In Jisoo's geophysics class, there's a slacker that always sits next to her. And even though he's always borrowed her notes, she can't find it in herself to be mad because it's her floorball captain, Choi Seungcheol. Who generally, and genuinely likes cute, kind and small things, despite being the ringleader of Adorable s - Mingyu, Wonwoo, Junhui, Jeonghan, Joshua and himself; and sometimes, Myungeun. And she's quoting him word for word.

"Why'd you call them Adorable s?"

Seungcheol smiles lazily, stretching his legs out onto the empty chair in front of him. The professor gives him a dirty look. "Because they are. We're ed up, and I'll admit it."

Aside from hanging out with Seungcheol, she's never really talked to any of them. Especially Joshua. Heck, even Junhui hit on her once, and Joshua's still not-so-secretly avoiding her. It's been months, but Jisoo's only picked up and pieced together an impression from hearsay.

"I don't get it. Are you guys like the F4 of SNU?"

He laughs. It's a hollow chuckle, that's almost sheepish. "Except we aren't flower boys. You don't go out much, do you, Jisoo?"

"Not really. I'm always practicing, Cap. You're the reason i'm trapped in the floorball court on Friday nights."

"You're pretty good already. Just not better than me," Seungcheol teases, and Jisoo threatens to cut the supply of theology and geophysics notes. 

"I don't know why, but Jisoo you're like, pure?" Seungcheol muses as they're wrapping up the lecture. "And i think it's a good thing that you don't keep up with gossip."

"Me? Pure?" she laughs. Of all people, she doesn't expect rich public relation expert, borderline bad-boy Seungcheol to say it. "I mean, juicy gossip is always great, you know? I just don't have time. I'm a sinner in the eyes of Jesus anyway. We're all horrible."

"Nah, you're good. By the way, how do you know Josh?"

If Joshua doesn't want anything to do with her, it's probably for a reason. "Uh, just an acquaintance from long ago. Almost forgot his face," she says, like it's nothing. She's not selling him out because she cares, but because it's not really her business to do so.

"Really?" he marvels. "Because while i at reading, i don't at reading people. And he gets literally spooked every time he sees you. And Joshua's the kind of guy who'd sweet-talk the most intimidating disciple faculty head into compliance."

"He...is?"

"Yeah, i'm just as puzzled. Why would anyone be scared of weak puppy Seo Jisoo?"

She glares. It doesn't work on Seungcheol probably because he's an actual German Shepherd puppy. That's what he is.

"So you don't know why he avoids me either?"

"Nope. It's weird. Remember the first theology lecture, and you talked to him? He was so scared and shy and if i didn't laugh i'd feel alarmed."

Myungeun joins them outside when lecture ends. She's her high school friend, and she's simultaneously in Seungcheol's Adorable s clique.

"Maybe he likes you, " Myungeun suggests jokingly.

"Who?" Seungcheol pipes. "Joshua? Nah. He's like the lowkey version of Mingyu, but instead of breaking hearts he's just there for the casual , you know?"

Jisoo's eyes widen. "Really?"

Myungeun chuckles and shakes her head. "You didn't know?"

Jisoo strains a smile.

"I guess I'm learning."

They find Wonwoo, Jeonghan, Jun  and Joshua at the cafeteria. Mingyu's a few tables away, chatting with hot female seniors. Joshua's smile dies on his lips when he sees Jisoo with Seungcheol and Myungeun, his whole face paling.

God, what did Jisoo ever do to him to warrant such a reaction.

Joshua excuses himself to the bathroom discreetly, except it isn't when Jeonghan calls after him, "YOU'RE PULLING THIS AGAIN, GOD."

"Sorry, Joshua always pulls this when he sees you around," Seungcheol explains. 

"Yeah, i notice."

Junhui's eyes light up."Seungcheol, you brought this chick here?"

"He's my floorball Cap'."

"Oh really? You're really cute, i thought Seungcheol would have banged you already."

"This isn't really the time, Junhui," Myungeun chides. Wonwoo has a hand slung over her, smirking in amusement at the situation. "Jisoo isn't really that type."

Jeonghan nods in agreement. "How could you torment her on her first meeting? Although, yeah Jisoo you have nice legs."

"Except it isn't our first meeting. Remember when we met at Mijoo's dance recital? You were hot that day too-"

Jisoo, meanwhile, blanches. She feels her skin crawling, cheeks burning, and it's pretty unsettling. Joshua Hong is still missing in action.

Seungcheol looks on worryingly. "I think you should go now," he whispers into her ear. "Mijoo and Jiyeon are calling you over to eat lunch over there."

She shoots him an appreciative smile and darts away after patting him on the back as a thank-you gesture. 

Alrighty then. That was gross. 

Joshua walks back to the cafeteria only to hear Junhui hitting on Jisoo, and Seungcheol-hyung breathing down (?Kissing? Talking to?) Jisoo's neck.

Holy , since when were they close? 

Jisoo disappears to the corner of the cafeteria when he makes his way to the table. "What did you guys talk to her about?" he asks warily.

"Stuff. She's not so bad. Why do you always run away when she's around?" Jeonghan asks as he spoon-feeds Joshua with samgyetang.

"I don't!"

"You totally do," Seungcheol laughs. .

"I just. I don't like her, alright?" he grits. Let's keep things casual, oh my god.

"Or maybe, you actually like her," Wonwoo tries.

Myungeun high-fives him, doubling over with laughter. "That's what i said just now, holy ."

Wonwoo smiles smugly, "Great minds think alike." Wonwoo's eyes linger over Myungeun's for just a little longer than he should.

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