ϟ Tattoo Parlor

@Lee Taemin Yongguk grabs a paper towel and the gun moving to Taemin's side. He leans close tracing the transfer paper. Yongguk looks between the design and Taemin's face. He wanted to make sure that they were really okay with it. "Remember just call out if you need to stop." Yongguk forgot to tell Taemin that they could ramble on to him. It helped some to talk to him.

@Bang Yongguk The familiar voice snapped them out of their thoughts. "No, no it's okay I'm ready to begin." With a nod of the head, Taemin released a low breathe mentally preparing themselves. "I'm ready,". They mumbled to no one in particular.

@Lee Taemin Yongguk looks over Taemin's features smiling softly. New tattoos always made him smile. He grabs the transfer paper then slowly placing it along Taemin's side. His gloved hands careful. "I'm about to start. Are you alright? I can wait a bit if you need an extra moment."

@Bang Yongguk Taemin watched with anxious eyes as you began your process. With a final nervous swallow, they did as they were instructed and laid with their left side facing down. Their heartbeat began to increase with nervous anticipation and their mind raced with a variety of questions. 'How would this turn out? Will I be strong enough to take the pain? Oh god, what if he thinks I'm a baby? I wonder if he is checking me out since I'm shirtless? Oh god, what if he is checking me out?' Trapped within their own thoughts Taemin failed even to notice you in the room anymore.

@Lee Taemin Yongguk goes to the computer in the room. He scans the design and prints it out on special paper. While it's printing he moved to sterilize the tools. "Lay with the side you want it on up. If you feel like you need a break let me know. I don't have anyone for a bit so we can go slow." He tilts his head before putting a face mask on.

@Bang Yongguk Taemin's face flushed when you asked about them being shirtless. They were sure why as it was obvious to ask of them because Taemin was the one request that tattoo but the depth of your voice sounded...well to them than anticipated. "Yea, that's fine." They replied following close behind you before peeling over the shirt and then taking their place in the unoccupied seat.

@Lee Taemin Yongguk nods putting the information into the computer. He stands up gesturing towards a door next to the counter. "My name's Bang Yongguk. Guk or Bang works." Yongguk looks for the paper with the design. He grabs that then heads for the door. "Are you comfortable going shirtless? Its easier when working on rib tattoos."

@Bang Yongguk "Oh um...Lee Taemin..." They informed before jotting their number down on the piece of paper before sliding it over to the gentlemen. "No-no I don't believe you gave me your name." Their bottom tier settled between their lips as they began overthinking various thoughts. "I don't believe you did gave me your name sir." They placed their hands inside their pockets before thinking over the best location for their first tattoo. "Would it be possible to place it on my right rib?"

@Lee Taemin Yongguk nods his head and then looks around. He heads to the computer starting to type in the information needed. "I'll have to have a name and a phone number. I can give you a piece of paper if you don't feel comfortable saying your number out loud." Yongguk was use to some people feeling that way. He would need the information to put in the computer the time for their next session. "Oh. Did I say my name? I don't remember if I did..." Yongguk looks away from the computer setting a piece of paper on the counter. "I'll take you back to the rooms and we can get started. I will need to know where you want the design."

@Bang Yongguk "If you have time today I'd like to get started." Direct eye contact felt too informal for Taemin as they elected to keep their gaze on the forearms of the artist. It was much safer, or so Taemin thought. Noticing the veins and the strong hand of the man Taemin swallowed harshly before gluing their eyes back to paper. "S-should I sit?"

@Lee Taemin Yongguk made a mental note to remember how nee this person was to the experience. He might have to break the session up a bit more than he originally thought. Yongguk was too focused on figuring up how to do things he didn't notice what the other had said. Yongguk just knew they were suddenly blushing and stammering. "Its fine. You're alright. Did you want to get started right now or set up a session for later?"

@Bang Yongguk A nervous chuckled emitted from their chest allowing their eyes to turn upward into crescent moons. "I figured as much. I'm kinda a baby and newb when it comes to tattoos so I figured my pain tolerance may be pretty low." They informed placing their hands to theirs unsure of what felt like a natural posture for their hands. In the end, they placed them by their sides. "I'm okay with that. I rather take it slow and enjoy the experience than rush things..." Taemin paused then flushed a shade of pink realizing their words may have sounded suggestive. "Wait...I-I...I mean...I'm sorry that may have sounded weird." Taemin waved their hands hoping to erase their words.

@Lee Taemin Yongguk kept a pleasant smile on his face. His smile growing wider listening to this person talk. Yongguk quickly turns his attention to the design. "This is very helpful. ...this design might take a bit longer. I should be able to start a bit of it but... We will have to schedule another session or so to finish it. Is that alright?" That felt like the most he'd said in one go.

@Bang Yongguk Taemin reached for the back of their head rubbing the nape of their neck to ease the awkwardness. Slow eye contact met the artist as they found themselves enticed but the depth and fullness of his voice. "I-I do have an idea in mind. I have a photo reference if you like to take a look." Taemin turned and reach for the paper in their bag. They presented an image of a Japanese-inspired brushstroke of two koi fish in a ying-yang formation. "Would this be helpful?"

@Lee Taemin Yongguk holds up his hands trying to show that he meant no harm hearing the other stutter. He gives a smile back trying to not show as much gum as he did so. "We're open. If the design isn't too much I should be able to get started now." He steps a bit closer hoping that this person already had their design ready or had a clue what they wanted. That would speed up the process.

@Bang Yongguk Taemin looked around the establishment admiring the art displayed artwork. They shuttered when the sudden appearance of the dark figure emerge from the shadows. "O-oH...Hello," They greeted the other offering a pleasant smile. "I'm sorry to intrude, I wasn't sure if you guys were open or not. Do talk walk-ins?"

@Lee Taemin Yongguk's head jerks up hearing the door open. He bows his head giving a shy greeting. He wasn't too use to being loud. The person entering had him blushing ever so slightly. He hadn't expected someone that attractive to come to the store.

Nervousness rumbled within the pit of his stomach as he entered the building. Taemin had never had a tattoo before but had always been fascinated by them. With a deep breath they exhaled and pushed open then door. “H-hello?”