What do you think you are doing here Jongin-sshi?- asked doctor Kang

I’m not sure myself, I mean I was doing fine but then not. I was working on a new choreography when I started coughing, I felt like the air I was breathing instead of helping me was burning my lungs. My cough sounded terrible- explained Kai

Could it be a sickness associated to your respiratory system? - Inquired doctor Kang

No, that’s not a possibility, every 4 months we have a complete checkup. Mine was just two days ago, it came out clean. Can a sickness grow this fast? - Kai was full of doubts.

No, it’s too soon for the respiratory system to develop a symptom like the one you’ve described. Are there other physical manifestations?- 

Yes, I.. uh..I started to feel my heart beat increase lately, and I’ve got really bad pains in my stomach, how to explain it?? It’s like instead of feeling butterflies in my stomach I feel knives inside- explained Kai.

Hm, I see. Well, to be honest I think I have a diagnosis, but it will be better if we have actual proofs. I’m prescribing some pills to lessen your symptoms, I need some blood samples- Hold on- I know you just have your physical examination, these samples are going to be the subject of some specific examinations, it’s easier to look for answers once you have the right questions to ask, apart from that I need a chest x-ray with specific angles. Here, take this medical order, give it to my secretary, he will make the arrangements and with the results we will know for sure. Do you have any questions?-

Uh..Um.. well, how long will the exams take? I mean I need answers very soon- inquired Kai.

The exams can be ready in 3 days after you provide us with your samples. We value time Jongin-sshi the sooner we have a diagnostic the better for the patient. Please take this prescription and this document to my secretary- They both stood up and the appointment was finished.

 

**Somewhere else in Seoul **

 

Hyung, are you coming back soon? - asked Sehun

No Sehunnie, I’m sorry I have still two more hours of script reading- answer Suho.

It’s ok, I guess it can’t be helped, see you tonight- Sehun ended the phone call. He was so bored: Chanyeol was at the studio creating music, Kai was out doing whatever, Suho wasn’t coming back. A knock on his door interrupted him. On the door stood Kyungsoo:

Hi Sehunnie, how are you?-

Kyungie Hyung!!! You are my savoir! - With an overly enthusiastic hug Sehun made room for Kyungsoo to enter the apartment.

Woah!! Hold on!! Why are you so happy to see me? - asked a clueless Kyungsoo.

Because you are my favorite hyung! - answered Sehun.

Sehun, you have said that about each of us, the EXO members, it kinda lots its meaning- Kyungsoo explained with a deadpan face.

But it’s true! All my hyungs in EXO are my favorite!- a stubborn Sehun answered

Whatever floats your boat. I thought you had a schedule, but then I heard noises so I decided to check on you- said Kyungsoo while sitting down on the couch mirroring the same action as Sehun.

I guess I’m too talented hyung, I already finished the photo session I got out early but no one’s here. I’m so bored-

Where’s Myonnie hyung? I thought he was free- asked Kyungsoo.

Nope, I called him and he said he was still busy in the script-reading. But I know the truth: he’s just looking around Seoul trying to find a wall to match his clothes, I never thought I’d be jealous of a wall- a pouty Sehun was a sight Kyungsoo found endearing.

Sehunnie, you’re being dramatic. Would you like some food? Maybe that can cheer you up - suggested Kyungsoo.

Oh my gosh!! You’re my hero!! C’mon hyung let’s get started- an enthusiastic Sehun stood up abruptly and took Kyungsoo’s hand leading them to the kitchen. Kyungsoo couldn’t help the smile forming in his heart shaped lips. He made dinner not only for Sehun but for the other members as well, Sehun kept talking to him and time flew. They ate and Sehun was so thankful that stood up to do the dishes:

Hyung you’re the best!!! Your cooking is out of this world, thanks for everything. You saved me!!- Sehun was hugging and petting Kyungsoo’s head showing his gratefulness, unaware that there were a pair of sad eyes following each movement.

Nah!! I still have room for improvement Sehunnie- said Kyungsoo while hugging back. A cough was heard and both of them took a look at Kai.

Am I interrupting something? - Kai asked while feeling how his throat was closing up.

Nope, here I was telling Kyungie hyung he’s the best. He cooked for us. Do you want to have dinner? Oops, sorry maybe you already had dinner with Jennie- said Sehun. Kai was not feeling well his heart rate was increasing, his palms were sweaty, and breathing was becoming difficult, though he knew better: taking pills with an empty stomach was not a good idea. Kai decided to mask his feelings and answered:

No I haven’t had dinner yet and I already talked to Jennie on the phone, we won’t meet up today. I’ll be having dinner here. Will you be here hyung? Can you keep me company? – asked Kai showing his best aegyeo, the one Kyungsoo used to never reject.

I’m truly sorry Jongin, but I’m really tired and I have an early schedule tomorrow. It would be the best if I go to sleep now. I’m sure Sehunnie can accompany you, right Sehun?- Kyungsoo was looking directly at the maknae.

Sure thing Kyungie hyung, your wish is my command- said Sehun in a joking manner. Kyungsoo, made his way to the door, he turned around and bid a farewell. Kai was so disappointed, not at Kyungsoo but with himself, his aegyeo was getting weaker, his Kyungsoo hyung didn’t ever bat an eyelash, a feeling of emptiness filled him. Even though you’re close, I miss you hyung- Kai reflected.