“How is he now doctor?”

“Stabalized. He was just dehydrated. Yesterday’s outing really took a toll on him. You may leave now.”

Dongwoon’s heart skipped a beat as he heard the familiar voice. He peeked through his right eye and gasped as he realized how close his doctor had been all along.

“Good evening Mr Son” Yoseob greeted him as he changed his IV bag.

“G-Good evening Dr Yang. . . But what day is it?” Dongwoon asked confused. Hadnt he gone to the park during the evening?

He turned to look at Yoseob who had visible dark rings under his eyes. Had he caused this much trouble last night?

Yoseob chuckled at his question and replied “Please don’t worry about it Mr Son. It is the day after my arrival.” Yoseob avoided mentioning the park. He was still embarrassed and afraid of what his patient might say. His behavior wasn’t a normal reaction of any doctor he knew.

Dongwoon let his words sink in after realizing he had slept through a whole day. He shut his eyes and leaned back as he sighed. Remembering the words he had heard last night. . . Were they too good to be true? He really didn’t know. Probably. . .

“If youd like, I can give you more time to rest Mr Son.” Yoseob put in, noticing how his patient looked uncomfortable with his eyes closed in concentration. Perhaps he required more rest. . .

Dongwoon immediately opened his eyes in desperation and shook his head violently, making him dizzy.

“That wont be necessary. And please call me Dongwoon Dr Yang” He added in suddenly feeling shy.

Yoseob smiled happily and turned more bubbly. A side he never showed during his professional time.

“Yah. . . well then if I can call you Dongwoon please call me Yoseob.” He smiled at his patient and added “Hold up tight. I’m going to go get you some food.” He left without allowing Dongwoon to say a word.

Dongwoon sat up trying to stop him but it was too late. He didn’t really feel hungry . . . But this protective and responsible side of his doctor made him feel safe. He had only just met him but he felt so secure around this man. But . . . he would never have a chance with this man. . . He probably didn’t even like men. . . Or him for that matter . . . He was just a patient to him after all.

Feeling suddenly down he slumped back onto his bed staring at his ceiling. Gah. . .Son Dongwoon. . .what are you expecting from this man?

Just as he wondered this, Yoseob walked back into the room holding two trays.

“I hope you don’t mind if I take my dinner break.” He smiled as he set down his tray and gave Dongwoon his food. “I really wasn’t sure what you like and felt foolish for not asking you. But I really like the grilled chicken sandwich from downstairs.”

 He unwrapped the food and fruit, getting a little carried away. He had to stop himself from feeding his patient. He didn’t want to creep him out. . .  .

Dongwoon looked at his doctor appreciatively and thanked him. “Don’t worry about it Yoseob-hyung. . .I actually love the chicken sandwich too.” He blushed as he realized he had called his doctor hyung.

Yoseob picked up on his embarrassment and nodded, “Anything for my dongsaeng!” He bit into his sandwich before he could say anything else.

They ate in silence as they had both become uncomfortable with one anothers actions. Both believed they had gotten carried away. But Dongwoon was still confused about his hyung. And felt the need to thank him.

“Yoseob hyung. . .” He started and stared at the doctor as he left sauce on his chin.

Dongwoon took a napkin and wiped his chin, brushing his hand slightly on his skin, causing them both to shiver.

“Mmm. . thank you Dongwoon-goon” Yoseob nodded trying to control his reaction. “Pretty cold in here isn’t it?” He tried to divert the conversation to justify his shiver.

Dongwoon laughed and nodded thanking his hyung mentally for creating an excuse for the both of them. But he got serious again and started over.

“Actually Dr Yang. . .I wanted to thank you for what you did yesterday. No one has ever offered to go with me on that important day. And although you didn’t really ask. . .it meant a lot to me that you went.” Dongwoon stared down at his hands. A habit he often had when he was embarrassed.

“Don’t worry about that Dongwoon. And stop calling me Dr Yang. Arent we friends now?” Yoseob smiled politely at his dongsaeng.

Dongwoon looked up and smiled happily. The cloud on his eyes flickered away quickly, as if it had never been there and suddenly came back as an idea occurred to him. Its only out of pity. . . .

“I suppose if youd like it that way. . .” Dongwoon sighed at the end unhappily realizing this was all out of pity. Why why why?

Yoseob noticed his change in tone and set his food aside and took his hands. He cupped them protectively and stared at him in the eyes.

“Dongwoon-ah. I mean what I said yesterday. I have now made a vow to the most important person in your life. I will not go back on my word. You will be saved. And it will be me who will be the one to do it.” Yoseob nodded at his patient and let his hands go grabbing the empty tray.

“Try to get some sleep. Ill be taking a double shift tonight so as to make sure youre okay.” He told his patient as he got up and started to walk out the door.

“Wait!. . “ Dongwoon grabbed his doctor’s coat. Yoseob looked down at him with a worried expression wondering what was wrong.

“Will you be here the whole time?” Dongwoon asked his doctor. Yoseob nodded and smiled.

“Im sorry I never even asked if you mind. I hope its ok? Unless you want one of the nurses to take care of you?” Yoseob asked, he had overlooked the possibility that Dongwoon might have a lover in this hospital. His options were pretty limited after all.

“Eh? . .Why would the nurses. . .” Dongwoon stopped as this sunk in. “OHHH. . .” He chuckled at his hyung. “Yoseob-ah please do not misunderstand. I don’t like women. I like men.” He continued to chuckle and didn’t notice the look on Yoseob’s face. . .of relief.

“That’s a relie-. . “ He caught himself before he could say anything stupid. “Really interesting fact Dongwoon. Actually Im also. .. . “

He was interrupted by a panting Hyuna who crashed through the door.

“Sorry to interrupt Dr Yang but theres someone here to see you.”

Before she could finish her sentence a man came in and stood before Yoseob.

Double update today. Didnt make sense to upload tomorrows chaps. :)
Hopefully finished by next week ^^ latest~