Routine

At first, you were concerned about your skills, you spent the rest of the time you had before leaving studying Korean beauty.

Soon, the most waited day came, you were moving to Korea. At the same time it excited you it also terrified you. The fact you've been living your whole life in the same city, knowing the same people, and doing the same things ever gave you some deep anxiety to think of how would it be to be in a completely different country.

Some weeks after meeting Joey, you felt more confident and it was your first-day attending Ateez. Joey was the best boss you could ever ask. Friendly and funny.

You moved slowly inside the room, there were a lot of mirrors and chairs, as usual, today they were recording another TV appearance.

Joey was there already,  your eyes brightened when you saw him.

"Morning sunshine" he playfully waved at you.

"Morning! Nobody arrived yet?" You place your things at some of the tables.

"No, you're super early. I came early because I knew you would open the studio" he chuckles.

"I guess you know me well" you laugh.

"So how are they?" You start to unpack your makeup stuff.

"Hmmm they're such sweet people.." he walks closer and helps you organize your brushes.

"Oh that's nice..." you nod concentrated.

"Don't worry, they won't bite" he laughed.

"They're pretty respectful. Specifically, because we're older than them." He gently massages your shoulder to give you some confidence boost.

"Right!" You smile at him and hear footsteps.

The assistant opens the door and checks with Joey if it's the right room, not much after, 8 boys come in.

*Mingi was still working, remember it's a year ago*

You lower your head, you felt so anxious for this moment, and lately, you've been studying their music and efforts. You couldn't help but feel a little excited.

Slowly and still sleepy, they take their seats. The room was gaining life through their chuckles and silly jokes, and you finally could breathe relieved that everything was fine.

Joey waved to you, telling you to come closer.
"Morning everyone" Joey spoke and they all answered, a little messy but funny.

"Today we have a new makeup artist with us. She's a friend of mine and has been working with it for a long time! She came all the way to Korea just to work with you..." He extended his hand to you.

"This is Y/N. Take good care of her" Joey laughs and place you in front of hin holding your shoulders.

But then, something happens.
The boys get up and bow to you. You had no reaction but widen your eyes and search Joey's eyes. You didn't expect this.

Joey nods and you nervously bow back to them.

"Please take care of us" one of them comes forward and smiles at you.

"I'm the leader. Hongjoong, call me Hongjoong" he smiles at you.

"Y...yes, thank you..?" You feel so awkward.

Hongjoong introduces all the members to you and you see clearly what Joey said.

They're so nice and caring...

The rest of the day went smooth, like always when you're doing your work. You focus and keep track.
Finally, it was time to go home, they went to the dressing room and you and the other makeup artist were packing your stuff.

"Wanna join us later to drink something?" One of the makeup artist ladies asked you while smiling.

"Oh I'd love to, can you send me the address?" You answered.

"Sure!" She picked her phone and you exchanged numbers.

Later on, already at home, you tried to pick something to wear but your wardrobe is always the same: black dresses, black jackets, black everything.
The reason? Your broker heart.

Nah, kidding, it's just easier to get ready when you don't have to worry about matching colors.

You manage to find a white shirt and a black long dress, then you go for it.

Once you reach the address you spot the other makeup artists and walk towards them avoiding getting hit by any waitress. The place was full, noisy, and energetic. Lots of young adult people drinking after work.

You finally sit breathing out relieved while your eyes search Joey. You find him, but he was better without you.

"Look at him..." you murmur while watching Joey talking way too close to some stranger.

"What do you drink?" The lady from earlier catches your attention.

"Oh, I don't know much about this place..." you shyly chuckle.

"Soju then!" She calls the waitress.

"Soju it is..." you nod.

The night was awesome, with a lot of laughter, funny stories, absurd client cases, and new friends.
Unfortunately, it was getting too late and Joey was already wasted, you needed to take him home.

"I'm going to the toilet, watch him for me?" You ask someone at your table and they nod and pat Joey's head.

While you walk towards the toilet you bump into some guy, he was about 1,70m tall and skinny. He was wearing a mask and a bucket hat.

"I'm sorry" you half bow to him but you did it too fast, and your drunken brain failed you.

You end up leaning forward and losing your balance, your head goes straight in the middle of his chest, and your hands find support on his arms.

He catches you by holding your waist and bringing you to a close so that you don't fall backward.

"Oh my god!!" You release him.

"I'm so sorry" you shake your head closing your eyes. You felt quite uncomfortable.

He says nothing but shakes his head indicating it's okay.

You finally take a good look and notice his eyes somehow remind you of someone but you can't say at the moment,  you were pretty drunk.

"I know it's gonna sound like I'm hitting on you but..." you squint at him.

"Do we know each other?" You get closer to his face.

He abruptly pulls his face back and avoids eye contact.

"Oh I'm sorry, I..." you realize he was still holding your waist.

"You see, in my country is..." you check his arm around you and touch it gently.

"You can let me go now..." you awkwardly laugh.

He nods and slowly releases you.

"Y/N!!" You hear Joey startle you by shouting, catching your attention to look to the table.

You nod to him and turn your back to the mysterious man, but you take a brief pause.

"Thank y-" you turn back to him but he was gone.


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