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I know I should have updated this fanfic, but I was just finishing this one and this one. Anyway, I'm back and we're going to finish this story together - and I have to say I'm already missing it 🥺

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Arrow was smiling so much that his cheeks hurt.

Ever since he learned that his parents would be living in the same house and with him, Arrow hasn't stopped asking questions and even humming a little. If he put the pieces together he would understand that Donghae sang because he was happy with Hyukjae. If Arrow really were older, he would understand that everything fit together perfectly.

But at age four, Arrow could only understand that Hyukjae and Donghae loved each other just like Gaeul's parents and Aisha's parents.

- Come eat, Arrow.

Arrow hopped into the kitchen and laughed as Hyukjae carried him and hugged him. It was a very happy night that the boy would never forget.

- Are you going to sleep here today, appa?

- Yes, but tomorrow very early I need to leave.

- Why?

- Because I still have a restaurant where I work.

- And do you come back here later, Hyuk?

- I don't know. – and so Hyukjae laughed when Donghae and Arrow looked at him with those puppy dog ​​eyes – We still have a lot to do and I don't want to sell my apartment. I love how Arrow’s drawings are on the walls and I want to keep that.

- But you can keep the apartment, can't you?

- I can, however, I need to talk to my accountant because I still don't know what to do.

- You can rent your house to Ryeowook and Yesung. They were looking for a place to live until they buy a house.

And that was a good idea that Hyukjae hadn't considered.

- I'll think about it better. That suggestion was very good.

Donghae smiled and Arrow asked:

- So are you going back to sleep here, appa?

Hyukjae smiled.

- I'll see what I can do. But I want you to keep in mind that I still work nights and that means I can't stay at home like I always do when I pick you up for the weekend.

- Ah... Are you going to sleep in the morning?

- Exactly.

- And will halmeoni take care of me? – the parents nodded and Arrow happily ate the ramen – Can I sleep with you today?

- Why, little tiger?

- Please. Just today.

Donghae chuckled and nodded. He figured Arrow was just too excited and wanted to make sure it wasn't all a big dream. Hyukjae wasn't against the idea either and smiled to see that he finally had his family together at the table as he always dreamed of. The feeling was that they were only away from each other for a short time.

And Arrow's happiness was so great that he couldn't stop giggling and smiling. And that was without a doubt the most beautiful thing to see.

***

After dinner, Arrow put on his pajamas and sat on the couch, looking at Hyukjae who was concentrating on typing some things on his cell phone. However, noticing that his son was staring at him, Hyukjae laughed and looked back. Arrow waved and said:

- I'm so happy that you're going to live with me and my dad, appa.

- I'm also very happy that we live together. I just need to organize myself to bring my things here.

- And you'll never leave, right?

- That's right. I'm not going away. – Hyukjae smiled at Arrow who sniffed – Why are you crying?

- I want to hug my dad, but he's not here.

Hyukjae then sat down next to Arrow and hugged him tightly. Of course, it wasn't the same thing as hugging Donghae, but the little one felt very happy to be hugged by his appa who was always kind and loving. Arrow would never put into words how excited he was for the next few days, months and years.

But the doorbell rang and Hyukjae had to open the door, welcoming Ari who was holding Ghost and looking at the man in front of her in disbelief.

- Oh... Hello, Hyukjae.

- Hi, Ari. Come in. – he let her in – Donghae is taking a shower.

- And are you going to sleep here?

And before Hyukjae could answer, Arrow said happily:

- Appa will live with me and dad, halmeoni!

Ari got surprised and looked at Hyukjae who nodded. She then put the cat down – and Ghost ran to Arrow – and hugged her grandson's appa.

- I don't believe that's true. Are you really together and moving in together?

- Yeah. Donghae and I talked and came to the conclusion that we can do this. We started seeing a couple’s therapist for everything to work out.

Ari smiled widely.

- I am so happy. I always knew the two of you would be together, but you guys needed to mature for that to happen. – and so she saw Donghae – I already know everything.

- Glad they already told you. It saves me the work.

Ari laughed, hugged Donghae and congratulated him for getting there and doing what an adult should do: talk to fix problems.

- And when will you live together?

- Coming soon. Hyukjae just needs to organize his life and come here.

- I thought you were going to live in his apartment.

- We better be in a bigger place, Ari. The therapist said that whenever we have a problem, we need to walk away and wait until we calm down. After that, we’ll talk. – Hyukjae explained.

- I understand very well and you are absolutely right. – she hugged Arrow and kissed his cheeks – And you're beaming, aren't you?

- I am. And I'm going to tell everyone that my appa and my dad are going to live with me.

- Do it, honey. Tell the whole world. – they laughed – And now I have to go, but I'll see you tomorrow.

- See you tomorrow, halmeoni.

Ari waved and left Donghae's house. Hyukjae then looked at the brunet who yawned and said:

- Let's sleep now? Arrow needs to go to kindergarten tomorrow.

- I'll tell Gaeul and then Aisha. And then aunt Namazzi will know and she will be very happy. Granny Mikyong too. Everyone will be happy.

The parents smiled and looked at each other. Arrow couldn't stop babbling about everyone who was going to be happy and went to the bedroom to sleep. He lay down between Hyukjae and Donghae, hugged his father and quickly fell asleep as the day had been full of adventures and news.

- I've always thought about what it would be like to spend a family night with you and Arrow, so witnessing it now is a wonder. I feel like the happiest man in the world and no one can say otherwise.

Donghae smiled, Arrow's hair and said:

- It's good to have you here with us after so many years. Arrow was always asking if you'd come and I wasn't sure, but now I feel so happy when I see that we're here with our son. – Donghae looked at Hyukjae – Thank you for being with us.

- Hey... – Hyukjae reached out to caress Donghae's face – I appreciate you letting me stay. That means a lot to me. I love you.

- I love you too, Hyuk.

With that, they leaned forward a little and kissed, but then each lay down on the bed and slept. Telling Arrow that they would now be a complete family really changed the way life would be from that day forward. They were no longer afraid of anything at all.

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The next day...

Hyukjae was the first to wake up, but only because he really needed to leave that morning. He looked at Donghae and Arrow, who were still sleeping peacefully, and left the bedroom to go to the bathroom. Then he went to get something to eat while replying to Shindong and Yesung's messages. They were working together to hire new cooks, waiters and waitresses because some changes were going to happen at the restaurant.

And then, when he was drinking the strawberry milk that Donghae always had in the fridge because Arrow liked it, Hyukjae saw his son yawning as he walked to the kitchen. Arrow looked at the table, arched an eyebrow and muttered as he sat down in the chair:

- This strawberry milk is mine.

Hyukjae chuckled.

- I thought you wouldn't mind if your appa drank the strawberry milk.

Arrow laid his head on the table and yawned, rubbing his eyes and saying softly:

- You can drink it, appa. I'm just kidding.

Hyukjae smiled, Arrow's hair and asked:

- Why you always wake up so early, huh? Is your dad awake yet?

- Not yet, but I wake up early because I have to wake up dad so he can make me breakfast.

- Your dad takes time to wake up, right? – Arrow nodded – Do you want me to make you breakfast?

- I wanted to eat a cake.

- Unfortunately I don't know if I can make you the cake because I have to go out, but I can make you lunch.

- So I want a turkey and spinach sandwich today.

- It's alright. I'll put some rice and also carrots.

Arrow groaned.

- Oh, no, appa... I don't like carrots.

- Okay, okay. But go to the bathroom and get ready for school. I'll make your lunch and also breakfast.

Arrow grumbled under his bre