Hyukjae clutched the phone in his hand as he sipped his vending machine coffee, the bland taste had embedded itself on to the student's tongue that he couldn't complain anymore, he pressed his plump lips together and dialed the number that he had saved the previous night, hoping that the woman who had needed the babysitter was already awake.

His backpack and suitcase stood heavy beside his feet, yes— he had been kicked out of student dorms due to the overwhelming capacity of newly enrolled paying students. Of course, fate had made him stop studying vocals; and by fate he means lack of money and unsupportive parents. So this is his only hope to finally reach his dreams, a job. He shakily dialed the number and waited, his breathe shallow from nervousness and anxiety.

Three rings. That's all it took.

"Hello?"

It was a man's voice. Hyukjae stiffened. Did he dial the wrong number? He blinked a few times before clearing his throat, "H-Hello? I'm c-calling for the babysitter AD?" he said nervously. There was a shuffle and grunts on the other side. Hyukjae couldn't help but blush, because the man's voice was attractive. "Oh, hey. Were you interested about it?" He heard the man asked on the other line. Hyukjae nodded, "Yes, yes I am. I'm very good with babies, I used to babysit for my sister and I handled her baby really well. I just... I really need a job sir."

There was a silence on the other line, "How old are you?" the man asked, "23, sir." Hyukjae answered without missing a beat. "You're studying?" he heard the man ask, Hyukjae shuffled on his feet. "I-I was but... I had to stop this semester, I mean it hasn't started but I-I feel like I need t-to stop since I need to work." The younger blurted out, his voice shaking from the coldness of the air and the nervousness that racked his body.

"What's your name?"

"Lee Hyukjae."

"Well, Hyukjae-ssi... I'll send you my address then we can talk in person. Maybe you can see if you can really handle Eunhye while you're here." He said calmly. Hyukjae almost cried out in joy, "Of course, sir!"

"And Hyukjae-ssi?"

"Yes, sir?"

"I'm Lee Donghae, don't call me sir. It makes me feel old."

Lee Donghae? Hyukjae furrowed his brows. Why did...that name sound oh so familiar? Shrugging, he smiled brightly.

"O-of course, Donghae-ssi. I'll be there in a flash."

A beautiful chuckle echoed through Hyukjae's old battered phone and it made the younger blush.

"Alright, I'm sending you the address. Stay safe."

The call ended and Hyukjae prayed that he won't mess this up.

*

Donghae poured himself coffee as he had Eunhye in her baby carrier; he was patiently waiting for the prospect nanny that had called him a few minutes ago. The boy sounded nice and sweet, his voice was like silk — smooth and soft bur at the same time strong. It made Donghae wonder what the kid looked like.

Eunhye patted Donghae's arm as a sign to put her down on the floor so she can crawl to the living room. He unclasped the carrier as he supported the baby's body before gently putting her down on the floor as she crawled to the living room. The beautiful baby took her seat at the middle of the living room as Donghae switched the television on. Just as he was about to sit down and drink his coffee, a buzzer from security called his attention; he maneuvered his way to the door and buzzed in the college boy.

He opened the door and got the surprise of his life, he wasn’t expecting much and really he wasn’t. But when his eyes landed on the figure that carried a backpack and suitcase in front of him, he felt like he bestowed with ethereal beauty, the college boy was slim, had beautiful features, the milkiest skin Donghae had ever seen and probably the most beautiful person he had laid his eyes on. The man’s wide eyes stared back at him; his plump lips were gaped in shock. Was the college boy expecting an old man? Clearly he was.

“Hyukjae?” Donghae asked in confirmation. The younger nodded dumbly. His oversized lilac sweater covered his hands, as his nose and cheeks were red from the cold.

“Y-Yes, t-that’s me, D-Donghae-ssi?” He asked, Donghae’s breath was caught up in his throat, the voice was indeed prettier in person. Donghae cleared his throat as he gestured the boy to enter his humble abode. He eyed how Hyukjae took off his shoes and took out a mini spray of what looked like alcohol as he began to fully sanitize himself. The mask that hung from his neck was discarded as he gently kept it in the pocket of his backpack. He smiled at Donghae, “Where is she, sir?” He asked with a big gummy smile.

.

He was beautiful.

“She’s in the living room.” Was Donghae’s curt reply, Hyukjae nodded and made his way to the beautiful little one that was in awe at the cartoon that was playing on the huge flat screen TV. Donghae looked in caution as the raven haired man gently took a seat beside the baby, “Hello, pretty baby. I’m Hyukjae-oppa.” He said softly, gently extending his hand out to the 9 months old baby as he caressed her cheek gently, the baby garbled and squealed as she leaned into the college boy’s touch. Hyukjae chuckled, “Can I pick you up?” he asked the little one, gesturing the baby to come to his lap as he patted his thighs. To Donghae’s amazement, the baby crawled to him without second thought as she settled herself on the older man’s lap. Hyukjae giggled, “Well, aren’t you a cutie?” He cooed.

He’s perfect. That was Donghae’s one thought.

Donghae made his way to the living room, sitting down on the floor with the two, he cleared his throat as he shifted into a comfortable position, “So, Hyukjae? Tell me more about yourself.” He asked as his gaze softened at how Hyukjae looked as he took care of Eunhye. He pursed his lips together in a cute pout that had Donghae reeling.

“I’m a first year at SMVU, I used to live in the student dorms but I uhm… I was recently kicked out since I haven’t really enrolled for this semester.-“

“Why don’t you go home then?” Donghae asked, his curiosity heightening at the student’s predicament. Eunhye babbled some more as she reached for Hyukjae’s specs, the latter giving it without hesitation but making sure that the specs won’t hurt her in anyway.

“Well, you see… I’m kind of on my own right now?” Hyukjae stated, unsure.

Donghae raised a brow, “on your own… in what terms?

Hyukjae cleared his throat, “Ah well, I ran away from home.”

Donghae’s eyes widened, he was about to protest and force the kid to go home but Hyukjae gestured him to listen.

“I want to be a singer, Donghae-ssi.”

The latter stiffened, he knows? Will he blackmail him?

“But my parents wanted me to become a lawyer. That’s not my dream, Donghae-ssi. I don’t want to be stuck inside an office or protect someone in court. I want to sing, I want to express myself through songs and music. I want to compose, you know? They kept on telling me that dreams are just for people without money, but I beg to differ. Everyone deserves a chance at their dream. With or without money.” Hyukjae said with a smile as he lifted Eunhye with ease, he pressed the baby’s body against his chest as he laid her chin on his shoulder.

Donghae gave a small smile at the student as he watched Hyukjae stand up with ease as he began walking around the living room, swaying the baby gently, his slender fingers curled protectively on Eunhye’s nape.

Donghae couldn’t believe it, it’s like he hit the jackpot.

Hyukjae didn’t feel any discomfort, all his nervousness faded away as he carried the beautiful baby in his arms. He was sure he was gonna get this job judging by the smile on the attractive man’s lips. He couldn’t help but wonder, where was this baby girl’s mom? Was she still in the picture? Was she pretty? Hell, of course she would be pretty. Donghae was attractive, long haired with the prettiest face. His body was bulky and ing built. Hyukjae couldn’t help but wonder what those muscles felt like under his touch. He blushed at the thought but pushed it aside as he opened the gray curtains that covered the wide and panoramic window panes of the apartment.

The baby giggled and squealed in Hyukjae’s arms as she excitedly pointed at every sight she sees. Hyukjae couldn’t help but giggle at the baby’s enthusiasm, “Daddy doesn’t open the windows much, bub? Don’t worry, okay? We’ll open it from now on if your daddy hires me.” Hyukjae said with a cheeky smile as he looked back at the man who had his hands inside his pocket as he stood in the middle of the living room.

Donghae chuckled, “Alright, kid. You got me. I bet you’ll want to start today?” He asked the beaming college student. Hyukjae nodded with enthusiasm, “Yes, sir.”

The older smiled, “Okay, Hyukjae. You’re hired.”

Hello guys! This is what my feverish brain had come up with. Don't worry about the missing links, we'll be diving into those as this story progress. i hope that the flow was not too confusing(?) because I myself am confused with it. >_< I really do hope you'll like this chapter. I'll try to do as much update as I can, because I plan on giving daily updates but I can't promise anything. ^^ Anyway, I hope you'll all enjoy this! Keep safe! - Ji.