Monsta

TWENTY-ONE

santana's point of view

The next day is almost unbearable, walking and moving around does not come easy. Kihyun looks at me with a sad face.

Kihyun: I told him to take it easy on you.

I chuckle and continue to make breakfast. Shownu comes into the kitchen and smiles, he places a quick kiss to my lips before sitting down next to Kihyun.

I set everyone's plate on the table and smile. I'm getting better at this cooking stuff, Changkyun stumbles in, his eyes are barely open and his hair is a mess. He falls into his chair and sighs.

Shownu: Did you get any sleep last night?

He shakes his head. I ruffle his hair and he begins to wine. He pulls me on his lap, I chuckle and steal a piece of his bacon.

Minhyuk runs into the kitchen with a nervous expression.

Minhyuk: Our manager just called.
Shownu: And said what?
Minhyuk: It won't be just us on weekly idol today.
Me: Who else will be there?
Minhyuk: Park Lee.

Wonho walks into the kitchen and rolls his eyes. Changkyun wraps his arms around my waist before laying his head on my back.

I don't say anything, Wonho pours himself some coffee with an unamused expression. There's no secret Lee and the boys don't get along but for the sake of their image they're going to have to pretend.

Me: Well, I hope you guys have fun. I'll be here clea..-
Shownu: No, you're coming along.

My eyes widen.

Me: Why?

He shrugs.

Shownu: Because I said so.

He smiles widely and I glare at him.

Shownu: You can watch with Talee.
Me: Who?
Changkyun: Our stylist.

That girl who flirts with Wonho relentlessly, his "friend." The thought bothers me.

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The boys are doing great so far, their jokes are witty and they're not as awkward as they have been in the past; from what I've heard.

Talee hasn't said a word to me yet, her eyes focus on the seven men in front of us. I clear my throat deciding to start the conversation.

Me: How long have you been a stylist?
Talee: About three years now.

I hum.

Talee: So you're their assistant huh?
Me: Yeah, ya' know. Just helping with the schedule, cleaning, cooking. Anything to make their stress levels as low as possible.

Why am I talking so much? She smiles a little before nodding her head.

Talee: They're pretty nice guys, no matter how overwhelmed they get they never take it out on other people.

I agree.

Talee: Wonho especially, he's amazing.

Pump your breaks bitch.

Talee: He's a sweetheart. Always looking out for others, he'd make the perfect husband honestly.

She gives me another smile. She's a beautiful girl, but so am I. Yet, somehow I still feel threatened.

Me: Sounds like you have quite the crush on him.
Talee: Don't you?
Me: What?
Talee: You can't tell me you haven't wondered what it would be like to date one of them.

Oh honey, you have no idea.

My eyes travel to Lee as he laughs at something the MC said. I can't help but notice every time Lee talks the boys' smiles aren't as bright anymore.

MC: Lee you're a handsome guy, you must've had a lot of girlfriends in the past.

Lee laughs nervously and shakes his head.

MC: You lie.
Lee: Honestly, most of my life I've been busy trying to chase my dream.

A dream that's not even his, a dream that's his mom's.

MC: Sounds commendable.

The boys clap but it's forced.

MC: Tell us what your ideal type. I'm sure all your admirers at home would like to know.
Lee: I'm into tall girls.
MC: Really? What did short girls ever do to you?

They all laugh.

Lee: Nothing, I don't mind short girls either. A nice personality, smart, pretty, great listener.

A gasp leaves my lips when I notice Lee isn't looking at the MC or into the camera. He's looking pass the camera and directly at me.

MC: Wait a minute, are you staring at Monsta-x's assistant?

All of the boys snap their necks towards me. Lee blushes slightly and the MC grins from ear to ear.

Shit.

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ohhhh Lee, when will you learn?