Kris POV

     Holy crap. Why has Tao been so quiet over the past few days? I wonder if he's sick. Is he sick? No~ my baby... I can't even  tell with him because his face is usually green, and he has dark circles anyway. I better go check up on him though.

"Tao, are you feeling okay? We have to film today for Showtime, and you don't look so good. Actually, you've been acting kinda strange for the past couple of days."

"Oh.. have I? I'm fine.. I'm just tired because of the extra practice, plus the filming."

     Okay.. well I guess he's fine. I'll just leave him to rest I guess. I wonder what Xiumin is doing...

Tao POV

     I don't feel right lying to Duizhang... Or even any of the other members. If anything else, I should at least tell Duizhang. I'll tell him today. I can't handle hiding from him any further. Lay hyung will have to understand.

Lay POV

     I can't believe he's actually mine... I wasn't even expecting him to accept that I was gay. I promise to thank the heavens every night before I go to sleep. I... I love you Zitao. 

    It was the fourth episode of Showtime, and everyone should've been in their holiday cheer. The members however, were eyeing each other suspiciously, guessing just what horrid present each one of them could give them. It turns out that the presents weren't actually half bad. They weren't gold and diamonds, but each one of them contained sincerity, and that's all that they needed.

     The next topic included the members showing off their strength. Okay, this. This. THIS. This was perfect. Kris kissed his fingers and flung them towards the heavens when no one was looking. He knew that he wasn't a small guy. No pun intended. Heh, heh. He was positive that he could win the others in a measly arm wrestle. I mean, how hard could it be, right? 

     But before he knew it, he was losing to all of the opponents he was placed against. Even Sehun. The members giggled, and joined in teasing, "Cold Guy Kris". Kris blushed, and cursed himself for showing his weaknesses.

"Next time," He thought. "I'll get another chance, I"m sure."

     If Kris had been excited about the arm wrestling challenge before, he was not very happy now. The next question that was asked was, "Who cries the most in Exo?" He knew it wasn't him. It wasn't even close because everyone knew that Tao was a cry baby. Suho came in close second. They had already established this during their "Happy Camp" days. But the members all insisted on proving their case by watching "Miracle in Cell No. 7". He had heard rumors that the movie had made even grown men cry. It was something that he was not looking forward to. What he didn't know, was that something even worse was lined up for him that night.

Tao POV

     I really can't take it anymore... Kris is just sitting over there, not knowing anything and I still have the guts to call him Duizhang. I have to tell him... And I'll have Lay hyung to come with me. He has to help me out. He'll do it, won't he?

     While the staff members were setting up the TV to turn on the movie, the Exo members were allowed to have a short break. Tao decided to use that time to come clean to Kris. 

"Hyung, can I talk to you for a minute?"

"Sure Tao, what's up?"

"Can we go somewhere else? It's kind of a secret."

     The way Tao avoided Kris' gaze, and chewed on his lower lip, made Kris come to the conclusion that Tao had caused some major trouble. With all feelings pushed aside, he became Kris, the Duizhang. Not Kris, the hopeless romantic chasing after Tao.

     Kris followed Tao as he led his leader to a room towards the back of the building that they were in. Once inside, Lay was already there, sitting down on a chair. There were two more chairs nearby, and Kris and Tao occupied them. When Tao and Lay looked at each other, Kris had the feeling of what was going to come up next. He could already guess the words that were about to come out of Tao's mouth. But no matter how much he prepared himself, he couldn't help the feeling of his heart dropping. He swore that he felt it crack. Kris had to control all of his will power not to flinch outwardly, and he managed to put on a realistic smile instead. 

"So... It's okay hyung? It's okay that me and Lay hyung are together?"

"Yeah, of course. As long as you guys are happy, I don't see anything wrong with it. Don't worry. I won't tell the others. You guys go ahead when you guys are ready."

     Kris recognized a few flaws in his statement:

1. No, of course it's not okay. I feel so broken Tao.

2. It really is messed up, but I'm willing to feel pain in your place Tao. If your happy, I'm happy.

3. It's you "guys" now. They're really together, huh?

     Kris offered a warm smile, and patted both the boys on the shoulder.

"Come out soon. Setting up the movie won't take long."

     The remaining two boys nodded, and gave a grateful smile to their leader, and Kris excused himself. He walked out of the room as quickly as possible without seeming too unnatural. Did he say that he wasn't happy about the sad movie? He changed his mind set to grateful mode, because now, had an excuse to cry.

     Kris forced himself to hold his tears in until the of the movie. When he noticed that the other members were sniffling beside him, he slowly let the tears fall. He laughed in disbelief as more tears welled up in his eyes. It really stung. He glanced over and tooked at Tao. He was crying as well. It was expected, but Tao was crying because of the movie. He glanced over at Lay, who was sleeping on the ground with his head propped up on the couch.

Lay, you lucky bastard... You have no idea. Please.. just make him happy. 

Tao looks the prettiest when he smiles.

Tao likes his korean food extra spicy, even though he drinks a gallon of water afterwards.

Tao may seem charismatic on the outside, but he's actually still a baby.

Tao likes to sleep curled up into a ball, and he tends to talk in his sleep.

Tao likes his boba tea with extra pearls, but he never even finishes them.

Tao... Tao likes to be held, and loves compliments whispered into his ear.

     Kris focused his eyes on the screen. He surprised himself by knowing all these things about Tao. Was he really that observant about him? 

I must really like you alot Tao. 

     Kris didn't get any sleep that night.

Tao loves to be loved. You can never give Tao too much love. 

I'm sorry I couldn't do that for you Tao.

A/N: Another update!

On a more serious note, this was a pretty big deal. In the first two chapters, Kris was kind of focused on his bodily needs and wants for Tao, but in this chapter, he realizes how significant the other is to him. He's willing to let him go, and actually does let him go so that Tao can be happy. 

But is Tao indeed happy? *hint* *hint*

Lay is actually really in love with Tao. I hope I was able to portray all these emotions accurately. 

On a more happier note, hooray for my subscribers and readers!! I know there are many silent readers out there, but I want to thank you guys too. I swear, everytime I log on, there's always a surprise. xD

This is my very first fanfic ever, and I'm so glad that it has captured so much attention!

I'll continue to update at least one chapter a day if not more. I respect all the authors out here. This is actually a lot of hard work... xD

I have so many feels right now. The angst ermergherrd... *cries*

Okay, my A/N is going to end up longer than the story. Thanks again guys!! Who's awesome? You're awesome. ;)