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Saturday morning, a peaceful time for 4NEMO members because they get to enjoy their weekend break. However, being the super famous boy group, there are no long rest. Jean, the manager of the group sent a text reminding them of their schedule when Monday comes, immediately after saying, "have a nice weekend".
Aether sighs. "I want to sleep all day but it's my turn to buy the groceries.", he looked at the clock in his room and contemplating whether to get dressed now or later. "Hah, okay.... I'll check the schedule one more time, then I'll get going to the shower." He gave in and observe the schedule diligently and noticed some minor changes. "It's not going to effect us big time but I'll just give a heads up to Xiao."
Aether makes his way to the bathroom which located in his own room and took his time preparing to go out. When he was ready, he head downstairs and saw Xiao and Venti cuddling on the couch in front of the tv. "Ugh, lovebirds... They make me feel so single.", Aether thought to himself.
"Hey Xiao, did you check the group chat? The new event schedule Jean sent has some minor changes for your part." Aether told Xiao the information while wearing his shoes.
"Alright.", Xiao replied and then Aether hears them bickering.
"Ah, morning Aether! Are you going out now?", Kazuha greeted and Aether smiled and nod.
"Just a quick outing to buy groceries."
"Can I come with? I need to see Scara to pick up something."
"Sure, where do I need to drop you off?"
"Oh, I'm following you to the store! I told Scara to just meet me there and after I meet him, I can help you with the groceries!"
"That's neat. Thanks man."
Aether still hears Xiao and Venti bickering and wonders what's up. "Uh, hey.... you guys okay back there?"
"Aether, looks at this shit!"
Xiao showed his phone that has Venti as a lock screen and he saved Venti's contact as "My Beloved" meanwhile Venti....
"XIAO'S CONTACT NAME IN VENTI'S PHONE IS "ROOMMATE #4???" HAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHA"
Aether burst out laughing and Kazuha followed.
"Bruh, not even #1." Kazuha commented.
After the small fight, Xiao and Venti made up and Aether and Kazuha went out. The latter pair had to suffer traffic for a while but they eventually made it to the store. From afar, Aether can see Scara and informed Kazuha about it. After Kazuha's business is done, they shop peacefully. People often glanced at them but they're thankful that no one has invaded their private space.
Soon enough, they got all the stuff they need and they proceeded to go home. When they got back, Xiao and Venti are peacefully watching the tv and saw that their cook has arrived.
"Chef Mao! What are you making today?", Kazuha greeted the cook.
"Today I'm preparing Sticky Honey Roasted Chicken and Universal Peaceful Rice. I'm also going to prepare a new drink I've learned, Wolfhook Berry Juice!"
"Smells great, Chef Mao."
"Ah, thank you Aether. I'm glad it's all coming together! Oh, so you guys are back from grocery shopping?"
"Huh? Oh yes. It's my turn today!"
"Leave the stuff hear, I'll place them in the cabinet later."
"Oh no, it's okay Chef Mao. You're already cooking!"
"That's okay, you can leave that part to us!" Venti appeared with a slightly pouty Xiao.
"Okay then, I'll leave it to you guys."
Before Aether makes his way upstairs, disappearing from the living room, Kazuha managed to ask, "Aether, do you wanna watch tv?"
"No thanks, I'm good!", he replied quickly.
In his room, he changed his clothes to more comfortable ones and pick up the manga that he didn't finish last night. That day, he spent his whole time reading manga, going downstairs to just eat. "Xiao and Venti is conquering the ground floor... I don't wanna stay there for long.", Aether thought to himself every time he has to drag his feet going down.