Flowers (Zico Short Story)

Chapter Two

[sorry if everything isn't super factual and to the plot]

Chapter Two

To your surprise the third and fourth round went by fairly quickly.

Still you couldn't seem to not laugh at the fact Blacknut chose his opponent during the third round based on looks. Just thinking about it always causes you to chuckle... Luckily Mino passed with flying colors receiving his hat. Now you two were back to the drawing board with possible secret admirers.

And the fourth round, boy was that crazy. Absolute chaos was just everywhere. You're just glad you didn't have to make a hospital call... But having Snoop Dogg there made the whole mission ten times better. When else were you ever going to see him in real life?

Soon the fifth round was coming up. And that meant a lot of work on your part, especially with all of AOMG's visuals. You just have to make sure that all the microphones and audios are perfect first. That's the most important part. With the contestants having to choose teams, you don't want anything to be faulty. That wouldn't be quite fair.

Walking into your 'office' on set you gasped at another bouquet of flowers. You haven't got anymore since the second round, and these were just as beautiful. Sheesh... This person really must care! A smile formed on your lips as you ran your fingers over the soft petals. The smell was overwhelming, and you loved it.

-later-

"More?!" Mino was shocked by the news of the newly obtained flowers.

"Yeah, I know right." You chuckled, "it's not that I mind but... I wish he'd just give his name."

"Well then what's the point of a secret admirer? For all you know it could be me!" He pushed you jokingly.

"Oh I bet it is." You rolled your eyes.

"Everyone thinks we're dating anyways... So if things don't work out with the mystery man, you could always date me."

The two of you looked at each other for a split second only to burst out laughing.

"Like that'll ever happen!"

Mino ruffled your hair, "You're already my little sister anyways."

"And you my older brother..." You thought tentatively, "you know, I've always wanted an older brother-"

His arm wrapped around your shoulder, "be careful what you wish for because you're stuck with me!"

Your phone made a buzzing sound interrupting the 'sibling' moment.

Were there actually more flowers? -Grace

You replied with a simple yes sending the picture you took of them earlier.

Aahhh this guy needs to show himself or whatever, I'm dying here! -Grace

You chuckled at your friend's immaturity. You hope she realizes you're the one actually 'dying' since you're receiving the flowers. 

"Hah is your friend still ranting?"

"Yeah basically... Hey, do you know what team you're going to go with?"

"I'll probably base it off the producers performances. What would you go with, if you were a contestant?"

"Not sure myself. I'd probably want to see the performances first too."

"You get to watch them right?"

"Oh well of course! I'm one of the reasons they're happening." You said with pride.

"And that's why you're super (Y/N), the great and powerful stage crew manager!"

"Ah is that what I am to you!?"

"Well that's obviously the cooler title for you. You can't just be some lame stage manager person!"

You pouted, "I'm not that lame."

"Yeah sure."

"Mino shouldn't you be getting ready to watch the performances?" The two of you stared at Zico, jumping slightly at his presence.

"Y-yeah of course... See you (Y/N)." Mino quickly scurried off.

"S-sorry about-"

"No problem... Palo and I just need your help." Zico was always chill seeming and in a 'hype' mood, but now he just seemed slightly annoyed.

"Lead me to the issue." You smiled brightly at him. Just being in his presence made your heart beat speed up and butterflies in your stomach flutter. How could he make you feel like that? He seems so intense, scary at times... But when in reality he's a total cinnamon roll. You then hoped to break the slightly awkward silence as you weaved through the halls, "I'm excited to see your performance."

"I'm glad. I know it'll be great."

"Ah I'm sure it will!"

You made sure both Zico and Palo's ear pieces were all set and you wished them the best of luck. And when Zico softly placed a hand on your back, you thought immediately you were done for. Face bright red... You're even sure he saw too.

***

Standing up on that stage and giving that performance my all was an adrenaline rush. Even once Palo Hyung and I were done, my heart continued to race. The high of performing... It's probably the best feeling in the world.

I hope (Y/N) enjoyed it though. At one point my eyes wandered off to her backstage, a grin on her face. She's just too cute...

"You were amazing!" (Y/N) squeaked bowing. I hope she knows she doesn't have to be so polite with me anymore. It's not like we're acquaintances. And my feelings for her... Damn they're driving me crazy. The way she cares for others, laughs, smiles, wears her hair... I want so badly to just tell her, but I'm not too sure the feelings are mutual.

"Thank you." I whispered under my breath, walking closer to her. Running my hand through her hair, I pulled (Y/N) into a hug, "I'm glad you liked it." She stared up at me shocked, "I'll see you." My hand lingered on her arm before I followed Palo who stared at me intrigued.

"Anything you'd like to say?" He said in a teasing way.

"No."

"Oh alright, whatever you say then." He waved dismissively, "let's go back and watch the others perform."

"Let's."

My mind immediately drifted from (Y/N) and I enjoyed the rest of the performances, getting into them just as much as mine.

***

You practically threw yourself onto your cloud like bed. You've been on your feet all day, so you feel very deserving of the sleep. Luckily for you, you had tomorrow off before the team choosing began.

"By the way, loving our new center piece!" Grace laughed standing in the doorway to your room. You knew she was talking about the flowers.

"Oh I bet!"

"You going to bed now?"

"Yeah, I'm tired."

"Any idea of who's sending them?"

You responded, "Not yet, we're trying too."

"Who's helping you?"

"Mino-"

"SONG MINO!?" She practically ran jumping on your bed.

"We're friends..."

"Ah! I can't believe you two are friends!"

"It's not that big of a deal, he's just a normal guy who works hard."

"Oh okay whatever- you'll have to introduce us." Grace winked.

"Ahh maybe, now let me sleep!" The bed moved as her weight disappeared.

"Okay okay I'm leaving! Sleep tight dear!" The sound of the door closing was actually quite loud as she left.

Eventually your brain shut off and all your life worries disappeared as you drifted off into a peaceful sleep.