"You're in a rush," Yangyang chuckles as he fastens his pace to catch up with his friend who was basically stomping over to the tattoo parlor.

Grumbling, Jeno doesn't have to look at him and continues on his steps, "the sooner the better."

"Why? You excited to see him?" He halts on his tracks and turns his head to look at Yangyang, glaring at the teasing grin on his face.

"I'm just confronting him about what he did."

"He gave you his number, seems like he's interested and making a move on you." His friend doesn't back down, only irritating Jeno even more.

Glaring, Jeno shakes his head, obviously disliking the idea. "That's ridiculous, Yang." He responds before turning his head back to the front and continue walking.

He wanted to comment another thing but decided to save it for later when he comes face to face with Jaemin.

"Now come on so we can go home quickly." Telling his friend to hurry up as he sees a part of the familiar tattoo parlor coming near the more he walks closer to it.

Yangyang could only grin behind him as he follows suit, then covering his mouth to hold back a laugh when Jeno practically storms in, pushing the glass door harshly.

It's not really crowded, but it's still a little embarrassing as there are a few customers in there getting their tattoos done or waiting for their turn.

Some looked up from whatever they were doing to glance at the newcomers, raising a brow at the sight of a raven haired school boy looking mad.

For once, Jeno doesn't fully mind them like he normally would especially when it's because of his friends.

However, the intense stares from complete strangers still make his ears and cheeks heat up as Yangyang does the honor to pull him along towards the counter desk.

Facing Jaehyun once again, the elder boy wearing a black tank top – showing off more of his tattoos on his upper body – Jeno shows him a sweet smile.

"Oh, hey guys," Jaehyun greets them before furrowing his eyebrows once he comes to realization. "Wait, did you guys have a schedule or...?" Trailing off, unsure of their presence today.

Yangyang laughs and shakes his head in reply, draping a heavy arm around Jeno's shoulders. "Nah, you met my friend here right?"

Jaehyun gazes at Jeno and smiles, showing off his cute dimples as he does so. "Ah yes! The only nice one in your friend group," he jokes a little.

Yangyang reaches his free hand over the counter to jokingly punch the elder boy's arm, "mean, but true." He shrugs it off the next second.

Chuckling, Jaehyun continues to smile softly and asks, "what can I do for you? If you're not getting a tattoo in a tattoo parlor, I'll see what I can do." Winking at the two school boys.

Rolling his eyes, Yangyang looks around and smiles when he gets a glimpse of a dark pink blob standing out like a sore thumb.

"Is Jaemin busy?" He asks, yet already knowing the answer. He just wants Jeno to hear it before he does something embarrassing again.

Jaehyun hums while looking at the notebook to his left, "lucky for you, that's his last client for today, do you need anything from him?"

Getting a nod from the two teenagers, he chuckles when he hears Yangyang muttering – purposely loud enough for him to hear – "Jeno does, dick."

Because the said boy was literally beside him, Jeno gasps and pinches his side as he looks mortified. "Yang! Watch your mouth!" He hisses with his face flushing.

"I'm guessing Yangyang's annoying you and twisting your situation?" Jeno nods at Jaehyun, a pout forming on his lips.

Waving off, Jaehyun reaches over to quickly flick Yangyang's forehead, "leave your poor friend alone," he clicks his tongue at the younger boy who's hissing in pain.

"You guys can wait over there and I'll call you when Jaemin's done, they're about halfway through the appointment anyway, so no worries." He gestures to the vacant seats nearby.

Humming, Jeno pulls Yangyang along with him, ignoring the latter muttering cusses aimed at Jaehyun for earlier.

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They didn't have to wait long, like Jaehyun had promised. A few minutes later, they're being called as Yangyang leads the way and immediately fist bumps Jaemin who was drinking from a water bottle.

The pink haired boy raises a brow, "Jaehyun told me you needed me for something?" He brings up, straightforwardly, as he closes the plastic bottle with its cap.

Yangyang gestures at his friend beside him, backing away when Jeno walks closer to the tattoo artist.

Seeing Jaemin immediately reminded Jeno why he's here. His face scrunched up into a scowl, trying to display just how annoyed he was at the elder boy.

But Jaemin, as always, only grins at him. Not a bit intimidated or even worried about why he's getting such a look from the younger boy.

However, he stumbles on his feet when Jeno suddenly jabs a finger on his chest, "you flippin' bastard!" He snaps.

They get a few looks nearby, mostly from Jaehyun and other staffs in the studio. But both Jaemin and Yangyang are unbothered.

Jeno however, glances at them and gulps as he backs away and lowers his index finger. "My apologies."

His apology got a cackle from Jaemin, making him feel more upset because he's absolutely humiliated.

Jaemin's full on laughing aloud, influencing Yangyang to join in too. While both of them were looking like they were having the time of their lives, Jeno clenches his hands.

"Stop laughing!" He whisper-yells at them, not wanting to attract more attention again.

Their laughter was already loud enough for others turning their heads, Jeno has the urge to storm out.

But Jaemin finally calms down, regaining his breathing as he so nonchalantly ruffles Jeno's soft hair and coos at him.

"How come Yangyang has never mentioned you before, cutie?" He grins like a cheshire cat.

"I didn't, but Mark mentioned him once." Yangyang comments as Jeno swats the affectionate hand away from his personal space.

"Stop acting like we know each other–"

"But we do, don't we? You're Jeno, and I'm Na Jaemin." The pink haired boy winks at him.

"Bitch, you don't even know his last name," Yangyang snickers.

"Besides the point!" Jeno raises his voice just a tad bit to get their attention, he takes out a crumpled paper from his pocket and shoves it onto Jaemin's broad chest.

"Here, I don't need it."

Taking a look at the familiar item, Jaemin chuckles. "Of course you do, doll. Why wouldn't you need it? I gave it to you for a reason."

"I didn't ask for it, therefore I don't need it." Jeno sassed before letting out a huff when he sees there's no point staying here any longer with Jaemin acting like a jerk to him.

"From now on, stop harassing me or I'm telling on you," he threatens, groaning at the sight of the other two boys' silly smile.

Oh for goodness sake, he's talking to complete fools right now. Of course they wouldn't give a damn.

"I'm leaving, with or without Yangyang. See you never." And with that, Jeno's storming out the tattoo studio, leaving smiling fools behind.