The real story is just about to begin. Hyukjae was still dumbfounded as he went out of the hospital. He looked at the side and saw
his reflection from the tinted window of the hospital. The sun has already set and it's already dark outside. His mind is full of
images from what happened earlier. Ryeowook opened his eyes right before him. He opened his eyes right after Hyukjae wishes for him
not to wake up anymore. Is this what they called what goes around come around? He asked for something bad to happen to Ryeowook but
the opposite happened. He stopped in an empty hallway and closed his eyes. Did he regret wishing for Ryeowook to sleep forever? No,
he just feel guilty that after having that bad thought, he actually witness the other opening his own eyes.

Isn't it better? I can still kill this. He heard Sungmin in his mind. That was when he told his dear friend that he is in love with
Kyuhyun. Sungmin ah, can you really kill it? Hyukjae chuckled bitterly as he turned to the side, his eyes sharp. What is he thinking
about? It's not like it is still possible for Sungmin to like him because of what might happen in the very near future.  He
sighed deeply and closed his eyes as if regretting something. What should he do? His jaw clenched and he could just sink in his own thoughts
about the three's bubble.

I had Sungmin the other night, he didn't complain. Now it is Kyuhyun's turn to speak in his mind. I will have to choose between them.
Choose? It's either Sungmin or Ryeowook and no matter which angle Hyukjae looks at it, the one who's going to cry the most will be
Sungmin. It's either he'll volunteer to leave or let Kyuhyun push him out of the other's life. Either way he will be hurt. How will
he handle it? He said he cannot imagine a life without Kyuhyun. Sungmin ah, you should start thinking about that soon. He sighed
deeply as he opened his eyes. His hands in fist. What should he do? Should he have asked Ryeowook to go back to sleep
again? But it has been 3 years since he last opened his eyes, of course, it's time to wake up. He has done alot by just sleeping...
but now that he's awake, what else could he do? It's more fearful now that changes will be rattled again before it could even start to
settle. Things won't go back to their previous position. What should he do?

Hyukjae took his phone and dialled Sungmin's number. He will be the news bearer.

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Sungmin and Kyuhyun are already on their bed, both and are under the thick blanket. They have finished their first 'house warming'
and are still in the mood for more rounds in a little while. It is a good feeling knowing that they are under the same blanket.
Sungmin stood up and walked towards the blanket they used on the floor. He picked up both glasses of wine and pass the other glass to
Kyuhyun while he sipped on his. Kyuhyun watches
him as he walked towards the other side of the bed. Sungmin is right before him. It has always been a delight to see him like
that. His skin is always smooth and warm against Kyuhyun's. He smirked at himself when he felt something down south getting ready for
another hot round. Just looking at Sungmin can make 'it' stand like that, Sungmin must be a walking drug. He's someone Kyuhyun would
like to have everytime, anytime. He finished the good amount of wine in his glass and placed it down before pulling Sungmin to lie on the bed.

Kyuhyun pressed his lips on Sungmin's forehead and then to his nose...and a long kiss in his mouth. Kyuhyun loves Sungmin's forehead,
he has some personal es as such and he just adores the other's forehead alot. He also likes Sungmin's nose; he likes that it
is small and yet pointy and straight. And who wouldn't want to have those lips being pressed on his own? Sungmin has the prettiest
lips he has ever seen, not even the egocentric him can say his lips are as lovely as the other's.

Sungmin clung to him with both arms on his shoulder and legs around his waist. Already, he knows they're up for another round because
Kyuhyun's downsouth is giving him hints of what he wants. He won't complain. It's like a wedding honeymoon without the wedding of course.
He rubbed his waist of Kyuhyun's manhood to abit. He pressed a kiss to Kyuhyun before smiling beautifully at him. Kyuhyun
thought Sungmin's eyes are always bright before him. The light in his night.

"Thanks for doing this, Kyuhyun. You have no idea how happy I am." It was a sincere expression. It really comes from the heart. Sungmin...
even he doesn't have any idea how to describe how happy he is. It's like being served a dozen of caramel sundae with marshmallows and
whip cream. No... it's more than that. It's like witnessing Jung Yunho's concert in the front row seat. But that is overrated. He
just can't describe the exact happiness he's feeling right now.

"You are?" Sungmin nodded a number of times. So he made Sungmin happy with this. He made Sungmin happy by them moving in together.
At least he made the right decision to do this. He made Sungmin happy. Sungmin reached up to have his lips before holding him
tightly around his neck. He'll reward Kyuhyun with his kisses to show his appreciation.

Being with Kyuhyun has always been a part of his dreams, even before Ming disappeared in his life. Sungmin had always wanted to be with
Kyuhyun for good. He wanted them to stick together like bestfriends should. But who would have thought no bestfriend would actually
want to spend a lifetime with the other unless he is deeply in love with him. He was foolish back then and although he misses
Kyung and Ming's existence; being with Kyuhyun is the greatest thing he had ever had.

Another shared kiss before exchanging smiles. They could have wished to make it endless like this. They could have started the
for the next round... but before Kyuhyun could even move his lips further inside his mouth, Sungmin's phone started ringing...

Kyuhyun chuckled when Sungmin ranted silly words under his nose. Who, on 's world, is this? He sat up and reached for his
phone near the lampstand. He rolled his eyes. "It's Hyukjae..." What does Hyukjae wants? Work has ended hours ago! He rolled his
eyes again and was about to press the answer button.

Kyuhyun took the phone when he was about to answer. "Don't answer..." he placed Sungmin's phone away from the other and shook his
head. The phone continuously rings in Kyuhyun's hand.

"But-"

Huh, Sungmin wants to reason out? No, not for Hyukjae. He'll tease this man until he gives up his endless admiration for Sungmin.
"Or do you want him to listen to us?" he asked Sungmin. The other immediately shook his head. Where, on making out's name, did Kyuhyun
got the idea of letting Hyukjae hear them. No way! He wouldn't be able to look at the other in the eye if that happens.

Kyuhyun smirked at him and leaned forward. He didn't bother looking at the phone as he placed it back to the lampstand. It ended at
the very edge and it fell immediately due to its vibration. They were about to ignore it but the drop actually made the answer
button to activate. Kyuhyun's face is just so near Sungmin now.

"Sungmin ah..." Both stopped their activities and looked frustrated upon hearing Hyukjae's voice. Kyuhyun dropped his head hopelessly
as he heard the other's voice over the phone. Sungmin should mentally note that he shouldn't always put his phone on loud speakers!
They chuckled under their noses. Should they let their dear friend to listen to the sound of them making out? It's not their fault
anyway. Sungmin chuckled shortly when he saw the other's frustrated look. The other shook his head. Kyuhyun was about to lean forward
and ignore the call, hoping for Hyukjae to just hang up but...

"I just want you to know..."

Just say it, dammit! Sungmin wanted to ignore Hyukjae's speech, what is there to talk about that he needs to pause for too long?
Kyuhyun's kiss is on the way and Sungmin just wanted to reach for it but everything stopped and the whole world crash right before
their vulnerable, selves...

"Ryeowook has awaken."

Sungmin witnessed two things upon hearing Hyukjae's announcement; His wide smiled slowly disappearing and Kyuhyun's eyes widening
shortly before becoming blank right before him. He immediately turned his face away from Sungmin and looked at the phone on the
floor. Sungmin swallowed and did the same. What did they just hear? They are both and unguarded at the very moment. The phone
became the star of the night as both Sungmin and Kyuhyun just looked at it. A short silence. Even Hyukjae was quiet in the other
line. What else is he supposed to say? The two's heartbeat became too loud for them to hear. They were deafen by the silence that
surrounded them; even the loud ticking of the annoying clock was ignored.

"That's it."

That was the queue for Kyuhyun to almost jump out of bed and dive in to the floor to get the phone. What did he just hear? Was it
for real? Does Hyukjae hate him so much that he wants to pull a prank like this? He took the phone and immediately placed it in his
ear. He needs to talk to Hyukjae and make this thing clear. He's quite sure he missed something there. What does the other mean
Ryeowook has awaken? No, he won't wake up yet. Not this day. Not tonight. He won't wake up just yet. Hyukjae is just playing with
Sungmin.

"Hyukjae ah!" Kyuhyun said. His eyes immediately turned to the phone. Hyukjae didn't answer him anymore. A beep sound that says the
other line has hung up. Kyuhyun swallowed as he looked at the phone. His mouth agaped and his mind has been clouded. There was nothing
around him but the phone in his hand. Its light has turned off. There was no more sound in Kyuhyun's ears other than the piercing
beat of his heart. Is this how he should feel when Ryeowook wakes up? He has never tried that prank before. His eyes blinked once and
twice before he swallowed again.

Did Hyukjae really said that? His head felt light. He has thought about what he will feel once he hears the news but right now,
things just seemed to be jumbled in his head. He closed his eyes hardly, he cannot turn his back because he knows he'll see Sungmin.
Sungmin is here. He's always here.

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Sungmin watched Kyuhyun as he rested his head on his knees in another corner of the place. He, on the other hand, is on the bed doing
the same position as Kyuhyun. They were already dressed up and yes, it's too obvious that none of them are in the mood to continue
what they are doing earlier. He sighed. He could have cursed that phone call but no... it was an important call. It was a news.
No, it was the news. The news that could startle everyone. They wouldn't really care about the upcoming end of the world or the
storm that has hit Korea but hearing Ryeowook waking up is like experiencing those first hand. What will he do? What should he think
about? How did Hyukjae knows about this? How did he react? What did Ryeowook tell him? Does he hate Sungmin? Does he hate Kyuhyun?
What is Kyuhyun thinking about?

He looked at Kyuhyun again. What is he thinking about? He looked down once again. Is he thinking of going to the hospital? Is he
thinking of going to Ryeowook? Is he thinking of leaving Sungmin? What should Sungmin think about? Should he be the one to leave first?
Is Kyuhyun going to push him away? Does Kyuhyun still need him? Why is he thinking like this? He went down the bed and squat in
front of Kyuhyun. This is the least he can do for both Ryeowook and Kyuhyun. Something they both deserve. And no, he won't leave...
not until Kyuhyun tell him to do so.

Kyuhyun lifted his head when he felt a warm touch on his hand. He saw Sungmin, his lips almost fail to form a straight smile. Sungmin
is here. The light in his darkness. The star in his world. He looked down. They've shared something more than best friends should
share. They've moved in together and they'll be sharing their lives together. You have no idea how happy I am. He made Sungmin happy.
It is the first time he heard the other saying that. He didn't have second thoughts about moving in together but he didn't consider Ryeowook
waking up this soon. Was it too soon for Ryeowook to wake up? Isn't 3 years long enough? What should he do? He
looked at Sungmin. What is he thinking about? Why is he sitting in front of him? Why is he forcing himself to smile? Will he ask me
not to go to Ryeowook?

"I won't go to him." Kyuhyun said as he looked down. His voice is monotonous and it just made Sungmin guilty. His eyebrows crossed shortly and he
felt like his heart was squeezed too tightly. Is it because of him that Kyuhyun is stopping himself to go to Ryeowook? Who is he to stop
Kyuhyun from going to Ryeowook? He never stopped Kyuhyun even from before, what right does he have to stop the other especially now
that he has opened his eyes?

Sungmin shook his head gently. "You should see him, Kyuhyun." the other looked at him, eyes asking him why. Sungmin felt scared that
he actually let those words slipped away. He felt like he will lose something because of this but he's not selfish to keep Kyuhyun
from Ryeowook. This is something Kyuhyun should do. "You deserve to see him." A gentle smile. "I'm sure Ryeong would be glad to see
you as well."

Will he? Will he really be happy to see Kyuhyun? But if it wasn't for Kyuhyun he won't be there. Does he deserve to see Ryeowook? A
warm touch in his face. He looked up and saw Sungmin's eyes gentle before him. Sungmin convinced himself that he is doing the right
thing. He should do this for Ryeowook. If it wasn't for him, Kyuhyun would have come early to their date and things could have been
different. He looked down. No wait, there is an understatement here. Things could have been different- would he like it if things haven't
been different? If it wasn't for what happened will he get the chance to have Kyuhyun by his side like this? Would he even realise
that he is deeply in love with his bestfriend? Things could have been different- he doesn't regret what he and Kyuhyun started sharing
while Ryeowook is in that state. It was the only good thing that has happened after that incident.

He saw Kyuhyun looking so doubtful and insecure. He's gritting his teeth and his eyes keeps on moving around the floor. Sungmin held
his face with both hands. His warm palms made Kyuhyun come back to their own world.
"You'll be fine." A kiss on his forehead. He used his thumb to gently press Kyuhyun's lips before he leaned forward to kiss him.
"I'll be there with you."

It will be fine... because Sungmin will be there with him. What should he say to Ryeowook? What should he do when they see each
other? It will be fine...because Sungmin will be there.

That night, their first night in the apartment...there were more silence that surrounded them. They both lie on the bed and thought
deeply about the same person- Ryeowook. Although their thoughts about him are different. What will Kyuhyun say when he sees Ryeowook?
What will he do when he arrives in the hospital? How will Ryeowook feel upon seeing him? Sungmin must be there by his side so that he
can hold the other's hand and avoid faltering.

Where should he stay when Kyuhyun is with Ryeong? How should he smile when he sees Ryeong and Kyuhyun's meeting? What will he say to
excuse himself? Where will he go after sending Kyuhyun there?

Sungmin looked down shortly before looking at the hand that touched his own hand. Kyuhyun is looking at the ceiling while slowly
interlacing their fingers. Sungmin smiled gently, Kyuhyun holding on to his hand like this tonight has never happened before. Sure, they
hold hands but not like this. Kyuhyun wants him by his side. Kyuhyun wants to be sure of the other's presence. Who is Sungmin to decline?

He let go of Kyuhyun's hand before the other could close their palms together. Kyuhyun doesn't need to hold his hand to know that
Sungmin is here. He turned to the other and tightly wrapped his arm around him instead.

They met each other's eyes when Kyuhyun looked down and Sungmin look up at him. A gentle smile. And a kiss in the lips enough to
make them feel secure for the rest of the night. Sleep has to come in soon with Sungmin cuddling to Kyuhyun and the other's arm
securely around him.

Let it be peaceful tonight.

At least for tonight.

*Author's note: I am an evil author but just so you guys
know, I don't have the heart to break your heart on valentine's
day. Happy for those with dates tonight. And for those who doesn't
have, we can always internet to date our precious boys.

I was glad when I opened my page today. Ryeowook waking up can
make those silent readers come out of their shells haha... I want to hear
more from you so stop hiding in your pockets!

Have a good and hearty night!^^