treated right--- wait a sec, let me take that back. we all know a boy who's like that *laughs lightly* and bad, because she /is/ badass. she does her job splendid, when I handle her right, at least... and, oaky, I guess I can just not call her that around you, but why does it bother you? *nods in agreement* true... it'd be naive to think everything is perfect on the first try. well, thanks. same for you and Joo *grins softly* oh hush. you are dating a literal cheese factory, if you can handle that, let me live too. also, you could also just bug Minhyuk about taking pictures, but I think that's a good way to take care of you all while we're out of the dorm and I'm a jobless mom.

@Kihyun Hmm.. Is that how that works? I'm not so sure, but... sure hyung, we can go with that. You have a genius maknae to allow for you to be silly. *snorts when you call your camera a bad girl* okay, two questions-- why is your camera bad, and two why is it a girl? also three, though it's more of a statement, please never call it a bad girl again. *laughs and shakes my head, leaningback against the chome-panelled elevator wall* It's hard for things to go smoothly all of the time but.. I'm glad that everything is good between you guys. I'm really happy for you, hyungie. *shakes my head as I laugh again at your choice of words* That was really cheesy, hyung-- your brain as your memory disk.. tchh... *reaches upand ruffles your hair* We're relying on you to take pictures for our memories of our tour, hyung. With great power comes great responsibility.

@Changkyun I... well. I guess it's okay for me to be silly, when I've got a smart maknae to help me out with his genious ideas, no? *grins playfully as I walk along with you, and pats my camera gingerly* yes, yes, this bad girl will be really happy with that solution. *glances in the elevator mirror as we enter, once again smiling at the fact that we are matching in blue, before turning to you* mhm, we're good. things aren't always smooth, but with time, everything will come together, I guess. weirdly enough, no, I haven't been taking photos... I've been too busy being in the moment myself. it's in this memory disk *taps my head with a grin* for sure going on tour, I'll be snapping more pictures, while we're exploring other cities!

@Kihyun *rolls my eyes when you say tha tyou're getting off my tail and then pat my * aiiii, hyung, you're so silly *shakes myhead lightly and starts to walk with you* We'll get some wet wipes from the convenience store on our way to get the chicken. that way you can wipe your hands off before you use your camera. that way your camera can be a happy camper. *smiles and gets into the elevator with you, pressing the button for the ground floor* How have you been, hyung? How are you and your boyfriends? and have you been taking a lot of photos with your new camera when we've had some free time, perhaps of them? You'll have to remember to bring it with you on our tour so you can take photos when we're out and about exploring.

@Changkyun mmm--- okay but that's the commercial part of it, no? those are innovation labs... and let's not get into the conspiration theories that they already have cars running on water and stuff just holding it back because of the oil millionaires. *scrunches up my nose, clearly displeased*
alright, alright. you're right and you've been a good boy. the best maknae we can wish for. I'm getting off your tail now. or am I? *grins teasingly, patting your as you lean to me before hooking that arm around your waist*
you already know my answer to that, I hope. chicken all the way then. I just know I'll get myself all greasy and my camera will not be happy. () and now I realize I totally forgot to write that he grabbed that, can we pretend it's hanging from his neck?

@Jooheon *nods when you tell me that I can always come and talk to you* I know, Heonnie. I already feel like I can come and talk to you about anything. You make it incredibly easy. And I want you to be able to do the same, okay? If something I do makes you feel jealous or hurt or anything, please come to me so we can talk about it. I would never intentionally do anything to hurt you. I love you far too much. *smiles when you nudge your nose about mine* That is perfectly okay to say, my love. We'll cross that bridge later if we ever come to it. *kisses you back lovingly and hugs you close, only pulling back when I need to breathe. looks up at you with a soft smile pulling on my lips* I think that I'm satisfied... Now... what do you say we sneak Yoshi and Gucci home from your studio and curl up and watch a movie tonight?

@Changkyun *nods at your question, lips quirking into a small smile* Yeah, I know. If it was anyone else, I don't think I'd have minded too much. But.. with you.. Everything is just so.. *shrugs a shoulder, not knowing how to explain the emotions swirling in me like a hurricane* I'm glad you came to that self-conclusion, baby, because otherwise we'd be having a very different talk. You know that if you ever have any issue with me, or something we did, or /anything/, you can always talk to me, right? Even if you're feeling jealous about something I did.. no matter how insignificant or small it may seem like – I just want to know. Communication is key, and I'd like to be able to tell you anything without having to worry. Think we can do that, baby? *rubs my nose against yours lovingly. I nod at the question regarding , but when it comes to the latter part of your query, I fall into contemplative silence for a moment* Is it okay for me to say I'm not sure right now? I don't want to say that it's completely okay, because.. I may have bouts of jealousy.. but also, I don't want to restrict you? So.. maybe we'll cross that bridge when or if it comes, is that alright? *flashes you my dimples hearing those sweet words* I love you too, baby. So much. *kisses you languidly for a long while before I'm pulling away, resting my head on the pillow once again* Are we both satisfied with that, or do you think we need to discuss it further, sweetie?

@Jooheon You... do? *tilts my head back onto the pillow, putting space between us so I can get a better look at your face, meeting your eyes* I... didn't know. I never pegged you for the jealous type.. mostly because you always say about how you're open to anything and everything and have no limits.. I just.. didn't expect you to ever get jealous. So... I kinda.. felt like the silly one for feeling a little insecure. But... I guess it's just that... I'unno. Maybe you'd realize "hey, he's not that great and x, y, and z are so much better than he is." But I can recognize that it isn't a healthy train of thought to have and that I shouldn't be comparing myself to any of the other members. Especially since if I was to get with someone else and you were having that thought process, I'd tell you that you were wrong and how amazing you are. So if I can do that for you, I should do that for myself as well. *closes my eyes as you peck my nose* So.. just so we're clear... we're both saying that with other people does not matter? What if.. for example, Hyunwoo was to ask me on a date-- he hasn't, but if he did. Is that crossing a line because it's now something romantic as opposed to physical? *smiles when you say that I'm mine and call me your sweet, precious boyfriend* I love you so much, you know that? *kisses you back sweetly*

@Changkyun Exactly. One hundred percent worth it. *seeing you with your eyes closed, it only tightens my heart with emotions, sometimes feeling overwhelmed by how beautiful and angelic you look; what I would give to see your face first thing when I wake up. I listen to you talk patiently, simply alternating between caressing your skin and threading my fingers through your soft locks* Yes, baby, that makes perfect sense. I understand the sentiment. *wrinkles my nose slightly, loathing to admit but knowing it's better you know* I.. I also get a little irrationally jealous when I think of the possibility that maybe you have more.. romantically inclined feelings for someone else. But apart from that, anything purely physical doesn't affect me much. About being your only boyfriend, that's not at all selfish; I'd be a hypocrite otherwise. *smiles down at you reassuringly, leaning down to peck your nose* As of this point, I don't know about anything about romantic love for the others – it's mostly purely physical attraction and platonic love? I don't really like the labels, so them, yeah? All I know is that you're mine – my sweet, precious boyfriend. *grips your chin lightly, tilting your head up to capture your lips in a sweet kiss*

@Jooheon I just meant that I was sorry that you went through difficulties.. but like you said, you have a greater appreciate for Ki hyung now, and you learned a new skill.. and I was happy, so really it was a big win and worth the hassle, right? *swallows thickly, closing my eyes for a moment as your finger traces along my face* I.... if it's bad then... I guess we're in the same boat? Because.. I don't know either. I.. *puffs out my cheeks* Sometimes... I find myself feeling jealous like "No, he's mine," but then I pause and remind myself that we're..in a relationship but what you do with someone else doesn't affect the bond we have. Like... you could have with other people but that's not going to change how you feel about me. But.. I guess that's where the jealousy comes from? the insecurity that it COULD change how you feel about me? Does that make sense? *closes my eyes again as I try to gather my thoughts kissing you back gently as I curl up closer to you. when I finally open my eyes again, I meet yours* Would it be... selfish to ask if I could be your only boyfriend? You can have other relationships with our members-- , romantic, whatever extent you want, I want that for you. But... Is it selfish to want to be your only boyfriend while the others are... I don't know.. Lovers? if that is a good term? .... Though now that I'm saying it out loud, it sounds quite stupid.. what difference does the title really make....

@Changkyun Aye aye what's this? No apologizing. I just have a greater appreciation for Ki hyung now. Don't apologize for something I did out of my love for you, baby. *returns your kisses easily, propping my head up with my elbow on the bed and my cheek resting in my palm as I gaze down at you* Ahh, yes, it's good that we're discussing this. *nods seriously, although my finger idly traces the soft and sharp lines of your perfect features* Well.. is it bad to say I don't know? I mean, if it's with our hyungs, then.. I don’t mind. We live with them, and they know how strongly I feel for you, so.. whatever you're okay with, I'm okay? As long as they don't hurt you, and you're enjoying, baby, I'm good. *leans down to peck your lips* What about you?

@Jooheon *smiles softly when you say that baking was a hassle* I'm sorry that you went through such a hassle for me *leans in and presses a kiss to your lips* Thank you, though... for going through it anyway for me. It.. was really sweet and did make me smile.. *rests my head back on my pillow and looks up at you* Well.... now that we're... together, like... officially... I just.. wanted to talk about.. boundaries I guess. What...do you still want to have the ability to do and what, for you, would be offlimits for me to do with someone else?

@Changkyun I'm glad then.. man, who would have thought baking was such a hassle.. *grumbles softly, remembering the number of hours I had to spend in the kitchen. I hum at your affectionate gestures, a sheepish smile making its way to my face at the call-out* I guess.. but only because I love you. *wraps an arm around your waist, gently caressing your hip* Of course, baby, what did you want to talk about?