⇢ literate chat

"right as rain, my . It's been too long as is. You should've went yesterday." Lino scolded but his voice wasn't angry or upset, it was concerned. He pressed a kiss to the back of Hans head. "All this fuss is because I love you. Will you at least go see a doctor for me? Because you love me too? And you wanna get better soon so we can have wild all night because we missed the hell out of each other?" His hand searches for Han's, lacing their fingers together.

Appalled by the flick, Han covered his arm and whined out. On the grand scheme of things, it wasn't even felt but when he was so down and out? The audacity of Minho. Yet just as he was about to open his mouth and complain, he was being scolded into a doctors appointment. There was a quite grumbling that was coming from him as he leaned back into the embrace. "You know I'll be right as rain in like two days- all this fuss, for what, hmm?"

Lino couldn't help but gently flick Han's arm. "You're not okay, Han Jisung. I'm making you an appointment for the morning. You get no say in it." He grumbled, feeling all over Hans pale face. Even looking as sick as he was, he was still beautiful in Lino's eyes. Lino moved to lay behind Han, wrapping his arms around him, hand resting on his chest as if to make sure he was still breathing. "I need to be here with you. For you. I don't care if I get sick. And I'll have you know it sounds like you could have an ear infection. Youre going to a doctor."

As his lover left and returned, Jisung was quick to put a mask on himself before pouring a good amount of sanitizer on his hands to rub in. It was pretty obvious how exhausted he was, the usual shine in his eyes was dulled as they couldn't be opened more than half way. His skin was pale, and his breathing shallow, but he did his best to cheer up for the other. "I'm okay- I think my ear constantly throbbing is the worst part.." He mumbled, taking in a quick breath before opening the blanket for the spot next to him, "Get in here, and don't say I didn't warn you if you get sick!"

A rush a happiness hit him hard when Han mentioned masks and sanitizer but it quickly faded at the way he started into a coughing fit. Lino rushed to get the items, coming back with a mask on his face before kneeling beside Han again. "Have you seen a doctor? Baby you sound bad..." He reaches to tenderly caress the others head, frowning deeply. "have you been taking any medication?"

There was a moment of eye contact, Han mentally trying to recall the last text but could only remember endless naps. Anyone looking could see his shoulders deflate slightly as he realized just how one sided his views had been the past few days. "Go get some masks-- and hand sanitizer." Was all he could get out before tucking his face into the crook of his elbow for a small coughing fit. One that had him holding his ear after before melting into the couch with a low, pained groan.

Kneeling down beside Han, Lino gently placed a hand on his arm, resisting the urge to pull him into an embrace. "I don't care. You're avoiding me. And I know you're doing it with good intent but it hurts and I can't take it. I needed to see you before I turned into a crying mess. Especially because I'm worried about your health..." Lino forced a small smile, glancing over his lover as if to check his symptoms, wanting to tend to him but he knew Han didn't want to risk spreading the illness. "You won't even return my texts and it's making me over think...and I just...I won't stay long. I just needed to see you. To see you're gonna be okay."

A head lifted when he could pick up his humans scent, brows furrowed lightly. It was logical that he could be found, but Minho rarely ever graced this room. A hand instantly moved to cover his mouth and nose, physically trying to remind himself not to kiss or nuzzle the other. "You're playing a dangerous game, Lino." Han mumbled through the fabric, a frown on his face but stayed hidden.

Dacre passes by the room with a bloody mouth, but he's not seen, he only looks to make sure the sick male was tended too and it appeared they were, and so he left to disappear into his apartment.

Lino peeked into the room curiously, his heart racing when he seen Han getting comfortable. He had missed his partner far too much and just seeing him out his emotions back at ease, even for a moment. Blanket and pillow in hand, he comes over to Han and places the pillow on the couch and wraps the blanket around Han.
"Rest well, my beautiful kitty." He whispers softly, suddenly feeling a pang of hurt in his chest.

Han strolled into the room the same as the night before. Simply looking for a cozy place to lay up and listen to some music. It was more difficult than usual, being a tad sick normally meant not being comfortable and in a state of pain. Yet there was something peaceful about this lobby that was much too nice to let go to waste.

“…..?” Dacre notes the silence and assumed the male fell asleep. Normally, he’d get up and leave, but the sickness bade him to nurture. He couldn’t resist. Carefully, he takes the phone and backtracks the video to lower the music, then off all together. Then puts a video on, ads play but they do so in silence thanks to Dacre’s thoughtful actions. The ads are soon skipped, then the sound is turned up in little increments. It’s rain sounds. The Were then considered temperature and.. with grave hesitation, he in a breath and places the back of his knuckle against a temple. The jaw clenched at the briefest touch, but he’s exhausted so the hunger strikes him quickly then dissipates. Depending on the temperature read, he’d fetch a comforter. A bottle of orange Gatorade was brought, and their AirPod, cleaned and.. oh no, where does he put it? Dacre becomes anxious, he didn’t want to start invading pockets. Eventually he sets it on the closest flat surface, hoping it would be thought about. After leaving something behind in case the male awoke, he reassured himself he didn’t need to guard and after a hesitating few minutes, he leaves to return to his apartment.

[] https://www.youtube.com/live/cI0zN1nG3PQ?si=rmUOkfJi5z_2j3DY

Dacre is more attentive to Jisung to hear them cough and struggle. At the soft apology, he retorts a gentle reassuring ‘it’s okay’. Taking an opportunity, he pauses before replying while it is evident something private is occurring for a moment. “The melodies and deepness of the last song gave me a reminder of that. Nice to feel a wave of nostalgia eh? And that so? I don’t use TikTok, I’d never get work done if I did. But he’s got wonderful talent, it’s no wonder he’s blowing up. You covered this guy? I didn’t know you played. I mean I know most idols sing but that’s cool..” Worry reflects over his own tired features;”Do you need to sleep? I can let you go if you need. I should be resting too, was just struggling for a bit but feeling better now.” While the next video is put on, he chuckles at the comment. “Hey, it’s a look.” The grin is reciprocated. Upon listening, once again he seems to be a fan and even bobs his head, then holds up a rocker hand gesture. “Oh this is /good/. I don’t think I can top that.” He pauses. “One more?”

[] https://youtu.be/dK6Gvee-ri4?si=PkPblVyAOE2IIVM9

[] don’t fret sweetie know. Take it easy. I’m not noticing a shift.

The positive reaction earns a soft, raspy chuckle only to be followed by a sleeved arm covering his mouth as he turned. A few brief coughs were heard with a soft apology before dark orbs watch the newly introduced screen, side eyeing his own phone to send off a text. "Damn, no no- I've heard that for sure. Very soft... but I don't know where from? But uh, my pick was Benson Boone.. he's going viral on tiktok right now for a few songs.. This is the one he's known the most for. Hell, even I covered it." Han mumbled, the sickness paired with being tired was enough to keep on the verge of sleep but not close enough to actually close his eyes. He was quick finding the next video, putting it on for the other before being unable to stop himself from a quick comment, "You two look like you could be brothers." There was a grin; it was the curly almost mullet and the mustache, maybe toss in the pale skin but it was amusing nonetheless.

() sorry for the switch on pov, I'm on a lot of cough medicine rn
https://youtu.be/Oa_RSwwpPaA?si=9CFbrTHQZZ8Amhsn

Dacre appreciates the silence, and watches with curious, tired eyes. As the song plays, a grin forms, then a subtle nod, or was it a bob along? He’s enjoying it. It’s not observable, or maybe it is, but he seems to really resonate with the lyrics. He only speaks when it is over. “Oh..that’s a really good one. Who sings that?” He pulls out his iPhone to pull it up on his own device. “That’s a good one, makes me think of something like this. Haven’t heard it in ages.” A single index taps the screen.

[] https://youtu.be/erywPdFfORE?si=pbzpPGDax-qud48D

Toes tap along to the beat, finding parts of it rather familiar but enjoying it overall. Though it would of been hard to tell without audible confirmation. Instead I put on the next song to play, exploring a little bit more out in an attempt to find the boundaries for Dacre's music taste

() https://youtu.be/f4Y3b7un4LE?si=zWPPfH1SxQkyEcKR

Dacre doesn't seem to pay any mind to the sniffle. A few taps in, and he hands the phone back to his companion. It takes him a bit, but he settles the longer he notes his company does the same thing. He could only had certain types of energy at the moment, and this.. this was okay.

[] https://youtu.be/c3lKDOxQUWw?si=BwayiLRk2rUx_Tit

"Yeah man, go for it." He nods, releasing his phone into the other's possession before stuffing both hands into the pockets on the front of his hoodie. A small yawn left him, followed by a little sniffle as he rubs the tip of his nose- but he was sure not to get too close to his company, not wanting anyone else to get sick on account of him.

Dacre sits with Jisung and watches the video, unsure if it was being handed over completely or simply shared. But he does watch the video and listen to the music quietly. He can appreciate a different taste in music, especially something that was korean pop which is often what he'd be exposed too. When it ends, he speaks gently;"May I?"

Music is paused as he felt the male come closer, wanting to give him time to adjust to the ear bud. As soon as they were both settled, Jisung held his phone out to the other. Allowing them to change the song, or view the music video- either way, he wasn't too picky but simply trying to mellow out before sleep took him.

()https://youtu.be/oKOtzIo-uYw?si=yNQ_GCCcOT5Zv7ad

Dacre considers while the silent offer is given. He doesn't overthink it, he likes music, who didn't? "Well alright." Comfortable beige slip on loafers pad across the floor as he came and sat down, ear piece plugged into his ear with.. some difficulty. He'd owned an iphone, but never a pair of airpods. He sits quietly, and anticipates what to hear, ankles crossing as a lax means to self soothe, he's quietly anxious.

"Music- maybe some music videos if they have it- just relaxing honestly." Was all he could say to describe the mood. A hand was reaching into his jeans before pulling out an airpod case with one bud in it. It was lifted, waved side to side before placed on the couch cushion next to him. A silent offer as his head rested on the back of the couch, staring up at the ceiling.

“What ya got there? Music? Videos?” Dacre steps into the room hesitantly. He hasn’t been out in so long he was abnormally..hesitant. Rut was long over, but regardless he’s in no rush to make a fool of himself.

The scent hit first, causing Han to glance over. Thankfully having two aussie men in his group made the accent paired with the English didn't throw him off. Not skipping a beat, he held up his phone to reveal a YouTube music Playlist. It was 90's r&b, naturally. "Chilling big guy, just chilling. You want in on this?"

No one is ever in here, ever. So when Jisung was, he peered in to see why. Eventually he called to the male, unaware they had AirPods in and would possibly not hear him. “Whatcha doin?”

Han took a moment while peeking in through the door frame. Seemingly empty, he took a few more strides before finding a spot on the couch to sit down on and splay out. A lot on his mind, but a grin stayed on his face nonetheless- An air pod keeping him entertained as he played through playlist after playlist.

Sprawling across the couch in the quiet room, and grabs the nearest pillow to sink his teeth into while the space seems desolate.

“I’m feeling crazy today.” He responds with a grin at the sight of his friend, giving him a little wave. “How’re you?”

"Oh, you come in here for a change. That's new." Dacre teases very gently.

Settling down on one of the couches to stretch out, eyeing the quietness of the room, unsure what to make of it.