milk tea

04:00

Her mid-length silver hair was straight with two hair clips that kept her bangs at the side. A cream bandeau crop top with straps and straight wide-leg pants that matched her top was her decided outfit.

"For accessories," she muttered as her hand hovered over her small collection. The pieces that captured her eyes were her luxury accessories. Contemplating, her hand went to grab the less pricey accessories. "Yuta knows a lot, so I guess I'll trust him."

It was a good opportunity for her to get some fresh air. Ever since her injury, she wasn't able to go outside. The base gave her a stuffy feeling, so it ended up with her craving to go out. It was all for her good anyway as she needed to rest for the past half month.

Knock knock.

"Don't come in if your name is Na Jaemin."

The door opened which made Serene turn to see the person. She initially thought it would be Jaemin who didn't usually listen to her. Unexpectedly, she met the eyes of the boy who wore white lenses.

"Shotaro?" Serene asked and tilted her head. Confusion filled her. "What are you doing here?"

Without responding to her question, Shotaro handed over a pen and a bottle of pepper spray. He stood quietly, staring at Serene. Before speaking, he took a deep breath in.

"It's not safe to bring a gun or knife with you. Just in case something happens on your date, use these two alternatives," Shotaro pointed at the two items that were in the hands of the girl. "Your face isn't as well-known in this industry, but Jaemin is a walking time bomb."

"How is a pen supposed to help me? Stab their eyes?"

"Open it, charms," he instructed to which the girl followed.

Pulling the cap off, the sharp blade was revealed. It was thin and small, but it was sharp. Placing the cap back on, she hid it in the pocket of her pants along with the spray bottle.

"Thanks, it may come in handy," Serene thanked. It had slipped her mind the possibilities of getting ambushed during the friendly date with Jaemin. Her thoughts that consisted mostly about the other members' reaction to the date had clouded her mind. "...Why did you make time to do this?"

"Because you're my friend," he simply answered. He pursed his lips during the short silence. "That's why."

"Ah. I appreciate it."

"You should go out to see Jaemin," Shotaro mentioned as he pointed to the door. He then placed the same hand on his nape. "He might be waiting for you."

"Oh, yeah," Serene, who had forgotten about leaving the room for a second, responded. She double-checked her things before heading to the door. "Thanks again, Ghostie!"

The door closed before he could wave his hand to bid her farewell. His hand laid yet again on his nape while he sat down on the bed that belonged to Yuta. He buried his face in the palms of his hands.