세븐틴:  Lost in Time

 

 

The next day, they were all ready for practicing their collaboration with Nu’est. Both groups went to their company and practice. They were so busy and excited during their practice. They felt no exhaustion because of the fun and challenge.

 

Sebongs and Nu’est wasted no time as they practice and learn their song and sang along with it. It’s been three days since they started practicing, and their energy was still burning! Who couldn’t deny that it’s fun working with another group too; moreover, they were glad and honoured that they had the chance to share another fun moments with their sunbaenims

 

All were so energetic, like despite the intensity of their practice, during breaks they still go around and fool around. They’ve been staying all day and night perfecting their act, except if they had their own schedule to make. It was a total ramble whenever they were all together. It’s messy, but they enjoyed it. The boys eat and talk and still energized for a week that they didn’t notice Jeonghan’s expression and body were changing day by day. Although, Jeonghan would really love to participate in their jokes and laughter, his body won’t allow it.

 

One time, while the others were fooling around, Jeonghan stayed at the corner like he used to when he was still a trainee. He looked shy and, it’s not new to them to see him with his low stamina; however, that was not the problem this time.

 

A moment after they were having fun, their food arrived. Some started clearing the floor, some were setting up the tables and utensils, and meanwhile, Ren was the one in charge of getting water from the dispenser. The time he went filling their pitcher, he was startled seeing Jeonghan on the side, like a cute little bunny crumpling his body beside the water dispenser shy and quiet. Ren got a little heart attack that he almost drop the pitcher he’s filling.

 

Ren:

Jeonghanie~

 

Then, he became worried because he looked so pale and sad.

 

Ren:

Jeonghanie, are you okay?

 

Jeonghan who had his eyes closed that time was also startled by the soft call and quickly responded.

 

Jeonghan:

Ah! Yes?

(He looked at the boy worried at him and projected a sweet weak smile)

 

Ren:

You okay?

 

Jeonghan:

Actually, I got little tired.

 

Ren:

I see.

C’mon, let’s eat so you can get energized.

… you need a lift?

 

Jeonghan:

No. I can. Thank you.

(He smiled)

 

He stood up and went to their dining area with Ren. It was still hyped as they started digging into their food. Jeonghan went behind Coups and rest his body slightly to the other boy. That was the only time they thought of Jeonghan’s sickness. For a moment, they thought Jeonghan was okay, that was because he’s showing so much enthusiasm during their practice that he even teased their sunbaes.

 

Seungcheol faced him with a worried expression and held him on his arms as he embraced him gently. On the other hand, their boys slowly noticed what was going on.

 

Seungcheol:

Han-ah, how are you feeling? I’m sorry I cannot attend to you.

(He felt guilty)

 

Jeonghan:

(He whispered)

Cheol, I want to go home.

(He said with a painful and weak tone with his heavy breathes)

 

With that tone, Cheol became so worried.

 

Seungcheol:

Are you feeling cold?

(Cupped his cheeks and looked at his face)

 

Jeonghan:

Nope.

(With heavy panting)

I’m already tired. I feel lazy.

And please, do not disturb everyone because of me.

 

Seungcheol:

Okay. Wait for me here.

(He looked at Joshua)

Shua, can you? (Look at him for a sec.)

(Looked at Jeonghan)

 

Joshua immediately went beside the weak Jeonghan as soon as he got the signal from Coups. He assisted their poor angel; though, Jeonghan was not that critical that time. He was just feeling tired.

 

Joshua:

(He whispered)

Jeonghan-ah…

(He smiled)

Good boy.

(He teased.)

 

Jeonghan:

(With his wicked gaze over his weak smile)

Why?

 

Joshua:

You are learning to lean on us now, huh?

That’s getting better.

(He winked)

 

Jeonghan:

Really?

 

Joshua:

Yeah.

We feel more confident because you are relying on us, so keep it up.

Wanna eat?

 

Later on, Mingyu went beside them sensing something from behind the quiet doors.

 

Mingyu:

Something going on?

 

Joshua:

Yeah.

But don’t worry.

 

Mingyu:

Feeling not so good again, hyung?

 

Jeonghan:

Not that serious anyway.

 

Mingyu:

Alright.

You should eat first.

 

Then, later on, Coups went back saying that the van was waiting outside.

 

Seungcheol:

Everything is ready now.

 

Jeonghan:

Thank you.

 

Mingyu:

You are going home?

 

Jeonghan:

Yeah.

 

Joshua:

Who’s coming with him?

I’m fine.

 

Seungcheol:

Me.

 

Joshua:

But the boys needs you here. You choose between us, Cheol.

 

Jeonghan:

Uh- guys? I think…

 

Then later on, a jolly voice interrupted their conversation.

 

Seungkwan:

What’s happening?

 

Seungcheol:

Jeonghan will go home immediately.

 

Seungkwan:

Sick again?

I wanna go with him.

 

Seungcheol:

Want to go with him?

 

Joshua:

I think, he’s more comfortable with one of his babies.

(He giggled)

 

Mingyu:

Oh… poor Seungkwanie~

(He giggled)

 

Seungkwan:

Why?

 

Jeonghan:

You gotta entertain me well.

(He smirked)

 

Seungkwan:

(Gulped)

Oh god! Hyung, please let us just rest.

 

Mingyu:

Now, I know your intensions.

(He complained to Cheol)

Hyuuuung, Seungkwan is just lazy.

 

Seungkwan:

Eeeeiiii! Hyung, I wanna take care of Jeonghanie hyung.

 

Seungcheol:
(with evil grin)

Okay.

…

Serve Jeonghan well, buddy. And goodluck!

(Because with Jeonghan’s smile, he knew that their wicked angel was scheming something)

 

Seungkwan, the poor boy, also noticed that his hyung had been staring at him like he wanted to enslave him so bad, for his entertainment purposes.

 

Seungkwan:

Hyung…

Let’s just rest. Okay?

 

Jeonghan:

Of course.

(With his cold and teasing voice)

 

Mingyu:

(He laughed)

Goodluck~

 

Seungkwan:

Did I made the right decision?

(He murmured)

 

Jeonghan:

Yes, Seungkwanie~

 

Seungcheol:

Oh boy.

(He teased with his smile and his dimples.)

Bye~

 

Joshua:

Jeonghan, take care of Seungkwan.

Don’t kill him, please.

 

Jeonghan:

He’s safe with me.

(He winked)

 

They send Seungkwan off with their teasing smile and wave.

 

Seungcheol, Joshua, and Mingyu:

Bye~

 

Seungkwan:

Noooo!

(He acted like he’s being swallowed by a big black hole at his back)

 

Seungkwan’s acting was noticed by many of them, in fact, his loud and misery tone called all the attention.

 

Jeonghan:

Ya!

You are being too much this time.

(He tapped Seungkwan’s head lightly)

 

Seungkwan:

Omo!

Sorry, I was just carried away.

 

Ren:

Why?

 

Seungcheol:

They just need to go home early.

 

Ren:

Oh yeah!

You should rest, Hanie.

 

Jihoon:

Why?

 

Seungcheol:

Jeonghan is not feeling well.

 

Soon Young:

(With his mong, cutie look)

Why?

Who’s with you?

 

Jeonghan:

Seungkwan.

Don’t worry. I’ll be fine with Seungkwan.

(He with a weak smile)

He said he’s tend to everything I need.

(He grinned)

 

From the way Jeonghan teased the poor boy, the other members were relieved that he’s not suffering that much.

 

Jun:

Take care Seungkwan.

 

Seungkwan:

Please pray for me.

 

DK:

We will all do.

Rest in peace, Kwanie~

 

Vernon:

See you somewhere.

 

Seungkwan:

Yaaaaa!

Hanie hyung! Please defend me.

 

Jeonghan:

Ya… we need Seungkwan in our daily lives. Right, Seungkwanie?

 

Dino:

Okay then, please survive from Jeonghan hyung’s hands. I know he’s scheming something.

 

Seungkwan:

That’s what I am worried about.

 

All laughed because Seungkwan was taking it seriously.

 

Jeonghan:

Time to go, Seungkwanie~ I wanna rest.

 

Seungkwan:

Okay.

Please…

 

The boys went out peacefully, while the others were worried about Jeonghan; though, he seemed just alright based on his energy and expression.

 

Right in front of the van, Jeonghan and Seungkwan went inside without any hassle. Jeonghan leaned his head on the chubby boy’s shoulders and rest quietly.

 

Seungkwan:

How are you feeling?

 

Jeonghan:

I’m dizzy.

I feel weak and my body couldn’t move anymore.

 

Seungkwan:

I think your body is just tired.

Good job that you let us know.

 

Jeonghan:

That’s what I promised to myself since my body is getting weaker Seungkwan.

 

Seungkwan:
(he was worried because it came from Jeonghan’s –this time- honest mouth.)

How bad are you feeling?

 

Jeonghan:

Not that painful; though, I cannot move my whole body anymore.

It feels lazy.

 

Seungkwan:

Okay.

…

Thank you, hyung…

 

Jeonghan:

For what?

For you coming along with me so you can rest?

(He teased)

 

Seungkwan:

No…

For being honest.

 

Jeonghan:

I see.

You all want that, huh?

 

Seungkwan:

Yeah.

Actually, we want you to rely on us.

(He smiled)

 

Suddenly, Seungkwan pulled Jeonghan’s hand and massage it gently.

 

Seungkwan:

And hyung… no matter how hurt you are or how hard it would be for you…

Please remember, that we are ready to share the pain with you.

I know that you don’t want us to worry about you… but I tell you… we’re more worried because you are not so confident to tell us and to rely on us.

 

Jeonghan:

I see.

(With his eyes close)

Sorry.

…

 

Seungkwan:

Don’t you think of us as reliable, hyung?

 

Jeonghan:

Not because of that…

It’s because we are all busy and I’m afraid I will cause you with so much trouble.

 

Seungkwan:

No. that’s not true… because we all love you, hyung.

 

Jeonghan:

Alright.

Thank you.

 

Seungkwan:

We are near our house, so don’t sleep completely.

 

Jeonghan:

Yeah. I just have to close my eyes because I’m really light-headed.

 

As soon as they arrived at the dorm, Seungkwan set up their improvised bed on their most spacious area which was the living room for the both of them to rest. Seungkwan did not allow Jeonghan to sleep without eating and drinking his meal and medicine, so he made sure that he entertained his hyung to keep him happy and energetic to eat his meal before they go to bed.

 

They lie down comfortably on a white mattress on the floor and covered themselves with a fluffy comforter as Jeonghan reached Seungkwan’s stomach and wrapped it around his thin arms. The older ones went near to the younger, making his shoulder his pillow.

 

Jeonghan:

Let’s sleep Seungkwanie.

(He shut his eyes)

 

Seungkwan:

At last!

(He giggled)

 

Without any warning, Jeonghan lifted his head to reach the boy’s lips leaving a trail of a sweet kiss on his forehead and unexpectedly on Seungkwan’s soft lips.

 

Jeonghan:

Sleep tight.

(He gaze sweetly at Seungkwan)

 

On the other hand, the flustered boy was in daze as he bit his lips unconsciously making the other one giggle on his innocent reaction.

 

Seungkwan:

…

 

With Jeonghan lying back down to his stiff pillow, which was Seungkwan’s shoulder, and wrapping his hands over the boy next to him, he settled down quietly as he fell asleep immediately.

 

Seungkwan was left staring blankly on the ceiling until he could hear deep breathes from the beautiful creature beside him. That was the time when he looked down to see the beauty. Jeonghan looked so frail. The boy reached his hand cupping his hyung’s cheeks lightly while staring at him endearingly.

 

Seungkwan:

Oh my! Am I in heaven?

(He smiled)

 

Therefore, the young man didn’t sleep tight at all because he was so blindedatthe brightest star on his shoulders. He was lured to stare at him for the rest of the time, Seungkwan was pretty sure Jeonghan was in his deep sleep already as he felt his hyung’s head sliding down on his shoulders. All he needed to do was to adjust it again to the right angle, so Jeonghan could continue his sweet sleep.

 

***

 

Sebongs finished practicing late at night. They received no emergency calls or whatever that night, so they were kinda relieved. When they got home, the two were still on their bed in the living room. They thought that with their good sleep, they haven’t had their dinner yet.

 

With the loud sound they’re creating, Seungkwan was disturbed and woke up, but Jeonghan didn’t mind opening his eyes. In short, Jeonghan didn’t want to be disturbed in his sleep.

 

Seungkwan:

Oh~ hyung…

 

Seungkwanie called their leader with a soft voice as he didn’t want to wake Jeonghan up.

 

 

Seungcheol:

How’s he?

 

Seungkwan:

No attacks…

But I don’t know if he was on his deep sleep again.

 

They immediately confirmed that Jeonghan’s sleep was just a normal one when he changed his position grabbing a pillow next to him and turn over, facing the couch for a change.

 

Wonwoo:

(He smiled seeing that)

What a relief.

 

Jun:

Is it okay if we leave him like that?

It’s cold here.

 

Mingyu:

I’m getting some more comforter.

 

Joshua:

Seungkwan, have you eaten your dinner?

 

Seungkwan:

Not yet. I just woke up too.

 

Dino:

Nice of you having a good rest.

 

DK:

I’m so envy!!!

(With his pouty lips)

 

Seungcheol:
Eat and then rest.

Tomorrow, we have schedule and practice too.

Jeonghan have no schedule tomorrow.

Who else do not have?

 

Mingyu raised his hands.

 

Seungcheol:

I’ll leave everything to you.

 

Minghao:

I wanna be with Hanie hyung too.

(He pouted his lips)

 

Soon Young:

Sorry Minghao ya… we have our Dingo.

Me toooooo…

 

Dino:

Guys… we haven’t date hyung for a while do we?

 

DK:

What are you planning baby Dino?

 

Jihoon:

(He smirked)

Let’s listen to our maknae this time.

 

Mingyu:

What are you planning?

 

Dino:

I just want to have a group date with Jeonghan hyung, since I noticed that he’s not well lately.

 

Vernon:

I think that’s a good idea!

 

The boys gathered around the table after giving Jeonghan his double layered comforter, since they knew very well that their angel was really not good at handling cold temperature.

 

They planned a group date; though, it was strictly forbidden to show some romantic side of them. That was Dino’s main and foremost rule. The boy wanted a day out with his hyungs too, hoping that they would not bully him for once because it’s for Jeonghan. Though, it was accepted if Jeonghan was the one who would bully him, but he really hoped that he would not receive any.

 

They planned very well. They wanted to go to the seaside for some reason; however, they removed it on the list because it’s winter. Then, they ended up planning a very simple outing, just around Seoul. Maybe a food trip with everyone like what they were doing during their predebut days. The boys agreed. They thought it was a simple yet great idea. That would also help them get closer to each other.

 

***

 

Jeonghan woke up the very next day after everybody had left. The angelic being didn’t even take his dinner and breakfast and now it was already almost dinner. Mingyu prepared a lot of food for his angel, so by the time he would wake up, everything was ready.

 

Mingyu was about to go and wake their –from the last time he sees him- sleeping angel, fortunately, Jeonghan was already up.

 

However, that moment, instead of receiving a bright and warm smile, Mingyu was greeted with Jeonghan’s unusual clueless and confused eyes.

 

Mingyu, on the other hand, was also clueless with Jeonghan’s actions. He didn’t know if he was just acting it out to or was there something probably happening already.

 

Jeonghan looked terrified when he saw a tall, although, handsome guy in front of him while wearing his apron and holding a cooking utensil with his smile.

 

Mingyu:

Good morning angel.

(He smiled handsomely; even though, he wasn’t sure of what’s happening.)

Wanna eat?

 

In Mingyu’s surprise, Jeonghan replied something very terrifying and unusual. He would be amazed on Jeonghan if it was a joke; however, what he sensed was different because he believed that something went really wrong.

 

The frightened angel tightened his grip on the comforter and dragged it close to him. Slowly, he was moving backwards with the feeling of being terrified of something-maybe to the boy in front of him. He looked estranged with the tall man’s appearance; also, with the place he was in. his eyes kept on wondering around like he haven’t been there before.

 

On the other hand, with those gazes towards him, Mingyu thought that probably someone or something terrifying was behind him, so he looked back abruptly.

 

Mingyu:

(In panic)

Why? Why, Jeonghanie?

 

He too stepped back lightly.

 

Jeonghan:

Ummm…

Y-you know me mister?

 

Mingyu was so surprised that he looked back at Jeonghan with his eyes almost popping out.

 

Mingyu:

Jeonghanie, w-what’s wrong?

 

        He remembered the first time he did it the last time he wake him up. He did it well that time, he really though it was a joke because Jeonghan said he was joking- so he believed in him, but the strange feeling was the same as he felt for the first time Jeonghan asked him the same question this time.

 

Mingyu:

Eeeiiii! Hyung! Don’t do that to me! I am really scared every time you do that!

 

Jeonghan:

Oh… you really know me.

(He stated with his surprised eyes)

You are younger than me?

S-sorry… I- I can’t remember.

Where are we?

 

Jeonghan was so innocent of everything. He mean it when he didn’t remember a thing.

 

On the contrary, Mingyu was petrified. He felt his heart was breaking, but he tried to calm himself down because he’s still hoping that it was a big joke by his evil Jeonghanie hyung.

 

Mingyu:

Are you serious, Jeonghanie?

 

Jeonghan:

Wait… are you younger?

(He said in confusion)

 

Mingyu:

Yeah… but you let me call you that.

 

Jeonghan:

I see.

Sorry, but what happened?

Are we close? Like are we friends?

 

Jeonghan began asking things that would help him stitch his memories and that would help him to understand what’s happening. He even thought that he was involved in some kind of accident.

 

Jeonghan asked again when the other man didn’t answer.

 

Jeonghan:

Did something happened?

 

Mingyu:

Y-you j-

 

The tall man stuttered. He felt terrible with his trembling hands. He couldn’t breathe.

 

Jeonghan:

Why are we here?

(Looking around the dorm.)

 

Mingyu:

Seriously?

(He felt a fast beat on his chest)

Jeonghan-ah… you don’t remember me?

 

Mingyu asked carefully; even though, his heart is panicking. That time, he thought he must stay calm, so he can figure out what to do.

 

Jeonghan:

And this place…

Did we somehow involved in an accident?

 

Mingyu:

Does your head hurt?

 

Jeonghan:

Not really?

Where is dad?

And where did we meet? Sorry?

 

Mingyu break out after confirming that Jeonghan couldn’t recall everything about him, and maybe about the team. The tall man almost cried knowing how serious it could be. He ran beside him; though, he needed to be cautious.

 

Mingyu:

Jeonghan-ah.

(With an about to cry tone)

 

Jeonghan:

Yes?

(With a calm expression)

We are friends, right?

I-I’m not some kind of being kidnapped, right?

 

Mingyu:

W-we are.

(His tears finally fell from pain in his chest.)

How are you feeling?

 

Jeonghan:

Fine.
(He smiled)

Don’t cry.

(Jeonghan wiped the other man’s tears)

Your name? Sorry.

(He asked softly)

 

Mingyu:

Mingyu.

Please tell me this is just a joke.

 

Jeonghan:

I hope it’s more like it… but I don’t really recall anything.

 

Mingyu:

What is your last memory tells you?

 

Jeonghan:

I was going out from school and someone asked me to go to an agency?

 

Mingyu:

You are already here.

 

Jeonghan:

Why are you crying?

 

Mingyu:

Because I am hurting seeing you like that.

 

Mingyu whined so bad. He wanted to embrace Jeonghan as much as he could, but he couldn’t as he didn’t want to scare him out.

 

Jeonghan:

(He was surprised)

Oh!...

Did I forget about you?

 

Jeonghan felt really guilty upon seeing Mingyu cry like he’s really hurting inside.

 

Mingyu:

Us, hyung.

(He kept on crying)

Is it because of your sickness?

 

Jeonghan kept saying ‘I’m sorry’ to the boy he couldn’t recall for a moment, feeling that he’s done him wrong.

 

Well, Mingyu was true when he assumed that it was because of his illness. It start occurring as soon as Jeonghan was having nosebleeds and headaches. He couldn’t notice the symptoms immediately as it was not that extreme because his forgetfulness could happen anytime like a normal thing when he forgot where he put his phone or anything.

 

His brain was slowly getting weaker that his brain cells started failing his memory; though, sometimes it would return back as soon as possible. Like a minute or two. But this time, it was kinda long and scary, that it lasted for about an hour and a half since Mingyu started convincing the poor man about their relationship and how it began.

 

On the other hand, Mingyu started narrating everything and Jeonghan was so mesmerized learning that. He felt so sorry, but he didn’t know if he would believe the stranger or not.

 

Jeonghan:

Is that… real?

(He said shyly)

 

Mingyu:

Do you want me to call your parents?

…

I think, we also need to call Doctor Eric.

 

Jeonghan:

Oh! I am not hurting.

Please…

 

Mingyu:

Hyung… you are… don’t worry, we know about it.

 

Mingyu briefly stated about his disease and Jeonghan was rather more surprised learning about it.

 

Mingyu:

Wait for me here.

…

Anyway, the food is ready. Please eat, Jeonghan.

You need it. You haven’t eaten since dinner last night.

 

When Mingyu stood up, he felt his knees so weak that he stumbled down the floor.

 

Jeonghan:

Are you okay, Mingyu ssi?

 

Mingyu didn’t show his face as he was hurting inside. His hands felt weak and cold. He wanted to cry loudly, but he couldn’t. He should be calm… he must be calm. He said to himself as he wiped his tears and got up once again.

 

Jeonghan:

Are you alright?

Something’s hurting you?

(He went to assist the tall handsome man.)

 

Mingyu:

I’m alright.

Let’s go and eat.

I hope your memory will get back the soonest.

 

Jeonghan:

I hope so too.

Sorry Mingyu ssi.

 

Mingyu:

Nothing to apologize.

Let’s eat?

(He invited)

 

Jeonghan stood up and walked along side with the hurting Mingyu. On the other hand, Jeonghan’s prince was hesitating on every action he’s making in order not to cause Jeonghan panic. However, Jeonghan felt that he hurt his friend only for not remembering him. He pulled the bottom of Mingyu’s shirt to stop him for a talk.

 

Jeonghan:

Mingyu ssi…

I’m really sorry.

I’m sure I will remember everything.

(He smiled gently)

 

Mingyu couldn’t help but to cry and face his angel.

 

Mingyu:

Please remember me… please remember us, Jeonghan ah

(He said with a soft longing voice.)

 

Jeonghan:

(He got shy and bowed his head down)

I’m really sorry, Mingyu.

 

Mingyu:

It’s okay… just be well.

(He smiled weakly)

Can I hold you?

 

Jeonghan was confused but his heart was telling him to nod and agree. Moreover, he wanted to comfort the poor man who was hurting because of him. He knew that forgetting someone important was really terrible. And now he was feeling guilty. However, he felt shy when some handsome stranger –for the meantime- was holding his hands so tight and warm. He felt loved.

 

Minutes after a short pause, Jeonghan wiped out Mingyu’s tears and smiled gently. But later on, he displayed a confused and worried face.

 

Jeonghan:

Mingyu ya…

(With his soft voice)

 

Mingyu was startled. He really wish that Jeonghan would reveal that it was just a joke, even if it hurt him so much.

 

Jeonghan:

Why are you crying?

(He said worriedly)

 

With his tears suddenly stop falling down.

 

Mingyu:

Jeonghan-ah…

Jeonghan ah…

 

Jeonghan:

Yeah. Why?

 

Mingyu:

Do you remember me now?

 

Jeonghan:

What are y-

(Realizing that Mingyu was already aware of losing his memory…)

Did I…

 

Mingyu:

(Sobbing once again)

You have forgotten me.

 

Jeonghan:

(Feeling guilty)

S-sorry.

(Preventing his eyes to cry)

 

Mingyu:

Jeonghan-ah…

Please don’t forget me. Please don’t forget us.

 

Mingyu embraced him tightly while Jeonghan received it warmly as he embraced him back his hair.

 

Jeonghan:

Sorry.

 

They stayed quite like that in a matter of a few seconds until Jeonghan pushed the boy lightly and wiped away his tears by a soft kiss beneath his prince’s eyes.

 

Jeonghan:

Mingyu ya…

Let’s eat?

I can smell your cooking from here.

I’m hungry.

 

Jeonghan thought that he could change the mood by changing the topic, however, Mingyu did not reply at all. He just looked at Jeonghan’s face and watched his actions carefully like he was assuring that his angel was already recovering.

 

Jeonghan:

(Knew that Mingyu was reassuring that he’s fine)

Why prince?

Sorry for making you panic. I am fine now…

Let’s eat?

 

Jeonghan took the initiative to walk to the kitchen first, but Mingyu pulled him back for a kiss. A tender kiss on Jeonghan’s unguarded lips quickly. Jeonghan paused but he did not resist.

 

Jeonghan:

Why?

 

Mingyu did not reply as he planted another kiss on Jeonghan’s lips.

 

Jeonghan:

Ya… Mingyu.

 

Mingyu looked at him seriously through his sorrowful eyes, but still he did not reply.

 

Jeonghan:

(With his firm voice)

Mingyu ssi!

 

Another kiss was planted on Jeonghan’s lips.

 

Jeonghan:

Ya!

Speak!

(Jeonghan began scolding his tall prince)

 

However, Mingyu replied through another soft kiss.

 

Jeonghan:

(He frowned)

What’s w-

 

His words were being hold because Mingyu embraced him tightly and longingly around his thin waist as he planted a kiss on his neck and carried him to the kitchen carrying him like the way he embraced him.

 

While being caught on a strong arms, Jeonghan couldn’t do something because he knew how serious Mingyu was without hearing him say any word. Since he was caught already, he wrapped his arms around the taller male’s neck and remained quiet until he was put down and let him seat on the chair while serving their food quietly.

 

Jeonghan:

Mingyu ya…

(While following his movements with his eyes)

Are you mad at me?

 

That time, Mingyu pulled the chair beside Jeonghan and sat next to him.

 

Jeonghan:

Mingyu.

(He was worried)

 

Mingyu:

Since when do you feel that?

Tell me honestly.

(With a serious tone)

 

Jeonghan was kinda worried because he didn’t know how he can say that to him.

 

Mingyu:

Let’s eat first before we discuss.

 

Jeonghan:

Please don’t get mad at me.

 

Mingyu:

Jeonghan…

(His voice became sweet)

I am not angry. Look…

That scares me.

 

Jeonghan:

I know.

Sorry.

 

Mingyu paused for a while and looked at Jeonghan sincerely.

 

Jeonghan:

Ya…

(With a monotone voice)

 

Mingyu:

Let’s eat first.

 

Jeonghan:

Seriously?

How can I eat if you are like that?

 

Mingyu:

Sorry…

I’m just…

I am just worried.

 

Jeonghan:

(He smiled)

I’m okay now.

 

Mingyu:

Thank goodness you are back.

 

Jeonghan:

I will always get back to all of you.

(He chuckled)

 

Jeonghan ate his noodle with all those side dishes and bulgogi with rice. He even offered Mingyu his food and Mingyu joyfully accepted it.

 

Mingyu:

Jeonghanie!

 

Jeonghan was startled.

 

Jeonghan:

What?

Why are you startling me?!

(He scolded)

 

Mingyu:

If you happen to lose your memory again…

(He smirked)

I will kidnap you and marry you so you won’t go far from me…

And every time… you will come back to me. I will engrave something on the ring, like… I love you, Jeonghan  –Mingyu…so you won’t forget me.

 

Jeonghan:

(He blushed)

Y-ya…

 

It was kinda romantic. Jeonghan didn’t know that he’d actually fall for that Korean drama like scripts. His heart fluttered like a girl; especially when Mingyu gave him a sincere smile and melting gazes.

 

The poor angel’s heart was skipping so fast and it left him speechless.

 

Jeonghan:

Let’s… let’s just eat first.

 

The two boys ate and finished everything before they discussed of what Jeonghan had been feeling not quite too long ago.

 

Mingyu:

So tell me, when did it start?

(With a worried looks)

 

Jeonghan:

Actually,

(He sighed)

I don’t know if the first thing was due to lack of sleep or what. I can’t recall some. All I can remember was that I forgot where my phone and bag were when I just put them down… and if passing our block was also part of it… I don’t know.

But the major thing that happened started when we were practicing CLAP. I forgot things easily… then the next thing was I think when our comeback and the longest was today.

(He told the other man honestly.)

 

Mingyu:

How about when you greeted me with the same question that scared me this morning?

 

Jeonghan:

What?

 

Mingyu:

The ‘Who are you?’

 

Jeonghan:

Oh… I think that too. Maybe?

 

Then, the younger man confirmed that it happened long time ago. The boy frowned his brows and pursed his lips as he felt really bad learning that from Jeonghan.

 

Mingyu:

Then, it started long time ago.

Jeonghan-ah.

(Held his hand)

I love you. I love you!

Don’t forget that.

I don’t care if you won’t remember my name. But please recognize my face… or if not… my love.

Please.

I don’t care if we will start all over again.

I Love you. I love you so much.

Just please come back to us.

(With tears pooling on his eyes remembering how painful it was when someone you love won’t remember you anymore.)

 

Jeonghan:

(Cupped Mingyu’s cheeks and thumbs away his tears)

I wish I won’t lose my memory… and I’m sure… my body and heart will remember everything.

(He smiled)

Mingyu-ya…

I’m sorry…

I’ve been hurting you and everybody.

 

Mingyu:

(Held Jeonghan’s hand on his cheeks)

No. please.

I don’t want to hear those words from you.

 

Jeonghan:

(He smiled)

Then, thank you.

 

Mingyu:

Maybe an intimate one will do?

 

Jeonghan:

I love you.

 

Mingyu:

Better.

(He smiled gently and that made his tears go away)

 

Jeonghan:

(He giggled)

I don’t know if it’s still effective on you.

 

Mingyu:

It will always be.

(He smiled and kissed his hands)

I will protect you. I promise.

 

Jeonghan:

Since when did you become like this Mingyu?

 

Mingyu:

Since, I started loving you.

 

Mingyu smiled handsomely, which gave Jeonghan a flinch due to his fast heartbeat.

 

Jeonghan:

Cheesy, ei…

 

Mingyu:

(Laughed)

For a change.

I love you.

 

The prince advanced forward and kissed the other man’s lips gently.

 

Jeonghan:

(Looked at the man with a surprised look and thought to himself)

Why do you always make me feel like it’s always your first time to touch me like that every time.

Mingyu ya… you’re such a tease. You are teasing my heart so bad. Tsk!

 

After talking to himself, Jeonghan giggled out of nowhere, which gave Mingyu a confusion.

 

Mingyu:

That’s your answer?

(He was a little pissed reaction, feeling that Jeonghan was not serious when he was.)

 

Jeonghan:

(Was startled)

No.

 I just thought of something.

 

Mingyu:

You are thinking of others while I am here… kissing you?

(He stated in disbelief)

 

Jeonghan:

It’s you, I am thinking, imma!

You don’t want?

 

Mingyu:

I want.

Then what are you thinking about me?

 

Jeonghan:

I don’t want to tell you~

(He teased with his smirking beautiful lips)

 

Mingyu:

Why~?

 

Jeonghan:

It’s a secret.

 

Mingyu:

Good?

Bad?

What?

Don’t do this to me.

 

Jeonghan made no reply as he was currently cleaning the table and when he got back at the whining prince, he didn’t say a word and kissed him on his cheeks. The prince was startled. Who would think that a kiss on the cheeks gives more butterfly on his stomach. Mingyu felt like it’s their first time again. He was fluttered with that sweet kiss and smiled as he held his heart.

 

Mingyu:

Omo.

(With a wide eyes and smile)

 

Jeonghan:

That’s my answer.

 

Mingyu:

I’m lost.

 

Jeonghan:

Then… who are you?

 

Mingyu:

An angel’s prince.

(He smiled)

And how about you?

 

Jeonghan:

Oh!

A prince’s angel.

(He giggled)

This is too much Mingyu!

(He became embarrassed)

 

Mingyu:

(He blushed and giggled)

I must admit.

(He cringed)

Aigoo.

 

Jeonghan:

Go and rest.

I will wash.

 

Mingyu:

Let’s clean together.

(He winked)

 

Jeonghan was on the sink, waiting for the plates to be brought by Mingyu from the table. Suddenly, Mingyu hugged Jeonghan from his back slowly and gently and planted a sweet kiss on Jeonghan’s shoulder.

 

Mingyu:

Who am I?

 

Jeonghan:

The angel’s prince?

 

Mingyu:

Wrong.

(He smiled)

 

Jeonghan:

Then?

 

Mingyu:

The person who loves you so much.

(Looked sincerely to Jeonghan.)

 

Jeonghan:

(He giggled and felt flattered)

Gimme another kiss, then.

(While busy looking at his hands holding the plates with his full of bubbles hand.)

 

Mingyu:

Easy.

 

He kissed him on his neck softly as he helped Jeonghan washing the plates in that position. It’s the most comfortable and effective way of washing for Jeonghan, because Mingyu was the one who almost do the job and he just enjoyed Mingyu’s embrace from behind.