“Annyeong Emi-ssi.”

You set down one of the antiques in the shop and turned around to be greeted by a familiar face.

“Oh Jongup-ssi,” you greeted with a smile. “Annyeong~”

“How’s your day so far?” Jongup kindly asked as lightly leaned on the front countertop.

“Not bad so far,” you answered. “Business is still the same as ever.”

Business has been the same as ever. An antique business aren’t usually busy, but it still able to make enough money to get by the day. You were happy that you were able to find some rare antiques that were worth selling. If you didn’t, Jongup wouldn’t have been purchasing items regularly.

“Are you picking up an item for your dad?” you asked him. He nodded.

“Yeah, dad wanted me to pick up the item he ordered earlier,” he answered.

“Okay, let me get the item for you,” you told him before skipping to the back and into the holding storage where the pre-ordered items were placed in the box and ready to be sealed after getting visual confirmation from the customer that you got the right item. You scanned through the selves before exclaiming happily and reaching for the medium box. As you pulled the item from the shelf, you couldn’t help but let out a little grunt from the weight of the box. Usually, you would have Yongguk come out to help you on this task, but you had already sent him off on a task of bring several things home to your mom for Zelo.

Zelo has been having a hard time controlling his shifting abilities as he was only able to shift for a certain amount of time before shifting back to an alternate form. After trying to think of various solutions, you decided it would be best for Zelo to move to your family house and enroll him into school so he would learn to try and maintain control over his shifting among humans. You mother was quite reluctant about letting Zelo move in, but after a few proposal and reminder of what your grandmother had said, she agreed to have Zelo stay at your family house. What was quite funny was that after a week, your mother has already grown fond of Zelo and seem to adore him more than you (sadly to say).

“Here’s… your… item...” you managed to say as you slowly carried the box out to the front. As you were about to set the item onto the countertop, you started to lose your balance, about to fall backwards. As you were expecting the impact of the hard wood floor, you were surprise to fall back onto something warm.

“The moment I step out, you get yourself into trouble,” you heard. You looked up behind you to be greeted at the sight of Yongguk as he caught you just in time before you fell.

“Thank you,” as you giggled in embarrassment. Yongguk took the box from your hand and placed it onto the countertop for you.

“Here and go,” Yongguk said in a rude tone. You sighed as Yongguk was being himself again with the male customers. You nudged his waist as a warning for him to behave himself in front of the customers, which he replied with a reluctant grunt.

“Is this the item your father ordered?” you asked Jongup as you opened the box up clearly for him to see the item. Jongup peered into the box and smiled.

“Yep,” he said as he shined his innocent smile to you. You couldn’t help but blush a little and mentally fangirl as Jongup was just adorable. You wanted to just hug him, but you knew if you did, Yongguk would either: one, murder the poor innocent boy; two, start an argument; or three… have hot with you reminding you that he’s the only way that can make you feel ually satisfied. You peered over at Yongguk a quick moment and decided that he would go with option number four… all of the above.

“Here you go,” you said as you taped the box closed and pushing it towards Jongup. “All ready.”

“Thank you Emi-ssi,” he bowed giving you that irresistible innocent smile. He picked up the box and head towards the door. You rushed over and pulled the door open for him as you knew he wouldn’t be able to open it.

“Ah, thank you again,” Jongup thanked as he gave you a nod.

“You’re welcome,” you said with a sweet smile. “Come again soon.”

As he walked away from the shop, you gave him a wave good-bye before heading back towards the counter. You spotted Yongguk grumbling and pouting as he didn’t enjoy the sight of you being sweet with another guy. You giggled at the adorable sight and skipped towards him.

“What’s with the adorable pouty face?” you cooed as you hugged his arm.

“I don’t get why you have to be so sweet to that punk,” he mumbled. You entwine your hands into his and brought his hand to your lips to give it a kiss.

“I’m only being sweet because it’s business,” you told him. “Besides I only love you.”

He glanced at you with curiosity.

“Really?” Yongguk asked. You giggled as you wondered when he suddenly became insecure all of a sudden. You stood on your tip toe to give him a sweet loving kiss on his lips.

“Really…” you answered. He smiled and leaned into give you another kiss. He pulled away and lightly pressed his forehead against yours.

“Now that I think of it…” you began. “You seem to be ruder with this guy than the others… how come?”

After giving him a lecture before about not being rude to the male customers when you two began dating, he was able to control his action a little more, but whenever Jongup stopped by, he seemed to revert back to his rude aggressive self again. Yongguk pulled you towards him and wrapped his arms around your waist lovingly.

“I don’t know…” he began as he perched his chin on your shoulder. “Something about him just irks me a little whenever he’s around you.”

You leaned your head on his as you wondered what Jongup had that would make Yongguk act the way he did. Maybe something was different Jongup…

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Sorry for the delay again~

I have been getting distracted lately...

*coughinfinitecough*

The distraction has been steering me away from this update...

Plus school started not too long ago and a small writer's block

I have been debating whether or not to start this Jong up story arc but after seeing this gif:

i was like "oh ho ho, i should start on this Jongup arc"

SO HERE'S JONGUP!!!!

Jongup-ah... You shouldn't be showing your glorious body like that because noona might start having certain... thoughts... (if you know what i mean ;3)