So like– obviously I forgot to write the chapter where Jeno dyed his hair and all...

So this is basically a flashback to that bc I kinda promised it–

Don't get too confused :)

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Jeno fiddles with his fingers, gnawing his lip as he approaches the middle-aged woman who's back is turned to him focusing on sewing.

He sucks in a breath and gently taps on the woman's shoulder, she stops what she's doing and turns to eye at Jeno. Smiling softly at her son.

"Yes, darling?"

"Uhm... I just... I wanted to ask– if I could– you know–" Jeno stammers, struggling to straightforwardly tell her.

Although his mother is not that overly strict as his grandparents, he still is quite nervous when asking for permission with things.

And there's a small voice in the back of his head saying it is okay, actually better than being a reckless and spoiled child, doing things without their parents' permission because they rely on them too much.

His mother raises a brow, eyeing him knowingly before gesturing him to occupy the seat beside her. He does so, exhaling calmly and finally asks.

"I was wondering, if I can have your permission to get my hair dyed?"

Tiffany blinks, lips twitching before she chuckles. "I don't see why not."

"Wait really?" Jeno's eyes practically sparkle as they grow slightly bigger.

Tiffany couldn't help but laugh wholeheartedly, "if that's what you want and you're sure of it," reaching up to run her fingers through his freshly washed hair.

"Besides, it's nothing I should be worried about... You're old enough and it's not a harmful thing– well, besides the allergic consequences of that for others."

"But I don't think you're allergic to hair dye anyway." She giggles.

"I thought you would freak out." Jeno exhales afterwards, mumbling his words.

Tiffany tuts, "you're mama is a fashionista, did you really think I wouldn't want you to dress yourself up and all?" She quips.

Jeno giggles in response, his mother's smile turning soft as she slides her hand down to his cheek and rubs a thumb on there gently.

"I won't get mad as long as I know it is safe and no one gets hurt. And I really do trust you with these things, honey."

She's just like Jaemin... Caring and understanding. Maybe I'm lucky...

They share a warm hug while Jeno thanks her a few times, then they talked about his plans and ideas. The woman joking about he should go all out instead of a low-key color.

Soon, Tiffany says she can get him an appointment as soon as possible and that she'll accompany him throughout the whole thing.

"I got your back." Tiffany winks at him before sending him off back to his room.

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Jeno takes a while staring at the mirror, gaping in awe at himself as he gently touches his newly colored strands.

It isn't something too obvious, well– if you haven't been observing him enough.

It's simple and a good first move for his first time getting his hair done like this.

He can hear the faint voices of other clients around him talking to their respective hair dresser, his mom is behind him (as promised) talking to his hair dresser.

The moment Jeno steps out of the salon, he feels giddy. There's this feeling bubbling up in his stomach, and it's clear the way he grins so widely, skipping on his way to the car.

He keeps checking himself out on the mirror, it's a little weird because he doesn't do that as much unless it's for a special event or when he's going to school.

Tiffany chuckles beside him as she slows down the car on a red light, "like your new look?" She teases a little.

Jeno blushes in shyness, lowering his phone down to his lap and nods. "I kind of want to show it off..."

"Of course you can, no one is stopping you." Tiffany hypes him up with a determined look.

Jeno frowns for a second, "but... Grandma and Grandpa..."

"Fuck them." Tiffany suddenly swears, and it has Jeno widening his eyes at her in shock.

Look, he still isn't used to Tiffany not bottling up her anger towards her parents anymore, swearing and talking about them a lot... But he doesn't mind nonetheless.

He doesn't feel alone when they tell each other their thoughts, what happened within the day with Tiffany's parents around.

Tiffany sighs and shakes her head, "sweetheart, just– literally don't mind them. If they talk bad about you, and even Jaemin and your friends, I'll be there to back you guys up."

"And if they are still rude ass people after the upcoming dinner meetup with Jaemin, block them out and I'll do the same until they finally change for the better."

Jeno smiles softly, "thanks, mom... I'm so lucky to have a mom like you." He says wholeheartedly. "And also– I didn't expect you to be like this... In a good way..."

"What? Having a badass mom?" Tiffany grins, as she was about to say something, a honk was heard loudly from behind them.

She groans and slides her window down, sticking her hand out to flip the person off before quickly driving away.

Jeno rolls his eyes with his lips curled up to a smile, "silly." He comments.

"Love you too, darling." Tiffany laughs in amusement.

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Once they arrive at the house, they didn't necessarily have a clear plan on how to show Jeno's grandparents his new look. So they decided to just get in there and Tiffany will handle it.

To no one's surprise, his grandparents were shocked. And then started freaking out, cussing at him and then at Tiffany.

Tiffany tells him he can either go upstairs or head out and call a friend or Jaemin.

He decided to go to his room instead, he has a small plan to surprise his friends and boyfriend all together tomorrow.

He hears the adults arguing, Tiffany fighting back about how overdramatic her parents are and there isn't anything wrong with what Jeno did.

Later on, it's silent, but Jeno doesn't risk to go down there until dinner time. Biting back a grin when his grandparents are oddly silent while Tiffany gives them a warning look.

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Thoughts???

Sorry for my absence recently, very busy week.

I recommend to please kindly check my message board if you're wondering and all.

I'll try to reply as much as I can (I'm bad at replying smh), events like this is one of the reasons why I usually post on my message board about my schedules and stuff.

Again, Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🌈