Random Oneshots Pt. 2

Pepper x M. Reader: {Nosy} [F]

Context: You and Pepper are dating, and Thame has recently found that out - the group has.. somewhat known for a little bit about his ring. And they investigate quietly..

POV: 2nd Person

  Pepper doesn't think he has a place in Mars anymore, especially now that he has you. A boyfriend. A partner. This won't take well to the press, and definitely not to their fans. Whatever it may be, you're famous, too. But being a man doesn't make it easy. In fact, this may make things even worse.

  He told Thame, and no doubt the rest of their team knows. But he's not here to really think about it, instead, he's at your place, wearing your clothes, and getting ready for a date. He knows they'll pry, but not this soon. Still.. probably safe.

  Giving him a chaste kiss on the lips - and earning a very shy slap on the shoulder - you make your way out the door. The place is quaint with not many people. Especially not with how it's been with your growing popularity.

  The ring on your finger glints into the sunlight when you reach for the steering wheel, moving onto the next place - just some park near the team house. It's quiet here, too. The residents here don't go outside as much, and they have places to be. Pepper sits on a swing, idly moving back and forth on it, while he complains to you about the sleeping arrangement they had back when they were trainees.

  Ice cream trucks don't usually wander around their streets, but you guess it was because today was a lucky day. Blessed by the way that he's out with you on a perfect one like this. "Do you want some?" The melody of the truck is alluring, and of course, he smiles and goes along.

  "One ice pop, thank you. And a vanilla scoop for me." You pull out your wallet, paying for the two. It's an enjoyable date, and you don't see each other again until a week later.

  You came into the building to have a meeting with an idol for some interview - as an emcee - and you have to take time for your beloved. Whenever the chance is given, you take it with both hands.

  "Teerak~" You lean down, kissing the crown of his head, which earns a giggle. The both of you hid behind a vending machine in a little corner, because Pepper is still on schedule with Mars in a photoshoot.

  "Don't mess up my hair, or she'll scold me again." The man huffs and puffs, but there's truly no heat, looking up at you with constellations in his eyes through glasses that fit him like anything. Honestly, he could be wearing the most ridiculous outfit, and you'd think he looks good. Too in love to think about anything else.

  "Per, are you coming?" There's Nano in the distance, and you push apart, but the male does come stalking through, and find you. "Ah, P'N/M! You're here? Do you wanna watch our shoot? Of course, if you're free."

  You have no reason to decline, and so you nod. As Nano turns around, you pat Pepper's plump behind, making him squeak with an embarrassed blush before running off. "Wait for me, na~"

  The outfits don't seem to be strict, because Jun sneaks a glance at Pepper's ring, the silver band clinging onto his finger like a second skin. Meant to be there and have always seemed to be there - actually, now that he thought back about it..

  He types it quick in a newly made group chat.

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[Pepper's Lovers]

Handsomest Jun

Guys..

Doesn't he wear that ring on his necklace

When he's not allowed to wear it on his hand?

Seen

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  Everyone collectively looks at the ring you gave him months ago, to which he had sobbed in your arms in a way that was so Pepper. He rarely cried, not the type to show it when he does. You always feel happy when he shows things like this, a feeling that you're safe to be around. Safe enough for him to not have to mask anything.

  They nod their heads to Jun, and searches all around him. The necklace you gifted him hidden beneath his clothes, the earrings he wore are the ones you bought on this year's anniversary. And you sported some of your own things.

  Bracelets that Pepper had carefully crafted sits on your wrist, completely in plain sight but overlooked by many because you've worn it so often it's become part of you, too. Just like the ring you wore on your finger. Matching.

  It's not like you try to hide your hand, either. It's a secret, but it's open for anyone if they were to be close. You don't hide it, but you don't talk about it, but it's perfect nonetheless.

  Hong, who's sharp eyes fall over your hand, has widened them. But he does not say anything, not here. But he does make quick work on his phone, just to make sure. To double-check.

  And sure it was, they came to him with the confirmation with harsh nods of their heads. 

  They watch you like hawks, eyes on the prey and never leaving. As soon as Pepper turned away, they whisked you up and stashed you away in an unpopulated corner. "How long has this been going on?" Hong's on you in seconds. And while he doesn't speak often and is quiet most of the time, he's fierce when it comes down to it.

  They crowd you, and despite towering over them, it's no surprise that you're intimidated. It's hard not to feel scared when they're onto you. Nano's taken your hand, examining the ring. "This is it, isn't it? It looks just like the one on Per's hand!.."

  "Let me see." Jun looks at it, and Thame stares you down with a frown. He pulls Po to you, using the muscular man as an intimidation tactic.

  "He's the one, P'! Talk to him." Thame whispers, leaning onto his lover's back like a koala, eyes glossy and glaring up at you. Po's fairly muscular, signs of him hitting the gym often and taking much care of himself, you would not like a punch from him.

  "What are you guys doing?"

  Now that they've been caught, they pull apart. But you only give your beloved a crooked smile before wiggling your hand into the air, the ring catching the minimal light. The younger man's mouth is agape, blinking up at you through those glasses, and his eyes are just like flower buds.

  "Oh."

  "Couldn't keep them from it forever.." But you know he had thought it would take at least another week or so of hiding before they inevitably found it. You had texted back and forth with him within the past week of being apart, having talked about how you would break it to them. But well.

  "This is my faen, P'N/M. If you all weren't so nosy, we would've had a nicer meeting over dinner." Pepper, hands on his hips like a mother scolding all her children (despite being the middle child of the group), continues, "he was even offering to pay."

  "What? I didn't hear anything." Jun had rushed off, pushing everyone away.

  "Please treat us, P'! We look forward to it!" Thame had smiled, pulling Po along with him with an excited squeal, "P'Po, where do you wanna go?"

  "Hey, this isn't just for you guys! We should go somewhere for everyone." Even Hong seemed eager for free food.

  "Mm~ I'm craving hot pot." It only takes Nano's desire for everyone to cave.

  "Hot pot it is."

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Author's note: I do NOT know anything about LYKN except for the songs they have in ThamePo and their personalities within said show. Tui's lowkey so cute