The week passed faster than Mark anticipated, after the Monday’s dinner he couldn’t help but listen at the group conversation. Before he wouldn’t because he didn’t want to invade their privacy but after talking to his parents and Hyun-woo showing up, it made his roommates even more suspicious of him. 

He didn’t expect Jackson to know English but at least he didn’t hear everything. As much as he wanted to tell them he just didn’t want to yet, he knew they would kick him out or worse if they knew he was a vampire. All movies and books he watched and read proved it never went well unless it was a romance novel and he doubts his life was one. 

When he heard that both Jaebum and Jackson liked him, he couldn’t help but blush hard. He never expected that, even though he was severely attracted to Jaebum since the day they met. Sadly he didn’t feel the same about Jackson and the last thing he wanted to was hurt his feelings. However he couldn’t start a relationship with Jaebum, it wouldn’t be right at all.

At least his roommates still talked to him although he could see some tension between Jaebum and Jackson and they started a flirting competition with Mark in the center. Although he appreciated the attention it was unnecessary and he slightly preferred Jaebum flirting compared to Jackson’s. Jackson was so bold with his flirting while Jaebum flirting was subtle yet you could tell he wanted you. Mark wouldn’t be surprised if Jackson didn’t outwardly told him that he liked him. 

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The first week came and went and before Mark knew it a month had passed since he arrived in South Korea. He texted his family daily and made sure to Skype them as well. He eventually made a few friends with other people of the college. Most of them were foreigners that also moved to South Korea, while the rest were locals. There were a mix of humans and supernaturals he was friends with but after being warned from Hyun-woo he couldn’t reveal who he was, although he didn’t know how to say it. 

Throughout the month he got closer to the rest of his roommates even though they were curious of his secret. They sometimes would call him hyung and other times they don’t and to Mark it didn’t really matter. They even have nicknames for him and he had nicknames for him, however out of all them Jaebum was the one he was really close to (although he was close to Jinyoung as well); Jaebum would walk him to his class, sometimes get him coffee if he was in the library, they would even go on lunch dates. 

The only thing that bothered him (other than not telling his friends his secret) was the dreams of the person trying to kiss him. Every night he had it and every night it was the same, it always started with humming and it ended with the two trying to kiss but it never happens since he always woke up. He meant to ask Hyun-woo about it but he either forgets to or he’s unsure of how to speak of it.

The next month followed along with warmer weather and midterms, the roommates were either studying in library or in their rooms. Mark could see that the midterms were stressing everyone so he made an internal promise to bake a cake once his tests were done, which was getting nearer everyday. 

So finally midterm week came and thanks to Hyun-woo and his detailed studying tips, he knew he had passed those exams with flying colors. He smiled to himself as he entered in the grocery store, purchasing ingredients for the cake he was making and after 20 minutes he left with store.

When he got home that Friday afternoon, no one was around other than the three cats that were sitting on the couch, napping. Once Mark entered the living room they got up, surrounding him asking for his attention and he gave it to before moving to the kitchen. He looked at the time hoping he could have the cake done before his roommates got home. Today was the last of their exams and he hoped they would all do well. 

Forty minutes of prepping and making the cake, he placed the cake in the oven; he washed all the pots and cleaned off the tables before he sat down on the couch with the cats cuddling his sides. He placed a timer on his phone and took a short nap curling up with Nora, while Odd and Kunta laid on the side of of his body. 

Jaebum was the first one to come home and his heart warmed at the sight of seeing Mark cuddling with his cats. Seeing Mark’s sleeping face made him admire his beauty, the man looked so much younger when he was asleep even though he looked young even when he was awake. Jaebum stared at Mark pink lips and he couldn’t help but wonder if it was as soft as it looked, but he couldn’t take advantage of the man no matter how tempting he looked.

He sniffed the sweet air and walked towards the kitchen to see what Mark was making, before he even stepped in an alarm rang out. Mark groaned and slowly got up, stretching his arms, he then turned around and saw Jaebum over by the kitchen.

“Hey when did you get home?” Mark yawned walking over to the kitchen

“Just a few minutes ago.” Jaebum replied “Are you making something?” 

“Yes but its a surprised” Mark grinned

Jaebum pouted at older and Mark smile grew. According to Jinyoung, Jaebum never did anything cute unless it was for his parents but it would seem Mark was an except to that rule, “Come on won’t you give me a hint?” Jaebum pouted

Mark giggled, “No Jaebummie” he said cutely 

Jaebum grinned, although he would kill anyone that called him that he happily let Mark say it whenever he wanted to, “Fine” he huffed and stomped to his room

Mark giggled and checked on the cake, but it seemed like it need a few more minutes in the oven. While he closed the oven door, Jackson, Yugyeom and BamBam came in the apartment and once Jackson saw Mark he ran to him, dropping his backpack.

“Markipoo, I missed you” he grinned picking up the young vampire and lifting him in the air.

Mark laughed and patted Jackson on the back, “We saw each other this morning, GaGa”

Jackson pouted, “But that was hours ago Markie”

“Okay I missed you too, now put me down” Mark laughed, Jackson huffed and placed him back on the ground.

BamBam and Yugyeom sniffed the air, “Ooo what smells so good?” BamBam asked

“It’s a surprise, you’ll find out later” Mark smiled, BamBam rolled his eyes and walked to his room with Yugyeom, following, pouting.

“Great now we’re alone” Jackson grinned and wrapping his arms around Mark’s waist.

Mark rolled his eyes and pulled Jackson hands off his waist, “GaGa I’m trying to bake, save the flirting for later.”

Jackson frowned, lately Mark was dismissing all his advances. He knew the reason was probably Jaebum and mostly likely also Jinyoung. Whenever Jinyoung was around he would always push him away from Mark and push him towards Jaebum. It wasn’t fair, he deserves just as much as a chance as Jaebum to be together with Mark. He shouldn’t be judged just because he had a few (many) short relationships. For all they know Mark and him could be together for a long time.

Jackson sighed and walked back to pick up his backpack, Jaebum then came into the kitchen and walked to Mark. 

“So you do you need any help with anything?” Jaebum asked while wrapping his arms on waist and putting his head on his shoulder.

Mark blushed, feeling his skin tingle all where Jaebum held him; he then rubbed Jaebum cheek before pushing his face away, “No I don’t. Now go” he giggled while pushing his hands away and pushing him out the kitchen

Jaebum pouted, “Come on, let me help” he whined

“No Jaebummie, it’s called a surprise for a reason. Just wait like everyone else.” Mark tried to be stern but Jaebum cute face made it impossible. Jaebum groaned and sat at the island table, Mark rolled his eyes and went to the fridge to starting making the frosting.

Jackson was watching the scene between the two and couldn’t help but feel jealous. Why didn’t Mark cut off Jaebum flirting, if anything he was encouraging it? He clenched his teeth before leaving to go to his room. Mark started making frosting and blending strawberries for topping with Jaebum watching his work since Mark refuse to let him help. Jinyoung and Youngjae came in minutes apart from each other, and before they could ask, Jaebum told them what Mark said earlier of everything being a surprise. 

It wasn’t long before the cake was done and Mark finished decorating it. Once he was done, he called the guys out to reveal the beautiful strawberry shortcake.

“Wow that cake looks delicious” Yugyeom smiled staring at the cake

“What’s the occasion hyung?” Jinyoung asked

“Well, first for surviving our midterms, a second is a thank you for being friends with me even through everything.” Mark blushed embarrassed at how sapping it sounded.

“Aww hyung” Youngjae grinned walking over to Mark to give him a hug.

“Although the cake looks amazing it would be better if you made dinner as well” Jinyoung deadpanned

“Yah Jinyoung can’t you compliment someone without complaining as well” Jaebum sighed

“That’s how I show my love, hyung” Jinyoung smiled

“Well I have something even better, tonight we’re going out for dinner and it’s my treat” Mark beamed

“I take it back” Jinyoung smiled even more brightly than before, “Have I ever told you I love you?”

Mark thought for a moment, “Never”

“Exactly this is the first and last time you’ll hear it so be happy” Jinyoung smirked making Mark laugh.

Jaebum sighed and shaked his head, “You’re too much Park Jinyoung”

Mark laughed, “You guys get ready, I’ll wait for you outside” he turned walked to the entry way and to collect his shoes and sweater. He patted his pockets to make sure his wallet, keys and phone were with him before stepping out. 

He was about to close the door when he realize Jaebum was behind him, “I already had my stuff” he answered while holding Mark’s hand. The two made it outside where there was a black stretch limo park across the street, “What’s with the fancy limo?”

“Well, I had asked Jung-hwan to drive us to the restaurant but the mini-van wasn’t big enough for all of us so apparently a limo was next best choice” Mark sighed. The rest met them outside and gasped at the sight of the limo and before they could say anything Mark groaned, “It wasn’t my idea” he sighed

They all piled in the black limo gasping at the interior, there were LED lights around the roof of the car and a minibar at the side of car with small glasses, “Mark-hyung I will never stop being impressed by you” Youngjae gasped

Mark sighed, turning his body slightly to knock on the window that stood between the driver and the back seat, it slide down revealing Jung-hwan and Sehun, “Jung-hwan was this truly necessary?” Mark whined

“Well, I was going to get a van but Hyun-woo said no” Jung-hwan shrugged, Mark sighed and Jung-hwan drove off to the restaurant.

The five were still impressed by the limo except for Jaebum who placed his arm around Mark shoulders, rubbing his arms. Mark was thankfully that LED lights weren’t all that bright since he could tell his face probably red both from embarrassment and Jaebum touch. It was strange to be blushing over something so simple but whenever Jaebum touched him, his body and blood felt as if it was on fire. 

Jackson had to turn his head, Jinyoung maneuvered him earlier so he was sitting next to Mark. So all he could do was glare at Jinyoung who would always give him that stupid grin. Why was Jinyoung even doing this? Even though Jaebum and Jinyoung have been friends since high school, there’s no way he would be setting the two up out of the goodness of his heart. Everyone knows that Jinyoung only does things like this if he has something to gain from it, but what could he have to gain from Jaebum and Mark dating? 

Twenty minutes later Jung-hwan pulled up in front of a modern looking restaurant with glass windows allowing people to see the exterior of the place. It was beautiful decorated and it made the boys feel out of place.

“Hyung why didn’t you tell us you were taking us to a fancy restaurant?” BamBam asked frowning, even though he looked like he just stepped out of a magazine apparently it didn’t seem good enough.

“Because we’re not, but the place looks so nice it makes you think that you should wear a suit and tie” Mark giggled. The seven walked inside the restaurant where they were greeted by the hostess and under 10 minutes they were seated at a table by the window looking out into the city street. 

“So Mark-hyung we can order whatever we want?” Yugyeom grinned staring at the menu and deciding which one to order.

“Anything you’d like” Mark smiled

“And the price doesn’t matter?” Youngjae said making sure

Jaebum sighed, “Guys Mark is taking us out of the goodness of his heart, don’t hurt his wallet” 

Mark chuckled, “Jaebum its fine; guys you can order anything without worrying about the price” he pointed. The maknae’s did a silent cheer and started picking out which one they wanted.

“Mark you’re spoiling them” Jaebum huffed

“Well he is our Uncle so it’s makes sense” BamBam pointed out. A month and a half ago, Mark was finally let in on the joke and he couldn’t help but think it was funny in a weird way.

“Yah we are not doing this, especially in public” Jaebum argued

“Mommy, Father is denying our existence again” Yugyeom whined

“Well in my mind only Youngjae exist” Jinyoung sighed looking over the menu

“Uncle, Mommy and Father is being mean to us” BamBam pouted to Mark

Mark giggled, “Jaebummie, Jinyoungie when are you going to start being nice to the kids?”

Jaebum hit his forehead and sighed while Jinyoung looked over at Mark, “When they leave” he deadpanned. Mark laughed while continuing to look at the menu. Finally the guys made their decision on what they order and were just talking till the food arrived where they talked even more till Jinyoung scolded a few of them about talking with food in their mouths.

Mark smiled to himself, the past two months had been an amazing experience for him, he was able to see another country, go to school and meet six incredible guys who became really close to him. He then took a quick glance at Jaebum, he was in love with him. He knew it weeks ago and only recently come to terms with it but he still didn’t say anything. He hasn’t even told Jaebum and the rest of the guys the truth about him, that’s why he planned this night out. 

It was perfect since midterms was over so there wouldn’t be any academic distractions and he knew he could trust them. Once they get home tonight he was going to tell them and he could only hope that they will accept him. The negative outcome weighed heavily on his mind but he couldn’t let that stop him from saying the truth. 

After two hours of eating, drinking and joking around , Mark asked for the bill and decided it was best not to show it them cause he knew they might feel guilty. He quickly paid for it and they all got up and walked out he restaurant. They all looked around not seeing the limo but Mark thought Jung-hwan must’ve parked around the corner so he suggested they walk, especially since it was a nice night out.

As the seven were walking they passed by an dark alley, however BamBam stopped when he heard heavy breathing coming from the alley. He strained his eyes to see what could be making that sound when Yugyeom stopped to realize BamBam wasn’t following them.

“BamBam what are you doing?” Yugyeom asking and his question made the others stop and turn around as well.

BamBam pointed in the alley, “I thought I heard some-AAAAAH!!!” BamBam was quickly grabbed into the alley and his screams could only be heard.

“BAMBAM!!!!”