#jinwoon

{Sung Jinwoo/Reader}

《Scintilla: A tiny trace or spark of a specified quality or feeling.》

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Taking ahold of the situation, you grab Jinwoo by the scuff of his shirt, glaring harshly at the team placed in front of you. "Do you honestly think I'd let you get harassed by paparazzi?"

You scowl, gazing at the reporters as if they personally offend you, which they did...

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You decided to take Jinwoo on a date once both your schedules aligned. He readily agreed, waiting for you to pick him up at his apartment. You had gotten yourself ready, flowers in hand for his mother and treats for his younger sister. Jinwoo himself... Also flowers and chocolate!

Arriving to the door, you happily knock as Mrs. Sung opens the door, gasping at the lovely bouquet. Letting you in as she goes over to the kitchen to put them in a vase, you drop off the snacks on the table for the younger Sung as you wait on the couch. Tapping on your thighs as Mrs. Sung grabs a few refreshments and converse with you.

Yelling and a few crashes is heard in the other room Jinah rushes out into the front room, laughter filling around you as Mrs. Sung gasps. Jinwoo chases after his younger sister, begging for his shirt back as she ignores him. "That's what you get for stealing my snacks again!"

"I didn't know! Give that back! (Y/N) is going to be here in a-!"

"Ahem!"

Mrs. Sung smiles, a dangerous aura surrounding her as the two siblings pause their bickering. Slowly turning to their mother, before slowly backing into the hallway. Harsh whispers shared between them as Mrs. Sung chuckles at your rather happy smile.

"I take it that Jinwoo will be home by nine, yes?" "Yes of course!"

"Mom..." Jinwoo sighs, arriving to the scene quickly. Dressed in a blue cardigan and a simple black dress shirt and slacks, shoes matching the ensemble. 

His mother giggles as she grabs your cup, along with hers, going to the kitchen. 

The two of you leave soon after, sneakily yawning as you place a arm over his shoulder to his waist. Blinking at the cheesy move in broad daylight, he smirks, summoning a shadow soldier to do the same to you. You laugh, letting go of him as the soldier fades into his shadow.

Finding the nice restaurant, the two of you sit as the waiter asks for your drinks. All the while, you smile sweetly at the male sitting in front of you as he laughs, recalling a story of one of his dungeon raids.

Unaware of the audience (and mini generals) watching you two.

''Our queen loves you very much, look at her gaze. It doesn't leave you at all, sire."

"She had arrived three hours earlier! Bringing gifts for your family like a perfect suitor for your hand!"

Jinwoo sweats at the commentary, while appreciative. He didn't have the heart to tell the small shadow generals to leave. He smiles as you discuss about your day as he tries to pay attention. 

You on the other hand, noticed a few onlookers from other tables.

"Is that THEE Hunter Sung...?!"

"I wanna take a picture with him!"

That wasn't even counting the small paparazzi forming outside, their blinding lights from their phones and loud chatter from beyond the glass weren't WANTED!

You continue your story as the drinks arrive, pausing to sip and recall what the main point was. Becoming distracted by the insistent chatter, you hold in your scowl as you look at Jinwoo.

He himself wasn't fairing any better, his smile twitching as he grips his cup. 'Ah, I see where he get's THAT smile from...'

Taking ahold of the situation, you grab Jinwoo by the scuff of his shirt, glaring harshly at the team placed in front of you. "Do you honestly think I'd let you get harassed by paparazzi?"

Fed up, you pull out some cash for your bill, placing it down as you grab Jinwoo by his hand. Pulling him along as the two of you run out the building.

You scowl, gazing at the reporters as if they personally offend you, which they did...

"Jinwoo!" You pant as Jinwoo keeps pace worriedly. "Let's just go to my place and order take-out!" You shout, turning to gaze at him for his approval. The male nods determinedly, his bright giggles stirring you on to run faster to your destination.

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Omake: "His Highness future Queen is astounding! If not a queen, they would make a excellent soldier!" "How idiotic! They must be a general or better standing knight!"

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{Sung Jinwoo/Reader}

《Greenness: The quality or state of being simple and sincere.》

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A teddy bear cradled in your arms, you take a deep breath. Chocolates and roses in hand as you glance over at the time. Patiently waiting by the door you keep the coffee thermos strapped to your chest. Along with the other items in your grasp. 

Finally the door opens, lo and behold a tired-eyed Sung Jinwoo. Hair messy and posture sluggish, his attire, simple clothing sagged over his body. Hidden underneath the poor young man were dozens of bandages littered on his skin. Scrapes and cuts from former E-Rank raids. 

Praying that your heart won’t beat out of your chest like a saturday morning cartoon, you take a deep breath…

Then immediately release the air as you place your items down, engulfing the male tightly in your arms. The male squeaks in bashful embarrassment, while you pay no mind, caressing his messy locks. Sprinkling kisses all around his forehead as he does nothing but melt into your arms.

“I heard a yell, what's wrong-! Oh…” Jinah stopped in her tracks, an amused yet deadpan expression crossing her features. Mouth twitching in as she watches her older brother be smothered like a kitten. 

“At least have some decency..” She mutters, not upset, but not exactly thrilled that they were blocking her way out the door. At least her brother looked like he was having the time of his life.

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Treats and gifts placed on the kitchen counter, Jinwoo pours some water in an empty vase, carefully placing the red roses in. Sighing in relief for not being cut from the trimmed thorns.

“I brought some flowers for your mother too!” You call out to him as he places the vase down on the kitchen table. 

“You didn’t have too…” You shoot him a look. 

He sighs. “Thank you.” Jinwoo says sincerely, walking over to your side as your hands rest on his palms. Tracing the few bits of skin that weren’t wrapped in bandages.

Hiding your frown with a shrug, “you know Jinwoo… We could always try looking for a more…Careful job?” You offer, gazing straight at him. Patiently waiting for his reply as his brows furrow and lip downturned. While it was a cute look, you knew it wasn’t a happy expression.  

“We both know it’s not that simple.” “But we can try?” You reiterate. Jinwoo looks away, not wishing to argue. You bite your tongue so you won’t say something you’ll regret.

You knew Jinwoo was stubborn, not because he wanted to be. But HAD too. His world was tuff, of course he doesn’t want to go into dungeons. Jinwoo didn’t want to end up in the hospital every time he got hurt. He wants to provide money for his mother’s treatments and the best schooling for his sister.

Yet that took money, so dungeons and odd jobs were his best bet.

You knew he would grow and become stronger for not only their sakes, but his own.

But… Until that time comes, you can’t help but selfishly deter him from his path. With every small chance you’re able to get. Almost determined to deny his destiny to become the Shadow Monarch or, the strongest Hunter in the world of SL. 

Believing that maybe it was the best option you had. Instead, maybe the two could find a well paying job? He could relax, the bruises and cuts etched into his skin could fad, no longer seeing that hopeless smile whenever a bill came in. That defeated look on his face after each time he woke up from the hospital disappear.

Each attempt thwarted by the story's pen, you ignore the feelings of disappointment and go along with the day. Washed away by the smile on Jinwoo's face when you held him in your arms. Fruitlessly wishing to keep him there longer.

“Well, c’mon Jinwoo! I don’t wanna’ keep your mother waiting! As her future in-law, I have to present myself accordingly!” You say with sincerity, as Jinwoo follows after. Laughing as you roll your eyes at his oblivious self.

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While your affections for the E-Rank Hunter were clear as glass. He remains blissfully unaware. Chalking up each date to a “hang-out”.

“You wanna’ go to the park together? Oh, sure!”

Believing a romantic picnic date in front of a sunset to be, “just getting dinner with a friend.”

Or gifts?

“Thanks, but you didn’t have too. I’m no longer hospitalized..”

Pity gifts, you MUST have forgotten to give him while he was in the hospital.

Finally asking permission from Jinah to date Jinwoo while IN FRONT OF HIM!

“That’s really sweet that you asked Jinah to have permission to be friends with me…”

Jinah shoots a glance at your exasperated look. Dolled up in your nicest clothes, with gifts for her and him. Even the younger Sung looked done with her brother's guilelessness.

No matter how many times you try to explain, he brushes it off. Not because he wanted to reject you, he just chalks it up to your affectionate nature for him. WHICH WAS FOR HIM! You curse the pen for writing him to not recognize your genuine gestures of infatuation.

Not giving up, you choose to be a little subtle about your attempts to win his heart rather than bluntly telling him. Seeing that it wasn’t working.

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“Something’s different about Jinwoo…” You mumble, playing off to obliviousness as Jinah gawks at you. 

“You just realized now!?” 

You nod, patting down your apron as you glance at the time of the stove. Waiting to take out the desired item as Jinah listens to your words. “He got a new shirt! It looks really nice on him!” You chirp as the younger Sung groans.

“You two are so DENSE! AUGHHH!” She huffs. “As someone who’s been pining after him for, I dunno… Forever! You’re just clueless as him!” The poor girl whines, pinching her nose in annoyance. 

“A match made in h-” “Jinah! Language!” Jinwoo chastises as he walks into the room, arms crossed with a stern look.

You watch the two siblings bicker as you glance back at the stove. 

Of course I noticed, he’s finally on the right track. 

You smile, ignoring the sound of the timer ringing as you turn to Jinwoo.

“S…Sorry. I think I might’ve been a bit charred.” You laugh, gazing distantly at the screen in front of Jinwoo. Watching it close as Jinwoo laughs with you, “It’s okay, I’m sure it’s still delicious.” 

“Yeah.”

“If not, there’s new restaurant that opened up near by!” Jinah pipes up coyly. Pushing you further to Jinwoo as she throws a cheesy grin at her brother. While she was sick of the pinning the two of exhibited. Jonah at least didn’t want her brother to lose!

“Fine, will get take out.” Jinwoo relents, grabbing his keys once again as you follow after him out the door.

“Thanks!”  

The door closes shut as you cling to his side, the warm night air lingering on your clothes as he starts conversing about his day and vice-versa.

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Pausing in your steps, your eyes linger on the plush bear situated on the table, a vase of roses and chocolates placed nicely on the table. Bag of food in hand, you glance around the area for any signs of another presence. Finding none other than Jinwoo, you realize that Jinah must of left. 

“Jin-!”

“Jinah went to go get dinner with a friend. I was hoping… Maybe if it’s alright.. It can be just us tonight?”

Tossing the food on the table, you rush over to the couch. Eagerly patting the seat cushion next to you. 

Jinwoo takes slow steps over, regardless of his taller statue. Muscular massive frame, nicely trimmed hair. You grab him once he is finally seated. With the strength of ten S-Rank men, he doesn’t squeak of embarrassment.

Rather, he indulges without any once of shame as sprinkles of kisses shower all over his face.

Silent tears fall from your eyes, letting them fall away into his dark tresses. For a moment, Jinwoo stills, eyes fluttering shut. Not wishing to see your tears, even with his new found confidence. He couldn’t bear to see you weep for him.

Why cry for him? He’s finally found success; he could follow through with his goals! So why cry?

Jinwoo bites his tongue. 

Ceasing your kisses, the male frowns. Opening up his eyes to a cheerful face. Tears wiped away as if he merely imagined it. 

Arms slowly falling back to your sides, Jinwoo grabs hold of them. Tracing your palms, the texture was familiar to him. Grinning softly, the smell of chocolate lingers in the air as the roses by the table start to wilt.

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Omake: 

(Y/N): "Here’s my proposal, I give you love and affection and you get kisses and we can work out the finer details."

*Jinwoo, sitting on the couch as you hold a wedding ring.* “... Counter proposal.” *Holds out wedding ring too*

(Y/N): “I see your point. But counter-counter proposal-”

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Notes:

So, I wrote this in mind of a silly romcom kinda thing!

I also wanted to try and explore more Jinwoo before his Re-Awakening arc. I hope I did well enough. I’ve been watching a bit solo leveling so I hope I characterized him well enough? 

In the beginning, Jinwoo has some really bad self-esteem. I mean c’mon! He is belittled for being the weakest hunter! So when hearing genuine praise, I don’t see him as someone who accepts outright. He is downplaying his achievement because he sees himself as weak still. But after his Re-Awakening,

(Y/N) still sees Jinwoo before his awakening because there have been times where yeah, he gets the crap beat out of him for being a bit too cocky. Yet even with his newfound strength he’s still in a story that gives him “problems to solve.” And he knows that! He has to keep leveling up. I tried to write some parallels to the two cause I thought it’d be fun. 

I also just love the trope of idiots in love, theres a lot to work with! Also, I know some readers just wanna give lonely jinwoo affection! I see yall!