A Clan Of Misfits (TTEOTS x BTS)

Chapter 7 - Search Party Assemble

//Present Time//
- End of POV -

"Hey Seven, you coming?" Zero stood at the door, holding it open for you. He waited patiently for you to scamper through but his expression showed his annoyance. You couldn't help but feel like he disliked you sometimes... Even though there were little moments you shared together where he would actually smile around you, he has never smiled at you. The talk on the rooftop was really nice, but he still seemed closed off and distant. And the only time he looked you in the eye was when you caught him off guard in the hallway; then his eyes immediately found something else to look at. You've always put it down to him not knowing you that well, as he's sometimes similar around the boys, but you can't help that little voice in the back of your head questioning everything you do. Nine has helped somewhat in easing your worries - he said it took ages for Zero to even talk to them without stuttering. Although, it's quite hard for you to imagine Zero being shy or nervous... he's always just come across as moody to you. The only thing he seems to actually enjoy is his work and training. But unlike others, you definitely didn't think he was a robot, or just a thing Dr Park 'created'. Then again, you didn't know much at all about those rumours... but you still found them offensive.

Your footsteps echoed crisply down the white corridor. It didn't take long before you had to jog to keep up with Zero's long strides. You wondered if he really walked this fast or if his competitive side was coming out. You saw Six, Three and Nine ahead of you when you reached the elevator lobby. A few people were milling about in front of the meetings board, probably booking a room for their next monthly check-in. All teams were required to get together at least once a month, just to keep everything running smoothly between all operatives. Everything here worked like clockwork; this entire floor of PHASe HQ was dedicated to team meetings and discussions just so there would be enough rooms for every team and sub-unit, including emergencies. Each room was soundproofed and the electronics within were encoded for the security of sensitive information, too. There was no such thing as cutting corners here.

Six, probably already sensing you, kept the doors open as soon as they entered the elevator. You really needed to get used to his 'instincts' - and his incredible stealth, which he has always used to terrorize you. Three was about to complain when he saw you and Zero rushing over. Well mainly you, Zero of course took his sweet time. Once you were all in, Six let the door go and began playing with the holo-fish. All of the main elevators that didn't have a view of outside had a fish tank projected on to the walls to make the place seem less... empty. It was pretty cool. You particularly liked the octopus, he was funny. You had decided to call him Mr Bubbles. A classic name.
"Six, stop cooing at the fish, it's weird." Six glared at Three.
"Oh yeah, and thanking your food before you eat it is totally normal." Three placed his hands on his hips and Six raised his eyebrows. Nine's expression read 'Lord save me'. Oh, it is on.
"I want it to feel appreciated! Is that so bad?"
"The fish deserve the same!"
"But they're not real!"
"And food can't hear you!"
"Guys..." Nine stepped over to them and placed a hand on each of their shoulders. "You're both weird. Stop." A second passed before their serious expressions cracked and they all began to giggle and push each other around. Zero sighed and returned his attention to the numbers above the elevator doors. 33.....34..... You decided to mess around too. Walking over to the fish, you tapped on the 'glass'. They scattered away, but you didn't care.
"Mr Bubbles~!" All heads turned to you. "Oh come onnnn, who's a good boy?" Zero snickered. You saw a yellow tentacle creep over a rock. Yes! 
"Um... Mr Bubbles?" Three stared at you incredulously. "You gave it a name?" Mr Bubbles began half crawling, half slooshing over to you and greeted you with a little wave like you had taught him. Yes, be cute!  You had spent way too much time in this elevator. Nine gasped and came closer.
"Ohmygod. Three. Look at it." He stood pointing at the octopus, beaming at a confused Three. Six was joining in now.
"Ahh he's so cute! Hello Mr Bubbles!" He waved excitedly at the creature. You laughed as Mr Bubbles squished himself like a pancake against the glass. Three caved in and smiled, but he still clearly wasn't a fan of the baby talk coming from Six. He tilted his head.
"He seems pretty smart, huh?" You turned to look at him.
"Yeah, you can actually teach him some pretty cool things. I wonder if real ones were this clever..."
"Woah, you can train him?" Three perked up and pointed at Mr Bubbles, who was now spinning in a circle. "Yah! Do aegyo!"