"Ji, where are we doing?" Chenle asks with a laugh, feeling his boyfriend urgently drag him around.
"Your first present. But we have to hurry."
"Why?"
"You'll see. Oh, and there's something that comes with it."
"I am so confused."
Jisung chuckles, finding the male cute. "Don't worry, Lele."
"I love you", Chenle says softly, just feeling like saying it.
Jisung kisses his forehead and smiles, wishing his boyfriend could see his expression. "I love you too."
When they reach the photography place, he sees that their friends are already there and all dressed up in their first outfit. He puts his finger to his mouth, signalling them to be quiet as he leads the pinkette to the restrooms.
He angles Chenles body so he can only see the door in front of him and the walls of the short hallway. Jisung places the bag in Chenles hand and waits until he has a firm grip on it to let go. Then Jisung opens the door and gently pushes Chenle in it.
Chenle turns in the direction he thinks Jisung is in to ask, "Uh, what are we doing?"
"Well, you are going to wait until you hear the door shut and then you're going to open your eyes."
"And after that?"
"You'll figure it out."
"Jisung!"
The unmistakable sound of the door shutting resounds throughout the space, causing the male to sigh. He opens his eyes and finds himself in a nice restroom. The cream-colored interior looks sophisticated with white mosaic tiles, a wide, marble counter on top of multiple drawers, a bottle of hand soap on top of the counter and a white tabletop paper towel dispenser.
The fuck am I in here for?
Remembering the bag, Chenle decides to look inside and finds a bunch of clothes. In the midst of the pile, he finds a small envelope. He opens and takes out the note-card that has balloons and 'Happy Birthday' written on the front.
When he opens, he giggles at who it's addressed to.
To the person I love most in the world (romantically. My best friends told me I have to specify because they hold that title as well),
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!
I have many things planned to celebrate you today and this is number one. While you're in here, you should get a text that tells you the order of the outfits. Put on the first one and come out. I'm waiting for you.
I love you
Love, Yours
Every time Jisung does something like this, the pinkette gets reminded of the reasons he knew he'd fall from the start. A wave of giddiness surges through him as he reads the last part over and over again.
But then he remembers that he has something to do and picks up his phone to see that he did indeed get a text from Jisung, and that it is a list of outfits.
When Chenle sees the sweater vest, he becomes increasingly curious as to what his boyfriend looks like, knowing this isn't style. The thought sends realization through him, making him smile all over.
He quickly gets dressed and neatly places his original outfit at the bottom of the bag. The first thing he sees after opening the bathroom door is Jisung at the end of the short hallway, leaning against the wall, looking down at his phone.
He's so hot
Because Jisung hasn't noticed him yet, Chenle takes a moment to check his boyfriend out.
He's dressed identical to him, in a white long-sleeve button-up shirt with his sleeves pushed up to his elbows, underneath a black sweater vest that allows his chest to pop out from where the top of his shirt is unbuttoned and his collar is spread along the vest neckline, light blue jeans he's sure are the same as his, and Jisung had insisted he wear earlier, white shoes.
As he gets closer, Jisung finally looks up and his face breaks out into a smile, doing nothing short of causing butterflies.
Like he always does.
"You look so good", Jisung says when he's right in front of him.
"You too", Chenle says, a bit shyer.
Now that he's closer to Jisung, he can see the thin gold chain that decorates his neck. And then he takes notice of Jisungs earrings, just simple small hoops. Plus, his bracelet.
Jisung smirks at his boyfriend, loving the way he reacts to him in jewelry. Even without it, he knows the male is attracted to him but it always seems a little more intense where jewelry is involved.
"You're staring, baby."
"Shut up, I can stare all I want."
"You're right."
Before Chenle can say anything else, Jisungs lips are on his. Jisung did agree with him but when he does this, he still feels like he's lost the argument. Though, it's the not the worst thing being established as a loser.
"Only because it's Lele's birthday", Jeno says, staring up at the ceiling.
Mark scoffs. "You act like you don't check over your gifts for him with other people to make sure he likes it. You hope he's enjoying himself and you actually think him and Jisung are really cute so you're really pretending right now."
The photographer chuckles at Marks words as he continues setting up the background and props.
"Remind me to never annoy Mark", Haechan mumbles.
Mark glances at him, not letting his eyes linger for too long, knowing that his initial desire will come back if he does. Since he's seen his "boyfriends", all he's wanted to do is kiss Haechan and Jaemin.
(He might've thought about Jenos lips once or twice too).
Another minute or two passes and then the couple finally shows up, walking hand-in-hand.
At the sight of his friends, Chenle breaks out of Jisungs hold and rushes over to them, getting swallowed in a group hug that's mostly Jaemin and Mark hugging him and the other two complaining.
"Uh uh", Jaemin says. "You just pretended to be annoyed."
Jeno rolls his eyes but continues his attempt to hug his best friend. Haechan manages to squeeze himself against Jaemin in order to get room to hug their friend.
Within all the shifting, Mark ends up almost on the side of the male with his head resting against Chenles.
"Do you think you guys can recreate that?" The photographer asks and then looks at Jisung. "With an extra?"
The five nod and quickly position themselves on the backdrop. Following instructions, they angle themselves so they're in line with the X on the ground and then go back to their places before.
Except this time, Chenle gets back-hugged by Jisung which sends a blush to his face and only enhances his already natural smile.
"Is everyone hugging the birthday boy?"
"Yes."
"Perfect. Okay, ready..."
The six stay still as their pictures get taken. They pose a couple more times before pausing to change into their next outfit, which is matching white and gray plaid crew-neck sweaters and slightly darker jeans. When they're all dressed, they gather on the backdrop and wait for instructions from the photographer.
After they do a few more poses, Chenle hurries over to the photographer and has a quiet conversation with him. They see him nod and then Chenle goes back to his friends with a smile on his face.
"What did you do?" Jeno asks.
"You'll see."
"Alright, I need two of you to stand on each side of the birthday boy and kiss his cheek."
It only takes a few seconds for the pinkette to get trapped in a hug by Haechan and Jaemin who stare smugly at the other three, specifically Mark and Jeno.
"We can just go after you", Mark says.
"Actually", Chenle speaks up. "They can do something right now."
Haechan and Jaemin lose their minds as Jeno and Mark stand awkwardly on each side of Jisung. Sure, they've received affection from him but it was never like this and never with an audience.
"Okay, so I'm gonna count down and then you two are gonna kiss..." The photographer trails off, looking at Jisung.
"Jisung", Jisung tells him with a chuckle.
"Jisungs cheeks. And hold it until I say 'okay'. It won't take long, I promise."
"I don't mind", Jisung says and taps his cheeks with a smile.
"Lele, your boyfriend makes no sense."
"Eh."
"Gee, thanks."
"Okay", the photographer says, holding up his camera. "Three...two...one."
Mark and Jeno kiss Jisungs cheeks at the same time Haechan and Jaemin kiss Chenles, causing giggling from the couple, authenticating their smiles even more.
As soon as the photographer says 'okay', Mark, Jeno, Haechan, and Jaemin pull away. But Jaemin gives a peck to Chenles cheek, prompting Haechan to do the same.
"Can we do that by ourselves too?" Chenle asks.
The photographer nods. "Who's going first?"
"They can", Jisung says and walks off the backdrop with Chenles best friends.
Just as easily as before, the three pose and then switch places with the other three, having big smiles on their faces, making Jeno roll his eyes.
They place themselves on the backdrop and wait for their cue and then Mark and Jeno kiss Jisungs cheeks.
"Are they any other arrangements you want for this pose?"
The couple nods and drags their best friends onto the backdrop. They do it once more and then take a break to discuss whether they're done or not, leaving it all up to the birthday boy.
"We can be done", Chenle tells them.
"Are you positive?" The pinkette nods. "Then we can do the next thing."
"Hey guys?" Chenle asks hesitantly.
"I already know what he's gonna ask", Jeno says.
"Can we...would you mind if..."
Catching on, Jaemin gasps in delight. "You wanna stay in the matching outfits?" He nods. Jaemin brings the male into a hug, smiling in excitement. "I certainly will."
"I'm fine with it", Mark says then points at Jisung. "He's the boyfriend, he has to."
Haechan snorts. "Jisung loves matching outfits in general."
"Remember your reaction to the onesies?"
"Those were so cute."
When they finish up at the photo place, they head towards the main part of the mall, slightly confusing Chenle.
"What are we doing?"
"I have to pick something up."
"Do they know what it is?" Chenle asks, referring to their friends.
"Yep. So if you hate it, it's their doing."
"Lele, permission to smack your boyfriend?"
"Let me see what he got me first."
"This is why I worry", Jisung says.
"It's why Jeno worries too."
Jeno glares at Mark but Mark just smiles, looking more attractive than Jeno expected. He faces the front and clears his throat, the action not going unnoticed.
"Just say Mark is hot, it's much easier."
"What?" Mark asks, barely being able to look at them with his heated face.
"Don't tell me Mark doesn't know."
"Um..."
"When we're not walking in the middle of a crowded path, we'll fix that."
"All of you?"
"Yes, Mark, all of us."
Wanting to express care, Chenle slows down until he ends up beside Mark and takes his hand in his to squeeze it. Mark nods, knowing what he's trying to do and trying to ignore the negative thoughts that appeared from it.
Having noticed, Jeno moves to the front, on the other side of Jisung so he's as far from them as possible.
Jisung gives him an amused look. "Didn't know you wanted to be so close."
"Your friendship with Haechan and Jaemin makes more and more sense the more speak."
"I feel like you're trying to insult me."
Haechan glares at Jeno. "He better not be."
Jeno leans into Jisung to ask, "How bad would it be if I tell him I'm not scared of him?"
"He's petty and enjoys pranks."
"Okay, nevermind."
They stop at a clothes customization shop and watch Jisung go to the counter and talk to the man. The man grabs something from underneath the counter and hands it to Jisung. Nervously, Jisung hands his boyfriend the white bundle wrapped with a purple ribbon.
"Can I open it now?" Chenle asks.
Jisung nods. The five watch as the pinkette undoes the ribbon and shakes out the fabric, revealing a hoodie that has upside down black letters with a few hearts around it.
Chenle flips the hoodie over and reads it.
❤️💓💜Dear Mine,
Every day, I love you more than the last. Every second with you is the best time I spend. Never forget that I love you. (And that I'm very in love with you).
Happy birthday!
From, your one and only❤️💓💜
Chenle turns to his boyfriend and lunges at him, feeling overwhelmed by how loved and how happy he feels.
"I love you so much", he mumbles into his sweater.
"I love you so much."
"I know you're taking pictures", the pinkette says after a minute of silence. "Send them to me."
"Of course, Lele."
Eventually, the couple breaks out of the hug so the rest of them can hug Chenle as well. Being done at the mall, they split up to go the next destination.
"Wait, Lele, do you wanna ride with Jeno and Mark?"
"It's okay. I'll still see them. Besides, I like being with you."
Jisung squeezes his hand as he smiles over at his boyfriend. "I like being with you too."
"Thank you", Chenle says quietly.
"For what?"
"Always reminding me what love is."
"You remind me too."
Chenles phone buzzes, ruining their moment. Without even looking at who it's from, the couple looks at the car next to them, eyes zeroed in on Jeno.
Jeno points to his phone so Chenle looks at it.
Cute boy
I'm sorry to interrupt and I've
already been threatened to be
smacked because of it but tell
your boyfriend that we're
waiting on him
"They're waiting on you."
"Oh, right. Tell him we're going now."
"Okay."
Chenle
We're going now
Cute boy
Okay
One and Only♥️, Cutie, Cute...
Baby #2
Is Jisung finally gonna smack Jeno?
Cute boy
FINALLY???!!
LELE DOES HE WANT TO SMACK
ME???!!!
Baby #2
His urge to beat you and Mark up is
on standby
Chenle chuckles, gaining Jisungs attention. "What?"
"Haechan asked if you're finally gonna smack Jeno so now Jeno's wondering if you want to smack him. And then Haechan said your urge to beat up my best friends is on standby."
"He's not wrong."
Chenle
I told Jisung what Haechan said and
he said he's not wrong
Cute boy
Okay but we haven't done anything
Cutie
And we don't plan to do anything to
make him or Haechan or Jaemin
hate us
Chenle
He knows that
Jeno, you can relax
Cute boy
I'm not worried
Baby #1
Lying isn't very princess-like
Cutie
I wish you could see this Lele, they're
discussing what is and what isn't
princess-like
The way Jaemin is talking is the way
you do when you're arguing with
someone and getting angrier
Chenle
Haechan, I expect a video
Cutie
He's recording
"Jaemin and Jeno are discussing princess-like behavior."
"Of course they are."
"Mark said Jaemin is speaking the way I do when I get angrier during an argument."
Jisung chuckles. "Damn, he's in for it."
"Is it that serious?"
"Whether he admits it or not, Jaemin loves to be right. And I definitely feel like he's not gonna let Jeno win an argument."
"Good point. Speaking of good points, why don't you explain why you chose the place we're going to next."
"I know what you're doing."
"And if I kiss you, it works anyway. But today is my birthday."
"As much as I'd love to tell you what it is, it actually wasn't my idea. I just know where it is."
"So whose idea was it?"
"Wait till we get there and then guess."
"Did they tell you to say that?"
"I would say this either way."
"Well, how long until we're there?"
"Ten minutes."
"Have I been to this place before?"
"Yes."
"Really?" Chenle asks, looking out the window, not recognizing much of it.
"It'll make sense when we get there."
It does make sense when Chenles eyes land on the familiar bakery that he hasn't seen in years. A wave of nostalgia hits him, along with memories that make him emotional.
Jisung panics when his boyfriend starts crying. His reaction makes the pinkette chuckle.
"I'm okay", he tells him. "I didn't tell you much about my grandpa, did I?"
"You mention him sometimes."
"He used to bring me here. He'd order an entire loaf of french bread, butter and hot chocolate and we'd just sit here and talk. And he always let me get a treat. Some days he made me do something for it, like answer trivia questions or tell him a story."
"That sounds nice."
Chenle nods and sniffles. "He got sick and went to the hospital. I always wanted to come back here but I never knew the name, I could just describe the sign. But whose idea was this? I don't remember telling anybody."
"You mentioned it because this person knows."
"That didn't answer my question."
"Come on."
Jisung gets out of the car, confusing the male. Right as Chenle is about to grab the door handle, Jisung opens the door for him.
Even though they saw each other previously, their friends still ambush him in a hug, squeezing him tight.
"Which one of you did this?"
The four just smile at him and start walking towards the entrance. Jisungs hand slips into his and leads him into the warm, sweet-smelling bakery. When they reach the counter, Jisung steps back, his spot instantly being replaced with Jeno.
Jisung quickly texts someone on his phone, trying not to get noticed. The reply is immediate. He looks up in the direction and smiles at the male who smiles back.
Realizing that his boyfriend is no longer beside him, Chenle looks around. He stops when he sees who's leaning on the wall, watching them with a smile on his face.
"Happy birthday, Angel."
"Kun!"
Chenle rushes over to him and gets caught in a hug. Kun picks him and twirls him around, causing him to shriek with glee. As soon as his feet touch the floor, he's getting attacked with kisses.
"Now, I can be responsible for how happy you look."
"Wait, was this your idea?" Kun nods. "When did I tell you about this?"
"You didn't say much about it. I just remember us talking one time and you asked me if I'd ever seen a bakery that had a symbol that was like a sweater but it wasn't a sweater and when I asked you why, you said your grandpa used to take you. I actually forgot about that but I remembered and thought it'd be a nice touch for today."
Chenle throws himself at his friend once
more, the abrupt action not doing much to Kun. Chenle breathes into his neck, letting out a shaky breath as he tries to stop himself from crying again.
"Thank you so much."
"Anything for my angel."
"Wait, how did you tell Jisung?"
"I got his number from Yuta and asked to meet up."
"When?"
"Remember two weeks ago when I came home later than usual?" Jisung asks, joining them.
"I would've never guessed you were with Kun."
"I have to get to know my boyfriends close friends."
Kun snorts. "Sure, that was all."
Jisung stops himself from responding, afraid of touching on the subject, especially his boyfriend present.
"Did you order something?" Chenle asks, looking at Kun.
"Yeah, I had a cookie earlier. Those things are delicious."
"Good to know!" Haechan calls over to him.
"Oh, I should probably say hi to them." Despite his words, Kun stays in place, just looking over at the four males.
"Don't tell me you're nervous."
"Did you not notice the way the other three would stare at anyone who looked at one of them?"
"Don't worry, they're harmless. It's Jisung and Jaemin you have to worry about. But Jaemin is a fluff-ball."
"We'll see."
"Jaemin", Chenle says, leading Kun over to the male.
Jaemin smiles at the two. "Hi, it's nice to see you again."
"You too."
"Kun's nervous."
"We're all nice, I promise. Just a little sassy."
"I have experience", Kun says as he looks at the pinkette.
Chenle rolls his eyes. "Kun's one of those people with dry humor and so much sarcasm he can't tell if he means it or not sometimes."
"Him and Jisung will be besties then", Haechan tells them, appearing over Chenles shoulder.
"Aren't you and Jisung the besties?" Jeno asks.
"There are layers, Jeno."
"Pardon me, Haechan."
Kun chuckles at the two and then looks around. "Should we sit?"
"Oh yeah."
The group combines two tables and crowds themselves around it. After setting out the desserts, they wait for Chenle to pick out what he wants first but the male opposes and tells them to help themselves.
When they get halfway through, Jisung gets up and goes to the counter. A few minutes later, he comes back with a loaf of french bread and a plate of butter.
"They're making the hot chocolate right now."
"If any of you make me cry after this, I'm punching you", Chenle tells them, fanning his eyes.
"You gave me permission to veto your violence", Jaemin says.
"What?" Jeno asks, looking at him.
"I meant what I just said."
"I know that, Princess, but how do you get to veto that?"
"He told me about threatening his best friends once and we basically decided that I would never be subjected to his violence."
"What the hell, Lele?"
"You can't mad at me today."
Jeno sighs and then plasters on a fake smile. "Fine. You'll have a text at midnight."
"Is that a threat?"
"Oh my God."
I was listening to It's Yours earlier and I thought of ChenJi. And then obviously I had to check the lyrics (English translation) and yes, it's very fitting
I also heard two songs that fit perfectly for Chenle perfectly but I'm not telling you what they are right now because you don't know enough about him yet
Also, for your sakes, if you haven't already, please reply to the 'Let's talk' chapter. Your emotions are at stake💀
*Smiles as if I didn't just say that* I LOVE YOU!!!!
*throws my love at you*
Attempted editing❤️