Mingyu presented a brand new bulletproof car was in awe. “Where did this came from?” asked him to the one who drove it.

 

“Special delivery.” Delivered Soon Young. “Jihoon made me deliver this to you. He said it’s from Jeonghan hyung. He thought you might have a good use of this. This is the new model of Wang Technologies. I envy you.”

 

“What do I deserve to get this?” said Mingyu confusedly.

 

“I would say, Jeonghan hyung probably offered this because you need protection. This is a bullet proof model with recording and tracker. He’s not giving this away for free, I believe.”

 

“I see.”

 

“Are you ready for the conference?”

 

“I have to.” Mingyu smiled.

 

As soon as he entered the car, Soon Young gave documents to Mingyu. “You might need that so people won’t oppose. Let them talk.” Series of Mafia connections to illegal transactions were documented inside the envelope. “After this, some sure will come for your head.” Soon Young warned.

 

“What do I expect?” seeing plenty of public figures on it. “Thanks for the heads up. All I need is to stir things up and to buy us some time.”

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Seungcheol was alone in their house. It felt lonelier than ever. He was on his 2^nd bottle of soju when a man arrived disturbing a deafening peace. No need to knock. The door is open anyway.

 

“Did I interrupt something? Your door invited me in, so I came.” DK frowned when he saw Seungcheol leaving his problems to liquor. Planning to obviously soak into it after seeing a case waiting inside and out the refrigerator. “Make sure you don’t do something stupid when you got drunk, Seungcheol.”

 

“What are you doing here?”

 

“Baby sitting.”

 

Seungcheol grunted because it insulted him. “I can take care of myself. So just leave.”

 

“Seungcheol, I swear if you do something stupid that would put my brothers into a very dangerous situation, I will kill you myself.”

 

“What the hell do you mean?”

 

“I am the eldest of the Yoons and I am now in charge. If you are not ready to participate in our plan, better yet don’t move.”

 

“You are…”

 

“Yes. Jeonghan already knew and he kept it a secret so when this day comes, he still got something.”

 

“How would I know if I can trust you?”

 

“It’s up to you how you accept things. Trust me or not, my business here is to give you an advice.” SeokMin became more troubled as he thought of Jeonghan on the other side.

 

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Jeonghan approached SeokMin in the middle of the night after Jun revealed him to his family. He was hopeless and crying when DK saw him by the door. He was cold and lost.

 

“Goodness Jeonghan! What did you do? Are you alone?”

 

Jeonghan embraced him tight. “Hyung, I need your help. They already found me.”

 

“What?” DK assisted Jeonghan to his seat. Gave him tea to calm down a bit. “Tell me what happened.”

 

Jeonghan told him that he was revealed by Jun, an agent of the CIA, to Gavril as if they were there to really find him. In addition, he only had a few more days to leave and he wasn’t ready about it yet.

 

Hearing all those confession, DK became concerned. “Tell me what to do.”

 

Jeonghan revealed all his plans to DK alone and both move according to plan. DK was to get in touch with Julia Kaverin while Jeonghan to their father.

 

_END OF FLASHBACK>>>

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That very night, Soon Young called Jihoon leaving a message “I will drop something in your place.” After that, he head not to the Governor’s house.

 

“What can I do for you?” asked Jihoon seeing Soon Young by the door.

 

“Looks like you are ready to sleep.” eyeing Jihoon’s white robe as if he was just fresh from warm bath.

 

“I am. Why does it have to be this late, Soon Young?”

 

“It cannot wait.” Soon Young smiled. “Can you at least invite me in and offer some tea?”

 

“Help yourself.” said Jihoon as cold as ever.

 

Soon Young gave a set of documents towards Jihoon and said “Those are the solid evidence of everything you did, Hoonie. They are not the original but I think letting you see all of it would somehow give you an idea how it would kill you in an instant.”

 

Too many proof and scandal. The evidence presented to Jihoon was meticulously crafted as if he could remember the events happen just yesterday.  “You said this weren’t the original files. Where are they?” stated Jihoon nervously.

 

“I won’t tell you until the operation is over. I kept it safe, don’t worry.”

 

 “How would you know it’s safe?”

 

“Trust me.”

 

“Then, I believe you.” Said Jihoon confidently with a smirk. He had no one to turn to anyway. All he needed to do is go with the flow.

 

“That’s really cute of you.” Soon Young’s eyes were on Jihoon’s pale skin this time. With a smile on his face, he said “You sure is attractive, Jihoon.” knowing that if the situation gets really worst, now is the time to tell people how he feel.

 

Jihoon blushed. It was certainly an ambush for him. “Are you trying to mess with me?”

 

“No. I’m telling the truth.” Insisted the other. “Well, I should get going.”

 

Before Soon Young went away, he planted a kiss on Jihoon’s lips tenderly. Looking at the other man, Soon Young couldn’t help but to taste that forbidden fruit again… and again. Jihoon, on the other hand, willingly touch his’ to the other man’s ruby lips.

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CONGRESS MEETING_

 

Anxiety was what Mingyu felt as soon as he met with the officials. It was not a formal government meeting but leaders of the known organization and big families in Korea. It was quiet when he entered and he could see the looks they’re pointing at him. One face he recognized from the list was the new Yang Ban leader after Jihoon resigned.

 

“Good to see you, Senator Park.” said Mingyu with a smile although he was disgusted inside. “I would like to share some of my concerns to you as a new appointed leader of SeonBi since you are running the YangBan now.”

 

It called the other’s attention. “What do you mean?”

 

“I want to talk peace. One that SeungWon couldn’t even manage.” Mingyu smirked trying his best not to get caught. His conversations were all recorded by Jun and Soon Young who were outside the area.

 

When they were finally alone, Mingyu brought up the underground business. The other was surprised. “This is ridiculous!” the older exclaimed.

 

Mingyu smirked. “That’s how good I am, Senator. Now… since we are in the middle of crisis with the unknown situation since the gang wars, maybe it’s time for us to have peace.”

 

The old Senator became speechless.

 

“You didn’t think I know you ordered Senator JinJin’s death through a mercenary? I knew everything.”

 

“Did your wife-“

 

“Not anymore. I don’t need him anymore. He keeps getting caught and I am afraid he could be the reason to stain my reputation. I should take out the mold before it spreads.”

 

The old senator was confused at the moment but Mingyu somehow got his trust when he introduced him to the newest and undiscoverable partners. To be honest, Mingyu almost puke when he see mostly public servant on the game. He thought they should be careful with their plans because who know who could be trusted after seeing unlikely people in the meeting.

 

Mingyu’s mission had just started but the amount of information he’s gathered was unbelievable.

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KIM MINGYU’S HOUSE_

 

A call came as soon as Mingyu went home. “How are you? Can you still keep up?”

 

“I am just tired… and a bit disappointed, if you’d include that.”

 

“You did a great job. Take a rest and let us fight again tomorrow.”

 

One question Mingyu had to ask “How long have you been doing this?”

 

“For as long as I could remember.”

 

“I don’t understand how you work it all out. In my knowledge you keep changing sides.”

 

“All I know is mission is always important.”

 

“Aren’t you scared?” asked the Congressman.

 

“My life has been dedicated to do this since I accepted this job. My life is not mine anymore. Besides, I have already committed countless crimes that my life is not enough to pay for all of it… Good night, Knight.”

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CHINA_ MIDNIGHT_

 

The landline inside the Xu mansion was ringing soundly. A call during this night wasn’t usual. “For you, young master Minghao.” Said the assistant.

 

“For me? Who the hell is on another line? It’s already midnight.”

 

“He said you know him. He has a gentle voice, young master.” Answered the other politely.

 

Minghao spoke rudely. “Good evening.”

 

“Minghao.” It was really soft spoken. Minghao recognized the voice immediately.

 

“Jeonghan? Is there anything wrong?”

 

“We will meet soon, right?” said Jeonghan with chilling breathes.

 

“Where the hell are you?”

 

“I’m outside.”

 

“What? Are you nuts? It’s snowing outside, for goodness sake!” Minghao scolded. “And how did you came up outside in the middle of the night?”

 

“I escaped for a while.” Jeonghan chuckled. “I cannot stay at that place anymore. It’s suffocating.”

 

“Who is with you?”

 

“I’m alone. Vera helped me escape.”

 

“Get back in there.” Minghao instructed. “I’ll call you.”

 

“I want to meet you soon. Please, I’m begging you. I’d rather stay with you.”

 

Minghao was quite pleased on the request. He became confident and braver than he was. “Well, then. Let’s try to meet the next day. But I can’t promise. For now, go home and calm down.”

 

“Thank you. Good night.”

 

“Jeonghan.”

 

“Yes?”

 

Minghao was smiling. He was fluttered on how Jeonghan came to him. “You take care. I will see you soon.”

 

“Thank you. You too.”

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RUSSIA_IVANOV CASTLE_

 

“You think he’d take the bait?” asked Vera with cigars on her lips.

 

“I think so. But I am feeling guilty about this.”

 

“Jeonghan… he has sins to pay. Let him.”

 

Jeonghan looked at Vera and said “I will try to fulfill my promise to him.”

 

“You are such a nice person, Jeonghan. I am glad you found a loving home.” She smiled.

 

On the contrary, Jeonghan was a bit sad for his sister. “I never would have known how bad you felt when you were left alone here.”

 

Vera smiled “You don’t have to feel bad. I can handle myself. I’m just glad seeing you and Tristan again.”

 

“But this is horrible.”

 

Vera shrugged “It felt normal to me.” she giggled. Jeonghan couldn’t help but to hug her tight.

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“Jun.” Minghao called from China to Lancelot’s shop.

 

“What can I do for you?” asked the tailor from Korea.

 

“As you know, Jeonghan and I were about to have our engagement party. I am here to ask you to be our tailor.”

 

“I cannot, Minghao.”

 

“Why is that?” asked Minghao in big surprise.

 

“Jeonghan hates me.”

 

“Why so? I thought you are close to him.”

 

“Look, my father and I had an assignment to find Nikita. It’s an order from Gavril and you know we cannot fail. Since my dad died without fulfilling his words, I had to do it instead. Otherwise, you know what will happen to us.”

 

“I don’t understand. How the hell did you find out?” curious that what he traded with DK was really worth it.

 

“Atty. Lee led me to him.”

 

Thank goodness he wasn’t robbed by DK with the deal. Because if he took advantage of him to find something in exchange of nothing on DK’s side, he’d be furious.

 

“I see. That man is really mysterious.”

 

“I’m sorry Minghao. Unless he allowed it, I will.”

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Xu and Ivanovs meet the very next day with a meeting about the engagement party. Jeonghan wasn’t in the room, so Minghao had to ask.

 

“He cannot see you yet unless we agreed upon the terms as you said.”

 

“I cannot believe you, Gavril.” announced the old Xu.

 

“Well, here it is.” Minghao passing the proposal.

 

The Ivanonvs, including Kai and Vera looked on what’s in it. Two men were disappointed while the lady became delighted.

 

“You really like my brother, Minghao.” giggled Vera.

 

“I do. That’s why I proposed something like that. I bet you have no trouble agreeing since I am the one marrying Jeonghan.”

 

“You are trusting everything to Jeonghan?” frowned Kai.

 

“My friend, there’s no hard feelings here. Besides, I stated I’d help you with the business the best as we can.” Minghao was going to the plan he and Jeonghan devised because he trusted him. Also, by the looks on their faces, he knew what Jeonghan was saying the night they met was true.

 

“This seemed absurd.” Gavril quarreled.

 

“I don’t think so, Gavril. We deserve this deal in good faith. Remember what you’ve done the last time we had this engagement.” interrupted the Old Xu firmly.

 

“Then, it is what it is.” Gavril had no choice but to sign.

 

“Then, since this has agreed upon, can I now see my fiancé?” asked Minghao.

 

“Not so fast.”

 

“You really want to play it like this.”

 

“You got what you want.” Gavril said. “So I say, it’s time we get ours too. You will meet Jeonghan at Lancelot.” talking about a branch in Russia.

 

Learning Gavril also chose Jun to handle the wardrobe, Minghao was a bit worried about what Jeonghan might feel. “This is gonna be awkward.” Minghao sighed.

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GRAND HOTEL_ MOSCOW RUSSIA_BAR

 

Jun had to arrive. He talked to Minghao about it. “How do you plan this?” asked Minghao.

 

“He’s a client I cannot turn down, Minghao.”

 

“Well, I know what you feel. I am just worried about Jeonghan might feel when he sees you.”

 

“You really like him”

 

“Yes. I do. But this… I am feeling guilty he had to experience this. I’m sorry I cannot go against Gavril on this one.”

 

“I understand. You don’t have to worry. It’s a job. I’ll try to talk about this with Jeonghan if you may. If I knew he was the one from the very beginning, I should’ve-“

 

“Guess it’s quite troublesome to betray a close friend, is it?”

 

Jun nodded as he sipped on his liquor.

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Jeonghan was all anxious inside his current residence. One was for the people he left in Korea and one with the people involved in Russia. Jeonghan was getting anxious each day and Vernon could see it.

 

“Hyung, if you want to talk, I am here.”

 

“I am worried. I cannot take my head off from the events happening in Korea. I need to know.” stated Jeonghan.

 

Soon enough, Wonwoo arrived to tell “Jun is here.”

 

“What?” asked Jeonghan in surprise. Now that Jun was here no one would oversee what’s in Korea.

 

“Gavril asked him.” answered Wonwoo briefly.

 

“! I need to make a call.”

 

He was trying to contact JaeWon, his father, however there was no answer. He tried Mingyu but then. no answer. Next was DK but then again, no answer. Jeonghan was getting anxious each time. Thank goodness, Jihoon received his immediate call. “Jihoon.”

 

“Jeonghan!” stated in surprise. “Why did you call?”

 

“How’s things going in there?”

 

“You mean Seungcheol?”

 

“All of you. Please, tell me you are all okay.”

 

“We are all okay except for Seungcheol.”

 

“Why? Was the shot in his legs bad?”

 

“No, idiot. He’s broken hearted. I am afraid he needed some counseling. He can be reckless.”

 

Jeonghan became more worried.

 

“Don’t worry, DK said he’d monitor him. Do not worry about us. Think about you first. We can still handle things here. By the way, plans are still on time.”

 

“Thank you, Jihoon.”

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LANCELOT_DAY

 

Xu, Ivanov, and Moon had to meet in Lancelot for future event. Unlike Lancelot’s other shops, the one in Russia was seemingly like a castle with intricate design and every little detail in it. By the counter, Jun was confident to face his clients as if nothing happened. It’s like he can reset himself to being some stranger.

 

“Do you need time to talk?” asked Minghao surprisingly.

 

“What do you mean?” Jeonghan asked who was sitting beside him.

 

“I know everything. Jun already gave me the reason. I believe he’s a friend of yours before we’ve met.”

 

“When did you…”

 

Minghao smiled. “Do you think you are the only one observing?” showing the good side of him. “I’m sorry I wasn’t able to do anything about this.”

 

“It is not your fault. Besides, Jun would probably back to being a stranger. It’s his forte anyway.”

 

“You are hurt, are you?”

 

Jeonghan couldn’t hide anymore. “I am afraid of him now.”

 

“I know Jun, Jeonghan… Go talk to him. He has reasons.” Suddenly, Minghao getting all serious expressing all the kindness he hadn’t shown for years.

 

Wonwoo, on the other hand, teased. “I never thought I would see you acting like an angel.” and smirked.

 

“None of your business .” he mouthed.