empire rising.

✿     [*—   as soon as she heard the voice, she nearly dropped the bag of food. she had half expected it to be andy or luke to answer the door, at most casper or even dye. but not once had devon being the one to answer it cross her mind. yet, here he was looking like he was about to go into shock. thought her face was threatening to turn the same shade as her hair. but, thinking quick on her toes, she managed to hopefully turn the subject into something that wouldn’t be quite so obvious.] Yes, Crush. Like the turtle from Nemo. You act like him sometimes, I think it’s funny. Definitely not a bad thing.   [*—   that was probably the quickest lie she’d ever told in her life, but she hoped that it would get her off the hook for even a little bit. shifting on her feet, she tilted her head, looking up at the male with a raised eyebrow.] So…can I come in or should I take this back to my dorm? Because, I know the girls and I could devour it all on our own.

(` a turtle, of course. yeah, he had just misheard her in his groggy state. it made more sense then what he originally though-- there'd be no way she'd be interested in him like that. the thought kind of deflating whatever hopeful bubble had formed and his features sagged back into the tired state they'd been in. ) Right. Yeah, come in-- uh, I'm probably contagious, though, just a heads up. (` he sniffed and stepped to the side, wishing he'd known she was coming so he couldn't tried to appear decent. ) The guys are in here somewhere... (` he trailed off a bit, lips pinching together-- figuring she was probably here for one of them anyway. with a light groan, he brushed back his hair and shuffled over to the sofa once more, plopping down and sinking into the cushions. ) Smells good.

wdevuo​ ✿ wants some strawberry milk !!

✿     [*—   as of lately, it wasn’t often that the redhead had time to herself.  the preparations for sugar’s debut had taken all of her time, from perfecting their choreography to watching the finishing touches put on their music video. but, for once, she found that she had an evening free of schedules and the other girls were busy with their own thing (they had a habit of spending their free time doing their own things on their free evenings. so, blossom took that as an opportunity for her to go and visit someone in particular. his dorm wasn’t too far from her own and she chose to walk, stopping by to pick up food for them (and the rest of his group) on her way there. happily skipping up the front steps to his dorm, bags of food in one hand as she knocked on the door with the other. rocking back and forth on her heels slightly, she waited for one of the boys to answer the door, expecting it to be one of the members (certainly not devon, though). when it opened before she even saw who it was, blossom was holding up the bag of food with a bright smile on her face.] I come with food in hopes that I can see my crush Devon!

(` he should have been practicing, he should have been memorizing lines, he should have been studying japanese. he wasn't going to do any of those things. for the past couple of weeks, the maknae had been feeling under the weather. at first, he chose to simply ignore the weariness in his limbs and the soreness of his throat. these things will pass, he said. it's just stress, he also said. what it boiled down to was a combination of stress, lack of sleep, and unhealthy eating habits resulting in him coming down with a cold. the others were adament that he rest and he neglected to tell them that he'd had a few fainting spells (but andy had a way of finding out information in the strangest of ways). needless to say, he'd been made to stay in the dorm with threat of bodily harm if he disobeyed. so that's where he was when the knock sounded, resting carelessly on the sofa. ) ... They wouldn't knock. (` voice thick and eyes weary, he pulled himself from the couch and stumbled to the door-- surprised to see familiar red hair greeting him but shocked at the words that left her lips. ) ... Wait, what? (` had he heared correctly-- did she just say crush? )

♛     Well, I mean– If it makes you feel like it is and you’re uncomfortable, then by all means, don’t change on my behalf. I was just trying to make it easy for you. [ `she raises an eyebrow, taking note of his actions; ] You okay?

(` waves his hands quickly while simultaneously shaking his head. ) No! I'm not uncomfortable! The language... it's still so difficult me. (` he tucks his tongue over his teeth and beneath his top lip momentarily. ) Can we just... speak in English? (` offers a small, sheepish smile and prayed that she didn't think he was some weirdo. )

✿     [*—   leading the way out the building, she instinctively reached her arm back to grab hold on his sleeve and tugging him along with her. it was much easier for her to lead than tell or else she’d probably confuse herself and lose all sense of direction in the process. once they had made their way from the building and onto the sidewalk, she let go of him and lifted her gaze to look up at him.] Are you always so quiet? Not that I mind, it’s just different. At least, compared to your members. I’m sure Andy talks a mile a minute sometimes and Luke… He has a habit of using every curse word under the sun. But you, you’re always so mellow. It’s nice, I probably talk too much for you. Sorry about that, I have a habit of asking a lot of questions.  [*—   rounding a corner, she pointed to a small little restaurant not too far off on the left.] Oh, there it is!

(` he wasn't really certain what to say to her at this point and tried to settle into comfortable silence instead. however, anyone that knew blossom knew that wouldn't be the case. a small twitch of his lips was the only indication of amusement as he watched her speak at the speed of light-- an exaggeration, of course (or not). it almost caught him off guard the moment she did stop speaking, not really certain of how to form his words to reply. ) Ah... quiet? I suppose so... ? (` reaching up, he brushed back dark locks and dropped his gaze to the ground instead, watching his feet as they moved. ) Andy talks too much, I don't like it. (` the bridge of his nose wrinkled before he suddenly realized how she might have taken offense to that. ) But... I don't mind listening to you. His voice is too rough, yours is very pleasant-- (` if he had anything else to say then it was cut off by their abrupt arrival to the little restaurant and he set his attention on it instead. ) Cute. (` he took a step ahead of her and grabbed the door handle to tug it open. )

✿     [*—  it took a few seconds for it to register that he had agreed to go with her, but when it did she couldn’t help but suppress a squeal. in typical blossom fashion, she took hold of his hand, dragging him along after as she quickly made her way towards the steps that led to the building’s exit. however, once they made it down the first flight, it was then that she realized that they weren’t close enough for that and she immediately let go of his hand, her tan features flushing momentarily. luckily her back was to him, so she didn’t have to feel embarrassment over the matter as she made her way down the final steps two at a time. looking over her shoulder at him, she couldn’t help but laugh, wrinkling her nose.] Why are you taking so long? C’mon! I’m hungry and at this rate, I’ll leave you far behind.

(` his eyes began to widen when she took his hand in hers and was almost unable to react. feet didn't seem to cooperate with his brain anymore and he almost tripped over them trying to keep up with her. what was this feeling? there was a warmth in the pit of his belly and he could feel the burning in his cheeks. don't turn around, don't turn around. ) what? (` he asked a bit dumbly and then stiffened when she finally did turn to look at him, unaware of the distance that had been put between the two-- and missing the warmth of her hand in his. ) yeah, right. uh... (` takes the stairs two at a time easily and plants himself firmly on the floor. ) which way? (` he asked in a soft tone, feeling himself calming down as he looked at her once more. )

✿     [*—  the girl blinked at the male, as always, confused by his lack of words and habit of seeming disinterested. sure, andy had mentioned plenty of times that it was just how devon was, but even still, it was almost off putting. as though she was a nuisance to him. nonetheless, she quickly smiled, tilting her head to the side as she looked up at him. her search for bubbles could be put on hold momentarily, right? they did live together after all. leaning back on the heels of her shoes, she looked up at him, deciding to take a leap of faith.] Don’t sound so excited. Would you like to eat with me? It’s alright if you don’t. But, I do really want company. I was thinking of going to the place not too far from here, the one with the really good bulgogi takeout. Want to come?

(` she talked so much and he couldn't help but blink dumbly at her for a moment. do all girls talk this much? even still, he wanted to think of something to say-- anything at all to keep him from looking like an idiot. as he stood there, just staring at her, and sorting through his thoughts, he almost missed her question. it took him by surprise, honestly confused as to why she would even want his company at all. ) yes! (` instantly, the pale skin of his neck began to flush all the way up to his ears-- one moment he was the picture of cool and then he was unable to contain himself the next. smooth, devon, real smooth. ) yeah, that sounds cool. um... lead the way?