Daniel let them in, seeing that things would be okay for the time being. "Welcome back guys," he said. "Thanks," said Jisung. Cory hummed in response. "Well," said Kihyun. "I better head back then," he said. "Keep in touch," said Cory. "Will do," said Kihyun before he left. Chani hummed in response as he shook his head. "He's not doing too well," he said. "Yeah I figured," said Jisung. "I hope something good comes to Kihyun, he needs it," said Cory as he sighed.

"When are you heading out again?" Asked Daniel. "Give us some time to rest," said Jisung. "We've been through so much," he said. "No problem," said Jaehyun as he came downstairs. "I see that you've been through a lot," he said. "Stay for a couple weeks, then you can continue on your trip around the US again," he said. "Thanks," said Cory.

"Well," said Chani as he took a deep breath. "I'm going to get to packing then I'm going hunting before I head off," he said. "I have a coven to meet up with," he said. "Told them to meet in Toronto," he said, shrugging. "Ah, Toronto is a prime spot for hunting it seems," said Sunggyu. "We meet many covens there," he said.

"Not something you wanna tell a house full of vampire hunters," remarked Daniel. "Please," Sunggyu said with a snort. "Why do you think Toronto belongs to Kris and not vampires like the ones in Italy? They know not to try and take over Toronto but they know that since it's such a large city they are free to hunt as they please," he said. "It's why you don't see much hunters in Toronto," he said. "Not much goes on in Toronto when it concerns vampires," said Chani. "Well, I'll be off then," he said. "Who else wants to go hunting with me?" He called upstairs, causing Taeyang, Mark and Jisoo to come downstairs. "I'll go," said Sunggyu. "Let's go hunting then," said Chani before he left with the others.

Jisung wandered around outside for the next few hours, wondering when Kisu was going to wake from his slumber. He wandered around until he was found by Mark, who had tracked him. "Jisung," said Mark as he walked over. "Hm?" Asked Jisung as he turned to Mark. "It's late," said Mark. "Come on," he said. "What time is it?" Asked Jisung. "Almost 11 pm," said Mark. Jisung looked around, blinking in surprise. "Okay," he said. Mark smiled slightly. "Come on," he said reaching out a hand. Jisung took it and Mark led him back to the house.

Cory took one look at Jisung and hugged him. "Kisu will wake up, don't worry," he said. "I hope so," said Jisung. "I know so," said Cory. Sunggyu put a hand on Jisung's shoulder. "Look kid," he said. "From what I've learned about Kisu he wouldn't die that easily," he said. "Rest assured that he will wake up soon," he said. Jisung nodded again.

"Was he like this before?" He asked Cory. "Yes," said Cory. "Well, when he was actually unconscious yes," he said. "You're in his place until he's ready to wake up," he said. "If he doesn't?" Asked Jisung. "We'll deal with it then," said Sunggyu. "We're here until the end," said Cory.

"You've become like a little brother to me kid," said Sunggyu. "Maybe because of how things are now, you'll need someone to guide you until Kisu decides it's time to wake up," he said.

"Cory," said Jisung as he moved away from Cory. "What if the only way for him to wake up is for me to completely fade away?" He asked. "What if I'm the one keeping him from waking up?" He asked. "Don't think that," said Cory as he gripped onto both Jisung's shoulders. "Don't ever think that," he said. "There is always another way," he said. "Do you know how much Kisu would blame himself if you did this?" He asked. Jisung nodded.

"Let's get some sleep," said Sunggyu. "We'll see how things are in a week," he said. "Good idea," said Cory as he led Jisung to their room. After helping Jisung take a shower and taking separate showers themselves, Cory and Sunggyu found themselves on either side of Jisung, each lending their own sense of comfort.

"Everything will be okay," said Cory as he hugged Jisung from behind. "You'll be okay, Kisu will be okay," he said. Jisung hummed in response before hiccuping, nearly choking on his own sobs. Sunggyu wiped the tears away, gently hushing him. "Everything will be alright," he whispered, afraid to speak louder.

It nearly broke Cory to see Jisung like this. He knew that everyone had their breaking point, but to see their mate close to death like this must've been hard for Jisung to handle. He could only imagine what Youngjae's reaction would be if they told him the news. Jisung was still a kid at heart, and they knew that. He could only whisper sweet words in comfort as he held Jisung close to him as Jisung cried himself to sleep.

"I'd really hate to see what Kisu's pure blood mate's reaction would be if we told them what had happened," said Sunggyu as he sighed, listening to Jisung's breathing. Cory hummed in response. "I know," he mumbled, shaking his head slightly. "I'm afraid to tell them the news at all," he said. "We'll see what happens after Christmas then," he said, sighing a bit.

"Do you think you can watch him for a little bit?" Asked Cory as he moved slowly, trying not to wake Jisung. "Sure," said Sunggyu as he nodded. "You don't have to cuddle him, but call for me if he has nightmares or something," said Cory as he grabbed his phone after getting up and leaving the room. Sunggyu nodded and sat up on his elbows, watching Jisung.

"Hello?" Came Youngjae's voice after Cory called him. "Youngjae, are you alone?" Asked Cory as he stepped outside. "Yes, I went for a small walk to the lake what's up?" Asked Youngjae. "At this time of night?" Asked Cory as he blinked. "Never mind that," he said, sighing a bit. "I have something to tell you," he said before explaining what had happened.

"I thought I felt something wrong," were Youngjae's first words when Cory finished. "I just want you to not blame the kid," said Cory. "I don't," said Youngjae. "He blames himself doesn't he?" He asked. "Yes," said Cory. "I won't make it worse for him then, thank you for telling me," said Youngjae.

"You're awfully calm about this," said Cory. "I just had a feeling that Kisu wouldn't be Kisu anymore," said Youngjae. "Maybe he'll come back, but I'm prepared for the worst," he said. "Yeah..." Mumbled Cory. "I'll see you guys after Christmas then," he said. "Bye," said Youngjae before he hung up.

"Well, that went better than expected," said Daniel as he came outside. "You did the right thing," he said, placing a hand on Cory's shoulder as Cory leaned against the porch railing. "I hope so," mumbled Cory. "I really do," he said.