✤ J I N Y O U N G ✤

Keeping You
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"Jio..." 

Jinyoung cooed on his son who is still fast asleep on their bed, and is even drooling. He finds him cute, but glancing on the digital clock which read 4:30 a.m., Jinyoung knows he has no time to get swayed by his son's cuteness because they both need to move. Jaebum is already in the shower, and Jinyoung is well aware that they cannot miss their flight.

So with another gentle tap on his son's shoulder, Jinyoung tried again. "Jio, come on baby. You need to get up." But his son just kept on rolling on the bed, refusing to do what he's being told. 

Just then, he heard as the bathroom door opened, revealing Jaebum who is wearing a robe and is drying his hair with a towel. "He's still not getting up." Jinyoung whined.

When the older saw him having a hard time on waking up his son, Jaebum only laughed. "Wonder who he's got it from."

This made him pout and wave his hands in defense. "Certainly not from me. I've always been a morning person." Jaebum however didn't seem to mind what he said and just went towards the closet to get his clothes. 

 

It has been five years since him and Jaebum flew to Japan where they both raised Jio. Those past five years have been fruitful and Jinyoung never wanted to leave, but Jaebum's job required them to. Jaebum got reassigned and is now set to work in Jeju. After five years of being away, it's now time to return. Jinyoung isn't sure yet if he's ready.

 

When they heard the announcement that the plane has already landed, Jinyoung just looked outside the window and inhaled a huge breath. Jio is sleeping with his head on his lap. A two hour flight might have exhausted the his son, since he still hasn't got a proper sleep. As he played with his son's hair, Jinyoung's mind gets filled with certain thoughts. Five years ago, he has left matters unresolved. He chose to leave because he thought there was no reason for him to stay anyway. But now... now that he's back... what exactly is he hoping for?

A soft touch in his hand got his attention back. When he turned to his side, he saw how Jaebum is looking at him with those sincere and warm eyes. "Just in case you need to hear this..." Jaebum trailed off, brushing his thumb against his knuckles, giving his troubled heart a soothing feeling. "...I am still with you on this, alright? We have talked about this already and we agreed that this is what all of us need. This is what I need. This is what you need. And this is what Jio needs."

Jinyoung can't do anything but heave a deep breath as he stared back at those eyes.

"There's still a lot of things which you need to settle. You and I both know that, Jinyoung." Giving his hand one last gentle squeeze, Jaebum continued. "And I trust you, to know what is the right thing that you should do."

 

Jio was awake by the time they have deplaned. The three of them walked towards the gates and into the waiting area. He's holding Jio's hand while little guy keeps on yawning, complaining that he still needs to sleep. Jaebum is in charge of their luggages. 

"Appa, Jio is sleepy! And hungry!" Jio complained once again.

Jinyoung crouched just so he could reach his son's head and fix his beanie. "I know, baby. We're gonna eat in a bit, okay?" Standing back up and turning to Jaebum who is on his phone, texting, Jinyoung asked. "Where is he, Jaebum?"

Jaebum dialled on his phone as he scanned the area. "He must be here already. He drove an hour ago." 

Jinyoung also tried to scan the airport for any sign of a certain brunette, until he heard Jaebum say, "There he is!" And soon he finds him, waving happily at them and holding a placard where Welcome home Jinyoung and fam! is written. Grabbing Jio's hand, the three of them walked to the guy's direction.

"Jinyoungie!!! I missed you so much!" Jinyoung felt himself being wrapped inside a bear hug.

"Let me breathe, Jackson." He told the chinese who is still smiling so widely.

"You guys are finally here! I can't believe it! How was the flight? How was-" J

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And now it's finished. WOW. Such a long time of waiting to endure. THANK YOU for being extremely patient! I love you sweeties!!! <3

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moonchildern #1
Chapter 26: wow omg another amazing story here dang it you did it again nicapark-nim!! I’M C R Y I N G

after all of the pain and the angst and the tears, i’m so happy i can finish reading this. i am literally just reading, but my heart hurts so bad. i can’t imagine how hard it is for you, the writer. ahh i don’t think i can thank you enough but yeah i’m just gonna say it. THANK YOU SO MUCH for writing amazingly and finishing this story nicapark-nim. I LOVE THIS FIC SO DAMN MUCH AHHHH IM HAPPY CRYING ╥﹏╥ and i’ll for sure miss our markjinjio fam

thank you so much for writing another masterpiece nicapark-nim!! you. the. best. o(≧◇≦)o
moonchildern #2
Chapter 18: THE TEARS ARE FCKING R E A L

i think this isn’t right for me to judge and say this but i really am irritated at how jinyoung is indecisive. and he keeps on making not-so-wise decisions it’s freaking frustrating damn it. it was like watching an intense kdrama when i read it

and is it bad if i feel glad that they split up? cus i feel like they need time to think and to learn about how important they’re to each other’s live. the people who have a strong sense of love and belonging believe they're worthy of love and belonging. and that’s it. they need time to think, to learn and to believe that they're worthy. i hope they will clear all the misunderstandings and be happy together cus they deserve it ⊂(╥﹏╥⊂)♡
moonchildern #3
Chapter 14: why jinyoungie whyyyyy (πーπ)
moonchildern #4
Chapter 11: AHHHDBAKAHAUA i don’t think i can handle it. mark finally discovered that jio is his son but it’s just chapter 11 so the journey is still long

hufft i guess we’re gonna ride another rollercoaster of emotions before getting the fluff (well i hope this is angst with a happy ending if it’s not then *broken heart sound* TT___TT)
moonchildern #5
Chapter 8: can they work this whole thing out and just kiss and make up omg i’m so desperate they’re so cute together and i hate seeing them hurting T.T
Gracegesang #6
Chapter 19: This chapter is heartbreaking. My heart breaks for Mark more. But at least now Jinyoung gave him a chance to be a father to their son. And Jaebum is sooo understanding. He is such a good friend in the end.
Raeminniepotpot #7
Chapter 26: This is something I would love to reread. Thank u
Elooooooo
#8
Chapter 26: Really like this story! Happy ending!!! I love this family!!!

Jio needs his daddy and Jinyoung needs his Mark even if he made a lot of wrong decisions I am happy that they end up together!!!!

Maybe Jio will get a new brother or a new sister!
markjingyeomf #9
Chapter 26: I just felt the need to say this. I think this is the first time that I really (really really) wished that they won't get back together. Like I am ok if they wont stay as family. Jinyoung was really selfish (he was selfish until the end) and I think Mark deserves Youngjae more. Jinyoung doesn't deserve Mark.
xijamiesalas
#10
My most favorite story is finally came to an end and they all got the happy ever after they deserve..

This story has been a part of my life and I can say that it is really close to my heart for the past year..

It is not just because its MarkJin or because Nica is the writer..I love this because it makes my heart hurt..
It makes me understand love and friendship at the same time..

Imagine having and losing the one you love because of misunderstanding or lack of communication..thats so stupid.!Everything can be fixed with communication..

I love the genuine friendship, specially with JB..
I can't put to words how loving he is..

I love Jackson and Youngjae too..
They've been the most understanding and protective ones..

Eventhough I understand Jinyoung, mas madalas ung gusto ko xang batukan..and Mark, I don't know if its just because he really love JY pero napaka martyr mo dito🤣

I just love how everyone came to their senses and fall into yhe right arms..

Thank you for writing a very heartwarming story Nica..
Mamimiss ko sila lalo na si Jio..

🥂 to more stories from you..