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"for every dark sky, there is a brighter day." i used to be afraid of the dark, but now i play in it. {{ Krystal || 18 || Shadow Manipulation }}

[ecxkjongdae]

Not so out of place | KJD & JSJ

[ecxkjongdae]

[...]

At the blink of an eye, he straightens his posture and squares his shoulders. There was a charm to his sharpness with everything about him seemingly angled from his cheekbones to the shape of his fingers. Although the library wasn’t quite the place to socialize (he can see the librarian out the corner of his eye making a move), he wasn’t going to let this moment pass for the sake of a few house rules. “Does this mean that you pick out books for the sake of reading them, then?” For every moment he spends alone and without interaction, he really should learn to converse smoothly and without missing a beat if he was going to be a suave individual. 

[ecxkrystal]

Krystal raises a brow, “Are you sure?” She shrugs before taking the bottled water back, raising it to her lips to take a sip. Her eyes follow his movement, noticing that there indeed was no pencil in his vicinity. A smile quirks up her lips as she rifles around in her bag and tosses a mechanical pencil at him, fully expecting him to catch it. 

At his stammering, the clearing of throat, and his nervous laughter, Krystal feels herself begin to smile back at him. A laugh bubbles past her lips, and she covers her mouth to try and stifle it, turning the other way. But it was clear that she was smiling from the way her eyes are turned up into half moon crescents. She’s watching him for more of a reaction, this shy and awkward boy has definitely piqued her interests. Krystal pushes her books aside, instead focusing all of her attention on him. Hell, homework can wait, and she can read any other time.

She watches as his posture is suddenly straightened, and his eyes flicker over to something moving to the side of her. Her own eyes slowly slide over to the object or person that has briefly gotten his attention. Ah, the librarian. Probably coming to scold them for talking in a library and to lower their god-damn voices (she most likely did not say god-damn, but Krystal was sure she was thinking it). When the boy in front of her speaks again, Krystal turns her attention back to him. 

She opens her mouth to speak, finger tracing random patterns on the wooden surface of the desk. “Yes, I do. Why? Is that wrong?” She tilts her head to the side, watching him with curiosity in her eyes.

[ecxmemes-blog]

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[dhwdabin]

(’looks at her finger for a moment, before tilting his head. he’s seen a lot of different abilities in the past year but this one took the cake. it was a pretty creepy looking.) shadow controller huh? no wonder you like the dark. (’when she grabbed his hand, his heart began to race. not because he was enjoying it, rather because she was pulling into a place full of darkness. he wasn’t liking this.) uhhhhh, n-no please it’s fine. I’ll wait out here for you. No use of a coward like me being in there. (’he said trying to squirm his way out of her hold.) damn girl, you’re strong…I kinda like that.

[ecxkrystal]

( ‘ She wiggles her brows after his comment. ) Well, my power thrives in the darkness... so of course, I would stray to it! ( ‘ She turned to glance at him, midway across the street towards the studio. ) Oh come on, don’t be a scaredy cat. Live a little will you Mino? ( ‘ She raised a brow, tilting her head to the side. She almost rolled her eyes but chose not to. ) Right, well if you like it so much, we’re heading straight into there. ( ‘ She pointed to the building. ) 

[dhwdabin]

(’he could hear people screaming, he even heard some distant growling but most of all he could hear talks of people wanting to escape from eden. that was the noise which scared him the most.) Uh, well I’m 21. I’m a radio host for eden fm and oh, I manipulate sound. you? (’he stammered out a bit hesitant. might as well share with the girl, even though she was a little too calm about all this.) yes! thats it! (’he exclaimed rushing forward, but stopping once he saw the glass entrance to the building shattered.) uh…well! we checked, no reason to go inside right? come on krystal, lets go somewhere safe. (’as worried as he was, mino was too much a coward to venture into the darkness of that building.) i left my sketchbook and journal in there though…shit. 

[ecxkrystal]

( ‘ She nods as he speaks, humming after he’s done. ) I’m 19, and I manipulate- actually can you guess? (’ She holds her hand up, and a shadow leaps towards her fingers. She raises a brow. ) Oh, come on, there’s bound to be something in there, right? I mean the glass is shattered. ( ‘ She grins then blinks when he comments that he left his sketchbook and journal in the studio. ) Oh, guess we have to go in thenn~ ( ‘ She sing songs before grabbing his hand and moving towards the broken glass entrance. )

[ecxkrystal]

ecxmino: (’staring at the girl and her sexy but scary smirk made him wonder what he was getting himself into right now. did he call out to the right person? but with the darkness all around him, it was too late to turn back now.) O-okay, uh the names Mino. (he finally said turning his head to look around them. it was dark and he could hear a few people running just a few feet away. was it done out of fear or a purpose?) my studios that way, come on lets hurry. (he said grabbing her hand, yet ushering her in front of him. he was still afraid of the dark.) what’s your name?

[ she skipped forward in front of him, smiling only briefly when he took her hand in his. ] I’m Krystal! Nice to meet you, Mino. [ she smiled at him again. with her free hand, she let shadows twist around her fingers as she skipped, though it was barely visible. ] since we’ve got a bit of time to spend, why don’t you tell me about yourself, mino? [ she stretched out his name with a pop, turning to look back at the taller boy. ] ah! is that it? [ she pointed up ahead, stopping in place, hand still tightly clasped in his. ]

[ecxkrystal]

"All right, just hold still. If you move your broken leg’s only gonna get worse."

Krystal hissed, her eyes squinting shut in pain. The accident had been sudden, something that happened out of no where. For god’s sake, she had tripped. But exactly what had she tripped on? Nothing.

Krystal, a dance major, had tripped on practically nothing and catapulted onto the ground face first. 

“Agh, god damn it! Why’d this have to go and happen?!” She cursed at her leg, grimacing when she moved it again.

“Krys, you need to hold still!” Jiyeon said, glaring at her for a moment before shaking her head and sighing.

Krystal looks towards the older girl who’s frowning down at her injured leg, fingers hovering over her leg. “I can’t believe this happened when we were supposed to be out shopping.”

The older girl only looks back at Krystal and smiles softly, shaking her head, before going back to trying to call for some help on her identification bracelet. 

“Sorry, I’m such a klutz. I’m supposed to be a dancer, for god’s sake.”

[ecxkrystal]

"Could you please lend me a hand with this?"

Krystal huffs, leaning against the doorway to Minho’s tattoo shop. Her blonde hair flowed softly in the wind as she watched him, her fingers playing with the ends of her strands. 

“Minho, this isn’t my shop. Why should I help?” She scoffs, lifting her chin to stick her nose in the air. Her arms crossed across her chest as she sinks down even more in the doorway, black booted feet sticking out.

Minho nudges her feet aside, sending her a quick glare before setting down a box. “If you were such a good friend, you would pick up a god damn box and help me. These boxes aren’t going to move itself, Krys. And besides, if you actually help, I’ll get you an ice cream.” 

Krystal whined, her lower lip sticking out into a pout. She stepped away from the doorway and moved towards the taller boy, “Minnnhooo, why do you always have to do this to me?” But she still moved towards the box, lifting one up and grumbling all the way to the door. 

“What I do for an ice cream.”

[krystalaesthetic]

Krystal x electric shock (2012)

[ecxnamjoon-blog]

pressure.

[ecxnamjoon-blog]

[...]

he snorts at her next sentence— glancing around at the high-end bar, shinier and nicer kept than most of the other ones in jeonnal. “you were probably drawn by the lack of puke on the front door,” he joked, “or maybe you just couldn’t smell it, who knows. bars aren’t exactly pretty places most of the time.”

namjoon happened to refuse to work in a dump. so he made sure his bar was nice— if it went to shit, he was leaving. end of story. there’s just a few things that will set him off, and filth is one of them. gross.

[ecxkrystal]

Krystal hummed in thought before she tilted her head, hair falling over her shoulder. “And, you’re quite a different bartender then, aren’t ya? Would it be too far to say that you’re sort of like the knight in shining armor?”

She grinned then laughed, letting her finger swirl around the rim of her cup. She took a sip of the water before looking back up at him. It was nice to know that people like him existed here in Eden. Someone who would willingly step in to help if shit was to go down, not one who would turn a blind eye.

“Maybe,” She replied, her finger drawing abstract shapes on the glass of the bar counter. “Or there could’ve been something else...” She said this more to herself before she shrugged, “Or it could’ve really been the nonexistent puke on the front door.” She crinkled her nose, “Those don’t smell at all pleasant... which is kind of to be expected. Cheap place, cheap drinks is usually how it goes.”

[ecxyoongi]

[...] he stumbled into a window, sweat beading on his skin, rushing to open it. “fire! there’s— there’s a fire up here, please— i—” he hadn’t panicked this much in a while, not since the day his second ability kicked in and all he could hear was everyone’s voices. but this was different.

[ecxkrystal]

help.

It happened when she was on her usual nightly stroll. The night was young and quiet, the only sounds from the city was the soft whirling of an occasional passing android or the soft pounding of nightclubs that ran late.  Who would've thought something like this would've happened on a night so peaceful... so perfect? 

It was the lick of the flames reaching up towards the sky, the smell of smoke filling the air, and the screams of help that notified her. It was the startled cry of ‘fire’ that had her eyes widening, and in a split moment, her body was moving on her own. She was running, throwing herself in the direction of the scream. The flames from the building licked at the skies, casting eerie shadows waving in the low lighting. If the situation wasn’t what it was, you would’ve thought that it was beautiful. 

Krystal skidded to a stop in front of the burning building, looking around wildly. She had to do something-anything. There was clearly a person stuck in there, if the sounds of screaming wasn’t a clear sign. She carded a hand through her dyed blonde hair, biting her lip and murmuring curses under her breath.

“Hang in there!” She shouted towards the figure in the building.

Then, she snapped her fingers, her eyes lighting up. Lifting her hand, she felt the shadow tendrils from the fire slowly draw towards her. Directing the shadows towards the window where she had heard the scream from, she created stairs and a shield around it except for the opening. Turning away for a brief moment, she looked for something to stop the fire.

[ecxkrystal]

[ Late Night Meetings ] || Minho x Krystal

[ecxminho]

Her praise had him smiling. Subtle, subdued, but there. “Thank you, but nah,” Minho replied, and shook his head. Good thing she seemed easily pleased. “I used to work as a barista a few years back, now I’m just friends with one and he lets me chill here most nights. Sometimes I’m forced to help out with taking orders,” he said, mouth quirking in amusement, “but this is the first time I’ve actually made someone a fancy drink and all. At least in a while.”

Now that part one was done, and successfully, he grabbed the scanner from his pocket and held out his other hand. “I’m glad you like it though, but I guess that means you’re paying. That’ll be 4,500 won.” His smile slipped into a smirk and he crooked his fingers, silently asking for her wrist.

[ecxkrystal]

“Well, you had some sort of barista training in your system, so at least that was a guarantee that my drink wouldn't turn out like shit.” Krystal smiles and looks around the cafe, “Probably an easy night for you too, ain’t it? Considering the owner just about left.”

At the thought of paying, Krystal’s lips dragged down into a small frown. “I guess all good things have to be paid for.” She held out her wrist, leaning her face onto her open palm as she looked at him. A sigh blew past her lips as his fingers grasp her wrist. “The struggles of a girl who loves to drink coffee.”

[dhwdabin]

(’staring at her lips as she spoke, he slowly looked down unable to believe those words. for the first time he’s set foot in this city, he was actually free. but there were others that were probably a lot more dangerous than him now free as well.) but! but what about rioters? looters? my studio?! (’he screamed out, standing up from his spot to get closer to her.) without the government, there no control, and with no control then…there is…a lot of danger. (’as he rambled he realized how pathetic he must of sounded.) Uh I mean…aren’t you afraid or something? 

[ecxkrystal]

[ krystal tilted her head before she laughed, throwing her head back as she did so. ] relax, uh… [she snapped her fingers] wait, what’s your name? and if you’re so worried about your studio, let’s head over there now. we can check if no one has vandalized it yet. [she bit her lip as she looked around them.] i doubt anyone has really had the time to do anything. [ she looked back at him before a smirk spreads its way onto her lips. ] well, for one thing, i’m definitely not afraid of the dark. [ and with those words, she gives him a quick smirk. ]

[ecxkrystal]

  ecxmino:

   The lights went out. (’he whimpered, curling himself against the closest building. mino was a real pussy when it came to this type of stuff, he hated the dark. even after twenty one years he still slept with a night light.) oh shit, oh shit, what’s happening? (’he called out to the person who walking right by him. probably confused him for a bum honestly) should I call the auth- (’oh wait, even their bracelets were useless at this point.) so we can’t reach the goverment…and they can’t reach us…right?     

[ a hum escapes krystal’s lips as she skips along the streets. ] darkness! ah, sweet darkness! [ she lets the shadows that she possesses curl around her fingers, trailing around her for a moment before a voice calls out, immediately halting her in her steps. she’s quiet, tilting her head as she makes her way towards the voice. ] no siree! we’re freee! free as can be! [she twirls around, winking and smiling as a giggle slips past her lips. ]

[ecxkjongdae]

Not so out of place | KJD & JSJ

[ecxkjongdae]

[...]

"Hi yourself," he replies a bit weakly. He clears his throat again, trying to rev up his voice now that it required to be used even in a quiet space of the library. "Writing a report too?" He wasn’t much for small talk; he sucked at it even though he tried again and again. Something about wanting to relate and yet not knowing shit about the next person over always made him hiccup; small talk was easier among friends, which he had very little of around here. But the chirp in her voice despite the tension evident in the air from report-writing and topic-researching makes Jongdae smile, moving his hologram screen to the side so that he could see her straight on, sitting up a little in his seat, minding his posture into something more attentive.

[ecxkrystal]

Krystal watches him for a moment, wide eyes and a startled look. A small smile slips onto her lips at the shy boy behind the big thick rimmed glasses. Seemed like he was researching something too, from the way his hologram screen was opened to some sort of site with loads of words on it. She plays with the edge of the book, her pointer finger trailing the spine of the book, its golden lettering and faded lettering. 

Hearing his hoarse voice, she raises a brow before nudging over an unopened water bottle. “Sounds like you need a bit of water,” She gives him an easy grin before she leans her head on her open palm, shoulder resting against the table. “Not exactly a report, if I’m being entirely honest.” She looks around the library, heads hunched over ancient books and fingers tapping furiously on the holographic screens. “What can I say, the past interests me.” 

Tilting her head, Krystal glances back at Jongdae for a moment before looking back at the peeling letters of the book. “So, what brings you to the library? Are you writing a report?” She looks up for a moment from picking at the book to smile at him again. Despite the quiet and sleep-deprived atmosphere, she shows no sign of tiredness, only flashing him a bright smile as she waits for his response.

[ecxkrystal]

[ Underaged ] || Jet & Krystal

[ecxjet-blog]

[...]

“Anything in particular, something.. maybe sweet? or fruity?” His grin curled into a nicer smile. “Then i can make sure you have something to your taste” he chuckled a little bit and shook his head slightly “I’ve had a few drinks returned for not enough pointers.”

He pulled out a glass ready to prepare something that she might like and waited for her to give him some baseline ideas for her concoction. 

[ecxkrystal]

Taking a deep breath, she mentally sighed. That was actually a really close one. Any longer, and he might have asked for her ID... which would show that she was very well underaged. Krystal watched as the bartender smiled at her answer. Ah, so this was a good thing then? She had high hopes for the drink, but then again, she had never drunk before. So, most likely, anything done well enough would taste great to her. 

“Hmm,” She tapped her lip as he asked her a question, “I’m craving something sweet today,” She grinned before laughing and shaking her head, “Not really your fault then, is it? More like it’s their fault for not being too clear about instructions.” 

[ecxkrystal]

[ Late Night Meetings ] || Minho x Krystal

[ecxminho]

[...]

With a mild smile, he waved and shooed her away from the counter. “Go sit down, I’ll bring your drink to you once it’s done.” Once she left he continued working. It took some trial and error, but eventually he got the espresso machine to cooperate and began frothing milk. Slipping in some esspresso and caramel syrup, he topped it off by drizzling caramel sauce over the foam. “Here you go,” he said, bringing over the mug on a saucer, and set it down on the table in front of Krystal. “Take a sip and let me know how you like it.”

[ecxkrystal]

Krystal watched Minho for a moment before the boy shooed her away. She pouted before he explained and she nodded, moving towards one of the empty tables. Settling down in the chair, she crossed her legs and leaning her head against her open palm, elbow resting against the table. She watched Minho for a moment before turning her head to look out the window. The streets around the cafe were quieter this time of night. There weren’t any big night clubs or bars around here. Every once in a while, she would see a stray passerby, the only thing that indicated their presence in the darkness was the glowing bracelets with their insignia engraved in them. 

Krystal’s forefinger drew on the table, tracing random shapes and patterns as she hummed. There was a sort of quiet peace here, even if it wasn’t deathly quiet. There was the sound of the espresso machine and the soft sound of background music, but still, she enjoyed the rare moments of quiet. Hearing the mug clink as it was settled down on the table, Krystal turned her head to catch Minho’s eyes. She smiled, saying a quick thank you before taking the mug and sipping it. 

Her lips broke into a grin as she looked at him again, “Oh my god, this is really delicious,”  She licked her lips from the stray foam on her lips, “Are you new here? You can’t possibly be right? Not with these kind of skills.”

[rkwonwoo]

shopping spree —subin+soojung

[...]

Her feet were starting to ache when the girl came, her signature smile etched on her face, urging Subin to drop her annoyance and welcome the girl into her arms. “Krys,” she smiled, “that took you a while.” Brushing a strand of hair away from her sister’s eyes, she turned towards the store, its lights barely illuminating the interior of the place. One of the few stores that were actually open, she couldn’t tell why and it’s not like she minded. “Come on, I have a few outfits I’d like to see on you today.”

[ecxkrystal]

Krystal hurried along the paved streets, her dyed blonde hair flying behind her. She cursed underneath her breath. Why did she forget to set her alarm today of all days? Her chest heaved up and down, and she furrowed her brows as she pushed herself harder to get to where Subin was. It wasn’t hard to get through the streets, considering the whole White Day incident... and she didn’t know how to feel about it. She decided that she felt grateful for it at the moment; why? Well, the absence of people meant less people in her way. Less people in her way meant she would get to Subin faster.

“Oh my god, I’m so sorry I’m late, Subin!” She said in between breaths, running a hand through her hair and giving her sister a nervous smile. She felt her sister brush a stray strand of hair away from her eyes and stepped closer to her. “Shopping spree today, then?” She wiggled her eyebrows before breaking into a bigger grin.