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[ A flicker of lights, then a gentle sound outside the door of the bookstore - in the brief interval of Zen passing by the indoor cafe, conveying recognition with a call of Jaehee's name, they were presented with an obstacle: a barbaric wall of snow huddled against the electric sliding doors. Unfortunately, said doors repelled from the other, dusty snow and the unpleasant breeze tumbling into the building. ]
... I'm going to be left behind at this rate. [ Not that grabbing a taxi wasn't a possibility. But, he was looking forward to it - the spontaneous purchase of compiled short stories that were supposed to accompany him on his metro-ride home. However - ]
I shouldn't complain. Knowing that jerk, the weather isn't enough to give his only assistant a break. [ Tucking his novel into the pocket of his coat, he approaches the Final Boss From Hell, offering the 'wall' a imprint of his hand afterward, testing out how sturdy it is (it wasn't, thankfully). ]
Jaehee, want to try something out with me? I can't promise that it'll be fun, but it'll totally be a win/win outcome! You'll trust me, right? [ An attempt to lighten the mood with the RFA member he feels the most distant towards.......... ]
Edited (forgot the subject line smh) 2016-12-27 03:57 (UTC)
[ what jaehee had thought would be a simple errand of picking up cat food is quickly turning into more trouble than she initially expected. she didn't exactly prepared to be snowed in upon leaving the office, and she is glad that she at least had the foresight to switch out her heels before heading out. she's also glad that she isn't the only one stuck here with the wall of snow, even though guilt plagues her for troubling zen in the first place. ]
Of course, [ that's said without hesitation, and it even surprises her for a moment after saying it. she doesn't take it back, however. ] What did you have in mind?
[ Caught off guard - at least for a moment. He was an actor, but off stage, Zen's emotions were always worn on his face; wide eyes, slackened smile, he was the obvious recipient of a pleasant surprise. But, it was the boost of confidence required to motivate him a tad. ]
I'm going to bulldoze through the snow! All you have to do is follow close behind. I know it sounds crazy, but there has to be an end to that thing, right?
[ the impulse to feel embarrassed by that admission is quickly pushed aside once zen reveals his ingenious plan. though her distress and incredulity only show on her face through her frown, she's quick to try to dissuade him. ]
It sounds very crazy. I don't think it's a safe idea?
[ it was honestly not meant to come out as a question but jaehee is still trying to wrap her mind around the idea that he wants to literally bulldoze through the snow with his bare hands. ]
There must be another way out. You have a show coming up soon, don't you? You shouldn't overexert yourself more than necessary.
Rather than my show, the longer you're stuck here, the more affected you'll be, right? You barely get any sleep to begin with.
[ Alien, really: someone of Jaehee's prestige, offering even a smidgen of consideration towards a struggling performer like him. Zen tucks in the uprising gratitude, wrapped it in the knowledge that if it weren't for the RFA, their coordinator, a somewhat flippant interaction over the cold-blanched obstruction wouldn't have come into fruition. ]
Besides, this place is pretty huge... It took me awhile to find the bookstore, too.
[ Didn't seem to be budging from his suggested saving grace for the situation. But, he wasn't going to force her to comply, either; Zen doesn't move from where he continued to stand, anticipating consent - or another refusal. He'll live either way. ]
[ sleepless nights aside (when was the last time she actually got a good night's rest? she doesn't remember), the fatigue hasn't raised its head yet. maybe it's the fact that she actually had a chance to leave the office, or maybe it's because of seeing zen in person rather than in the chatroom. jaehee's days usually revolve around the office, her apartment, and jumin; it's not often she gets to see or spend time with anyone else. it's that thought that leads to the realization that she isn't really in much of a hurry to wade through the snow.
but the last thing she wants is to inconvenience zen, who likely has more important things to do than accompany her on mundane errands. jaehee takes what she can get. ]
If you insist on braving the snow, then please allow me to assist you. [ if he thought she would leave the bulldozing to him, he thought wrong. ] Maybe a shovel might make things easier, if we can find one.
[ Zen offers a complying hum in response - outwardly confident, inwardly meek, muffling out the rest of his worries like a reminder as to who he was speaking with. His fingers drummed against his recent purchase, an unconscious distraction and a means to keep a part of him busy, temporarily lured away from his steadily congesting thoughts.
In jest, Zen raises his book, a beat or two after the word 'shovel'. ]
I think we have a volunteer.
[ Hard cover, wrapped air-tight in plastic - it's plausible! Except not really, and he knew that. They needed something sturdier, reliable in size - and maybe he should cut back on his jokes, abide by her suggestions than to divert. After all, she probably had enough of that with her boss - rarely, if ever, listening to her protests, going about life without any regard to how she may feel. ]
But, I shouldn't have a lady participate in any dirty work. Looking around for a detour is way more harmless. Pretty sure I saw another way out near one of the escalators...
[ He begins to walk forward, leading the way, though he wasn't arrogant enough to make-believe that anyone would follow after. So, Zen risks a glance over his shoulder - just to make sure she's still around. ]
You know, if it was anyone else, I bet it would be really easy to get distracted and confused. Being snowed in with you makes things seem less stressful. I bet everyone in the RFA would agree.
[ Filling in the creeping silence with conversation - he was genuine with his praise, but still. ]
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jaehee ; let me know if i ought to change anything!
... I'm going to be left behind at this rate. [ Not that grabbing a taxi wasn't a possibility. But, he was looking forward to it - the spontaneous purchase of compiled short stories that were supposed to accompany him on his metro-ride home. However - ]
I shouldn't complain. Knowing that jerk, the weather isn't enough to give his only assistant a break. [ Tucking his novel into the pocket of his coat, he approaches the Final Boss From Hell, offering the 'wall' a imprint of his hand afterward, testing out how sturdy it is (it wasn't, thankfully). ]
Jaehee, want to try something out with me? I can't promise that it'll be fun, but it'll totally be a win/win outcome! You'll trust me, right? [ An attempt to lighten the mood with the RFA member he feels the most distant towards.......... ]
looks good to me!
Of course, [ that's said without hesitation, and it even surprises her for a moment after saying it. she doesn't take it back, however. ] What did you have in mind?
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I'm going to bulldoze through the snow! All you have to do is follow close behind. I know it sounds crazy, but there has to be an end to that thing, right?
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It sounds very crazy. I don't think it's a safe idea?
[ it was honestly not meant to come out as a question but jaehee is still trying to wrap her mind around the idea that he wants to literally bulldoze through the snow with his bare hands. ]
There must be another way out. You have a show coming up soon, don't you? You shouldn't overexert yourself more than necessary.
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[ Alien, really: someone of Jaehee's prestige, offering even a smidgen of consideration towards a struggling performer like him. Zen tucks in the uprising gratitude, wrapped it in the knowledge that if it weren't for the RFA, their coordinator, a somewhat flippant interaction over the cold-blanched obstruction wouldn't have come into fruition. ]
Besides, this place is pretty huge... It took me awhile to find the bookstore, too.
[ Didn't seem to be budging from his suggested saving grace for the situation. But, he wasn't going to force her to comply, either; Zen doesn't move from where he continued to stand, anticipating consent - or another refusal. He'll live either way. ]
sorry for the delay!!
[ sleepless nights aside (when was the last time she actually got a good night's rest? she doesn't remember), the fatigue hasn't raised its head yet. maybe it's the fact that she actually had a chance to leave the office, or maybe it's because of seeing zen in person rather than in the chatroom. jaehee's days usually revolve around the office, her apartment, and jumin; it's not often she gets to see or spend time with anyone else. it's that thought that leads to the realization that she isn't really in much of a hurry to wade through the snow.
but the last thing she wants is to inconvenience zen, who likely has more important things to do than accompany her on mundane errands. jaehee takes what she can get. ]
If you insist on braving the snow, then please allow me to assist you. [ if he thought she would leave the bulldozing to him, he thought wrong. ] Maybe a shovel might make things easier, if we can find one.
no worries! you're good!!
In jest, Zen raises his book, a beat or two after the word 'shovel'. ]
I think we have a volunteer.
[ Hard cover, wrapped air-tight in plastic - it's plausible! Except not really, and he knew that. They needed something sturdier, reliable in size - and maybe he should cut back on his jokes, abide by her suggestions than to divert. After all, she probably had enough of that with her boss - rarely, if ever, listening to her protests, going about life without any regard to how she may feel. ]
But, I shouldn't have a lady participate in any dirty work. Looking around for a detour is way more harmless. Pretty sure I saw another way out near one of the escalators...
[ He begins to walk forward, leading the way, though he wasn't arrogant enough to make-believe that anyone would follow after. So, Zen risks a glance over his shoulder - just to make sure she's still around. ]
You know, if it was anyone else, I bet it would be really easy to get distracted and confused. Being snowed in with you makes things seem less stressful. I bet everyone in the RFA would agree.
[ Filling in the creeping silence with conversation - he was genuine with his praise, but still. ]