# 27
My Hot Babe
Donghae does get an acting role. Not the one he wanted. But he gets another one.
Hyukjae's so happy for him. He'll get to see his husband on TV.
But soon Donghae's work starts. Studying for his role. Stressing. Memorizing lines. Recording. Singles for KRYD. An OST. Being away for filming.
It's not back to back. Not all group based. So at least he rests at home. Can practice at home. Hyukjae's got his work too.
But he misses the days... when Donghae had too much free time.
"Does this look okay?" Hyukjae asks.
His mother looks at his cutting board. "I suppose it will do."
Good enough.
"Mom, can I take some home for Hae?"
"Of course. I'll save the best for my handsome son-in-law."
"And me too, mom. Please."
"You're eating here."
"That doesn't mean I can't get hungry again..." Hyukjae mutters.
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"Donghae..." Hyukjae says. Raising his hand out of the covers. To show he's still awake.
Donghae turns. Startled.
"Hyukjae..." Donghae's voice is hoarse. Makes Hyukjae sit up. Donghae gently pushes him down. He places a kiss on his head. "You shouldn't wait up for me. I texted you."
"What's wrong? Are you okay?"
"Yes. Sorry, there was a lot of yelling--"
Hyukjae gasps.
"No, part of the script, babe. My voice is tired."
"Oh! I'm sorry, don't talk. Rest."
Donghae chuckles. Hyukjae leans up. Pecks his lips.
"Go wash up. I'll wait for you--"
"No--"
"Shh. No talking for you."
It worries him. That Donghae smiles. Nods. Turns away. Hyukjae manages to keep awake. Even if his eyes are closed. He hears Donghae approaching. So he pats the bed. Eyes not wanting to open.
Donghae slips into bed. Hyukjae doesn't need to ask. Donghae's stressed. Hyukjae hopes he can speak to him...
Tomorrow...? He tries remembering...
No. Can't be tomorrow. Hyukjae's at work. Donghae leaves at noon. He'll be home late again.
"Babe?" Donghae says. Voice frail.
"Shh..." Hyukjae whispers. "No talking. Goodnight."
Donghae hums. He sounds like he's smiling. So Hyukjae finds his hand. Under the covers. Holds it to his chest.
"I love you, baby..." Hyukjae murmurs.
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Hyukjae leaves very quietly. He puts a note on the fridge. A reminder on his own phone. To text Donghae later. So he can eat the food. That Hyukjae made with his mom.
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