𓈒𓏸 convenience store ༄.°

@✧˚ r. minwoo Chaewon feels herself growing warm once more. The way her name rolls off the other's tongue makes her beam a smile his way. She waits as he babbles, finding it endearing that a man could say so much in so little time.
"Ah yes, I am.. I came by to pick up something to eat. I realized that I haven't had lunch but I'm too exhausted to cook so I figured I'll just grab something quick." shrugging, she opens the bag she's holding to show him what she was talking about. "I suppose if you really want to return the cash, you can do that too. I live around the corner so if you live around here, it'll be pretty easy, you know?"
Chaewon shrugs again, tucking a lock of hair behind her ears as she rock on her heels a bit. She's slowly starting to feel the exhaustion from her long shift kick in. Biting back a yawn, Chaewon rolls her shoulders back and keeps the smile on her face. "Maybe I'll see you around?"

@✧˚ k. chaewon minwoo watches the female carefully, his lips twitching into an amused smile as she fumbles over her words, there's something about the way she's clearly trying to hold her composure makes minwoo feels intrigued.

"chaewon-ssi." he repeats with a small nods. "it's a beautiful name like the person. heh. nice to officially meet you." he takes back the phone from her and briefly glancing at the new contacts before pocketing it.

" ah well, i insisted to pay it back because i don't want to owe the money to you. i know it's not a bad things, but i feels like you might need the cash later on. so it's better to returns it." he was babbling until he forgot to introduce himself. "ah wait, are you going home ?" asked him curious somehow. he didn't think he ever seen her before or did he?

@✧˚ r. minwoo Hearing the other man call out her name, Chaewon's eyes widen in shock. She immediately tries to pick up her pace, shifting into a speedwalk in hopes of outwalking the other but unfortunately, (curse him and his long legs), the man catches up in no time and actually stops her in her tracks. She spins around, nearly losing her balance.

Everything happened so fast, Chaewon thought she would have to kiss the floor but the next thing she knows, she's in the others arms, staring up at him with wide eyes. "Oh, I- Ahem." Clearing , multiple times, Chaewon stays frozen in place despite the fact that he's pulled his arms back already. She catches herself staring at the man and taking in more of his features. Ah, he's quite good looking.

Finally, Chaewon snaps out of it and backs up a bit so give them both some proper space. She looks down at his phone and takes in her hand, putting in her own number and her name as well. "Here you go," she murmurs, handing back his phone with a shy smile. "I'm Chaewon by the way.. as it says in the contact. You really don't have to pay me back but if you really want to, I'll take a cookie or two."

@✧˚ k. chaewon minwoo watched as the woman grew embarrassed, holding back his laughter. he found it adorable how she panicked like that, and for a moment, he felt the urge to pinch her cheeks. but he quickly shrugged the thought away and called out to her as she started walking off. "but miss! miss!"

he hurried to catch her wrist and turned her around, managing to steady her by holding her waist before she could fall. that was when minwoo froze. if this were a kdrama, this would be the kind of scene where the male lead and female lead meet in slow motion, maybe with a few flower petals floating across the screen. he blinked and cleared his throat, quickly pulling his hands away. "ah, my bad. i’m sorry. i didn’t mean to. but even if it’s not expensive, i still want to pay you back."

he handed her his phone. "please, you can just send me your account number—or your phone number, if that’s easier?" he asked politely, trying not to rush her.

@✧˚ r. minwoo Blinking in confusion, she stares at the man before his words finally sink in. "Oh-" she gasps out, realizing that she had assumed the man in front of him was homeless! Embarrassed by her actions and feeling herself turn red in front of him, she waves her hand to brush away his suggestions. The woman knows she should end the conversation and walk away before she turns into a tomato.

"It's not even that expensive so I'm not worried at all," Chaewon beams up at the taller before she points down the block. "I'm gonna head back now, see you around?"

Wanting to quickly flee the scene of her embarrassment, Chaewon begins to wave goodbye and starts speedwalking away. "Holy cow Chaewon, are you an idiot!?" She scolds herself, frowning heavily as she ducks her head down, hoping that her short hair will cover her red face. She's so focused on herself that she hasn't noticed if the man she left behind is still there or not.

@✧˚ k. chaewon minwoo turned his face to look at the female next to him. woah — is she being serious right now? his mouth parted a little before he quickly closed it, shaking his head, somehow panicking at how carefree she was for helping him out like that. how can she easily offer her bed to someone she just met? they were basically strangers, but why and how did she have the confidence to do this? is she out of her mind?

minwoo thought for a moment — if this were his sister or someone he was close with, he would be giving them some nagging and a piece of his mind to make sure they were careful and aware of the situation. he sighed softly, somehow feeling pity for the girl. "oh no, no! you don't have to offer that. i’ve got my house, and it's nearby! i just forgot to bring my cash, that’s all."

he cleared his throat and took out his phone before handing it over to her. "can you give me your number and account details so i can transfer the money back later on?"

@✧˚ r. minwoo Chaewon finishes paying for the man's items before turning to look at him, shaking her head with a smile as she guides them to step off the line so the next person can pay.
"No worries at all honestly, I like helping people out," she states, beaming a bright smile his way before her eyes widen at the next words. "Wait! I /am/ new. How'd you know? Are you a local? Do you know everyone here? Is that why?!"
In shock, Chaewon stands there and stares at the other. For the first time, she finally takes in the appearance of the man standing before her and realizes how he towers. Tilting her head up to look better, she squints a bit as her mind wanders. Could he be poor? Is that why he couldn't even afford the basic necessities? That's a little upsetting and so sad, especially since it's so cold out. Before Chaewon can even properly run through the idea in her head and the logistics of it all, she had already started to offer her place to the stranger in front of her. "If you need a place to wash up, you can use my apartment! Like i mentioned, i just moved in so there isn't much furniture but you can sleep in my bed at night when I'm working my shift tomorrow!"

@✧˚ k. chaewon minwoo was about to put his things in their designated places when someone called out to him. woah—she even offered to pay for him. he hesitated at first but was quickly grabbed and pulled over to the cashier.

"m-miss—are you sure about this? ah, i feel bad right now. i forgot to withdraw money from the bank earlier, but please send me your account number? i'll pay you back later." he handed over his items to the cashier and waited as she paid for both his things and hers.

"i feel so ashamed but thankful for your kindness," minwoo said, looking up to meet her eyes. she was exceptionally pretty—her short hair and petite figure made her look cute. wait, what are you thinking, ryu minwoo? he quickly shrugged the thought away and chuckled. "are you new here?" he asked as they stepped out of the convenience store together.

@✧˚ r. minwoo Chaewon's eyes widen a bit at the conversation she hears and watches as the man walks off the line and past her. She knows it's none of her business, she repeats to herself over and over again in her head as she hands a bill to the cashier. It really doesn't matter if he can't pay for those items. The man won't die from not having those things.

But at last, unable to stop herself, she spins on her heels and walks to find the abnormally tall dude she saw earlier. "I uh.. can help with your bill. It seems like maybe you need these things?" She whispers to him when she finally spots him. Her tone comes off a little concerned as she stares at the essential items in the man's hands. Chaewon offers him a gentler smile as she tries her best not to judge what's happening. "Personal hygiene is so important to one's health." Chaewon harps as she grabs the other's wrist and attempts to pull him back to the cashier. "Come on."

@✧˚ k. chaewon minwoo had just finished his meeting with his business partners. as he walked back towards his house, he suddenly remembered that he needed to buy some essential items before heading home. looking around, he noticed a convenience store nearby. with a sigh of relief, he walked inside to grab what he needed.

after picking up a facewash and a few snacks for later that night, he made his way to the cashier. "can i use a card?" he asked, pulling out his wallet. the truth was, minwoo had forgotten to withdraw cash from the atm earlier.

"i'm sorry, sir, our machine isn't working right now. we can only accept cash," the cashier explained.

minwoo stood there, feeling a bit anxious about the situation. he sighed and bit his lip, staring at his items for a moment. noticing the lady behind him waiting, he quickly made up his mind. "nah, it's okay. i'll put them back. i don't have cash with me. i'm sorry," he said politely. not wanting to inconvenience anyone, he picked up the items and walked past the lady, returning everything to their rightful places on the shelves.

@✧˚ r. minwoo It's been a long day for Chaewon. She just finished her 12 hour overnight shift at the clinic and was walking home listening to her music when she realized that she hadn't gotten anything to eat yet all day. Frowning at the realization, she turns the last second down the block and heads towards the convenience store by her apartment. She knows that as soon as she steps into the house, she wouldn't want to leave to grab food. She's also aware that her fridge is currently empty. Matter of fact, her apartment is mostly empty with just a box or two and some very basic furniture. She's supposed to get her shipment of boxes later this week. Gosh that would be yet another thing to stress about later when it happens.

With another loud sigh, Chaewon pushes open the door and steps inside the convenience store. She looks around, trying to locate something quick to grab for her meal when her eyes land on someone. Tilting her head, she pauses by an aisle and watches the other speak to the cashier. "What is going on.." she mumbles to herself while she quickly grabs an instant ramen and a bottle of iced tea. She's hoping that by the time she grabs what she needs, the cashier would be free and she wouldn't have to wait. But when she turns around to head to the register, the dude is still there and Chaewon squints. She takes off her headphones just so she can listen in to the conversation better.

@✧˚ k. jiwoong (everything was happening too fast. In lisa’s head that was positively spinning, the catalyst of it all had to be the unfortunate fall of her lost treat which would have her not only stumbling after it, but also shedding a tear or two. and before she knew it? the autumn breeze was also engulfing her further in a chilly blanket of sadness from which she was far too disinclined to fend. at least.. not until a glimmer of hope is cast in her direction. jiwoong, the closest embodiment of warmth, now fortunately in her midst.)

w- woong?.. (she sniffles with the most prominent pout as she looks up at the boy, her doe orbs of cocoa brown watery from both the alcohol and the unsalvageable ice cream on the ground.) woooong, you’re h- hereee~ (slurring partially, it doesn’t take long before lisa is getting to her feet with much of her friend’s aid; his hand certainly feeling warmer than she’s ever remembered, so she makes sure to hold onto it tight. and although somewhere along the lines, she planned on hiding from the more than familiar face, her body completely betrays her as lisa instead leans slightly against jiwoong. traces of mischievousness buried beneath the need for the safety, security, and comfort he undeniably provided.) mmm, yes please?

@✧˚ m. lisa ( the last thing lisa sent was a barely audible voice note about the untimely death of her newly bought ice cream. looking at the photos she sent, well, he supposed this was enough of a clue to find her, and sure enough—from the other side of the road leading up to the mart, he spots her figure, dark locks seemingly a mess, her soft sniffles heard even from the distance. ... ah. considering the late hour and her drunken state, her sorrow really tugged at his heartstrings. jiwoong shakes his head at the absurdity of it all, but he can't help the little chuckle leaving his lips. )

heeey, there you are, lili. ... ( sighing softly. ) want me to get another one?

( he approaches, careful not to startle his friend with a gentle finger playfully poking her shoulder, hoping to coax a smile back onto her face somehow. there's a mix of concern and amusement on his tired visage, given the adorable state of the girl all pouty over ice cream, but above it all, it's late and she shouldn't be alone out here while drunk. his conscience doesn't allow him to leave his sight of her, so he's grabbing at her hand, making sure she doesn't run off. ) careful.

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'hides a bunch of snacks under the fold of my neck and runs