This is part one of I don't know how many.

Jongup had only been 7 when the Yoo’s moved in next door, but he was instantly enamoured by the youngest son.

The boy was cute to say the least.  His floppy hair was ruffled and his fluffy cheeks were puffed out as he tried to help his parents unpack their car.  He was so cute, he reminded Jongup of a Jigglypuff.

The youngest Yoo was so small and adorable, Jongup was surprised to later learn from his mother that he was older than him.

Jongup didn’t know how to describe how he was feeling but as he watched the boy struggling to drag his suitcase he decided that he was going to take care of him.

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Despite their differences, the two boys instantly hit it off and became quick friends.  To Jongup though, Youngjae wasn’t just like any other friend. Youngjae was special. Jongup would do anything for his Youngjae hyung.  He was precious and something to take care of but Jongup’s other friends didn’t seem to see him the same way.

Not to say that they were mean him, in fact he had quickly become a part of their group but they didn’t see the youngest Yoo the same way Jongup did.  They played rough with him, allowing for bruises and scrapes to taint his skin. It was sacrilegious; like asking an angel to stoop down to the level of mere mortals.  Though, seeing the smile they caused on Youngjae’s face, Jongup could deal with it.

What he couldn’t deal with was Daehyun.

Jongup is not a jealous child and never has been.

He always shared his toys with his friends and never saw the point of fighting with his siblings for his parents attention.  He was just a laid back kid.

But when it comes to Youngjae, all bets are off.

Since the first day they met, Daehyun had called Youngjae his, claiming him as his best friend.  Jongup would not tolerate this.

He saw Youngjae first.

He was friends with Youngjae first.

He was the one to vow to take care of Youngjae forever.

Daehyun had no right to claim Youngjae when he was so clearly Jongup’s and the younger was sure to make that clear to everyone.

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He started off subtly, always quietly sticking by his hyung’s side and glaring at anyone who got too close for his liking.  Jongup liked to envision himself almost like a knight, guarding the crown prince. He was always there to ensure his fluffy hyung’s wellbeing.

Despite his efforts, Daehyun was an unrelenting presence in his hyung’s life.  He was always there, hugging and playing with his Youngjae hyung. It was maddening.

So Jongup tried more and more tactics to push him away.  He tried to keep Youngjae’s attention solely on him, he tried to get his other hyungs to play with Daehyun more, he even flat out ignored him but Daehyun persisted.

If he was a knight, Daehyun was an evil sorcerer, trying to lure Youngjae away from his kingdom and Jongup would not stand for it.

I want to apologize for the long wait.  I'm still not feeling 100% but I'm starting to feel up to writing again.  Updates will probably still be a little slow but I'll try to update when I can.

Also, please let me know any suggestions for different pairings or chapter ideas that you would like to see.