Baekhyun's POV

His bakery has always been a hive of activity normally this time of the day he'd be right in the thick of the morning rush. Coffee and pastries would've be flying off the shelf, and there would be that gentle hum of customers almost sighing in happiness at obtaining their liquid gold and sweet treat. Right now that familiar hum of noise and organised chaos is nowhere in sight, instead his bakery is under siege by a sea of police officers, officers that are taking copious notes, snapping photos of every nook and cranny. Even gathering up items from his kitchen that could aid them in finding the answer to the riddles he's been constantly receiving, boldly turning away every single person that dares to enter.

If he wasn't still shaking, he would have some sassy remark ready for the men whom not so gently gather up items that are not going to help them. Why an earth they need to take fingerprints inside the bakery is confusing to him, but with his body still trembling he can't bring himself to care. Even with the hot camomile tea Jongdae in his hands isn't calming him down either, it's not just the fact that he fainted it's the fact that he felt safe when he woke up against a certain someone's warm hard chest.

He apparently was only out cold for a couple seconds, yet took him much longer to disentangle himself from the solid chest and surprisingly strong arms of Officer Park. It was Jongdae's mother hen routine that saved him from almost whining at the loss of body heat, not that stoped him feeling  a little hot and bothered at being held in those beefy tattooed arms.

"Make sure those fingerprints get to the station and that letter is sent the lab for analysis, yes you can call Yixing and tell him I have an urgent sample to test!"

Baekhyun can't help but shiver at the commanding tone of Officer Parks voice, he can almost imagine that deep yet honey toned voice commanding him to get down on his knees. The rush of heat to his cheeks however instantly kills that thought, as much as he can appreciate that Officer Park is a fine specimen of a man. His attitude on their first meeting killed any possible fantasy he may be able to conjure up, it's not often he feel such a need to be so standoffish but their first meeting was a hum dinger.

He really can't think about that now, not as he sees Officer Park personally deposit the letter they found earlier in to a red edges clear evidence bag. His gentle handling of this evidence a stark contrast to his normal Officer Dickward attitude, and perhaps he knows he's doing that classic judging a book by its cover just a little bit too much. He can't deny how strangely it is to watch him work.

"Considering you called him Officer Dickward only hours ago, you've done nothing but stare at him!"

Baekhyun turns to his left to find Jongdae leaning back against the bench a mug of hot steaming coffee in his hand. His perfectly sculpted eyebrows twitching in the knowledge he's just caught his boss ogling a man.

He can't really deny it but certainly won't entertain Chen with a response at being caught, his cheeks are doing enough of the talking. Yet knowing his well meaning friend he will think there's something there and plot one of his often ending in disaster plans. The sudden grasp of his hand shakes hun out of his daydreaming, making him realise his friends is wearing a look he seldom sees, it's one of both concern and seriousness, the previous playfulness nowhere in sight. He just knows what ever Chen will say he he's not going to like.

"We have to cancel your live demo tomorrow, yes I know you've never cancelled anything but you have to think about the last 48 hours, you said yourself you were so shaken up you threw up. Look at you now your pale and don't think I haven't noticed that your hands tremble around your tea cup."

Baekhyun can't deny that he's shaken up, and the thought of doing a demo where this stalker could be watching his every move, make his throat constrict and stomach churn uncomfortable. He really doesn't want to let their customers down but knows his friend is right, the live demos have to stop at least for a little while.

"Alright Chen let's cancel tomorrow's demo, let's also get a note on our social channels to advise the live demos are stopping for the time being. Perhaps in a couple weeks we can review it and you are too tell me if there is any negative impact to the social platforms."

"I will have a note made for  the store and a message up on Cake & Scones Instagram to, you underestimate yourself Baekhyun there is barely any negativity online against you."

Baekhyun gently squeezes back over the hand covering his own, whilst it's comforting to know they don't have visible trolls, he's not a fool and understands that the web is full of dark desires. What ever else he wants to say dies the moment he hears that honey toned voice declare, "you will need to close the store too."

It shouldn't but that statement has his hackles instantly up as he whips his head back in the direction of Officer Park. He's not at all amused that the conversation between Chen and himself has been so obviously eavesdropped on, he's even more annoyed that there is a suggestion to close up.

"Did you truly just suggest that." Baekhyun does understand the situation and the reason it's been suggested but hearing it from officer dickward whom isn't even looking at him just makes him see red and the sassiness he's famous for overtake his rationale. It's only when he stands up from the chair, ignoring how his legs still feel like jelly does Officer Park pay attention to him, rather than what ever he's furiously scribbling down.

Baekhyun is surprised to see the flash of concern on Officer Park's annoyingly handsome face, that concern is soon masked by a face of pure professionalism which he's not willing to admit makes him a little sad.

"I did yes, for the next 24 hours at least your cafe Mr Byun is a crime scene and we still need to process it."

"What could possibly be in my shop that could possibly need processing!"

"I mean no offence Mr Byun its process and a precaution and would I be right to believe you would rather we didn't remove your computer."

"Yes why on earth would you need my computer in the first place, it's not like anyone but employees use it and I've only ever had letters written by hand!"

"It's just precautionary and we can also review your security feed, and if you will allow it install our own monitor to see if we can catch the culprit and match him on our database."

Baekhyun does think it's a good idea, yet apart of him can't help but feel like he's being almost treated like this is all his fault and that his whole life is going to be  picked apart. Even though he knows there is nothing untoward on the computer, yes the staff use it on break time but it's all above board.

"Alright I will shut the cafe for tomorrow only, you and the rest of the squad have the rest of the day and tomorrow to do what is needed!"

"Thank you Mr Byun, I promise we will be careful with the equipment, and there will be no judgment on the browsing history."

"Past experience with your good self Officer Park I really find that hard to believe. However I will be shocked if there's anything other than the normal websites accessed!

"Remember what I said Mr Byun, it's  not always the case that your stalker is unknown, it's often that it's the person deemed the less of threat that is in fact the culprit. That is the one thing we didn't discuss last night, I will need a list of all the shop staff and suppliers you use."

"I can assure you Officer Park i personally have completed the required checks on all my staff, all details are carefully secured as well. There is a spreadsheet on my PC desktop that has all our suppliers, links to their websites and contact details."

"Thank you, now i will also arrange for an officer to park outside your own apartment tonight, now before you say something sassy this is non negotiable. I know this is scary  but for my team to solve this and get whomever is behind this, behind bars we are going to need to work together!"

Baekhyun isn't sure if he should be offended or pleased at that statement, he's pleased at himself for getting under the skin of the man in front of him. He's also aware that while last night was a disastrous introduction, yes in the end Park Chanyeol apologised sincerely, yet he's pushing buttons by still acting a bit bratty. He's acutely aware if he pushes it too far the help he needs will be rescinded. It's true what his friend said he's a bit too sassy and judgmental himself. He just has to side eye his friend to see the wince to know that whilst he's not been extremely sassy he's being rude.

"Thank you Officer Park that will make me feel a whole lot safer, please before you leave make sure you and the team have some chocolate brownies and any of the pastries they were freshly baked this morning!"

"You're welcome Mr Byun, now I do think you should head home and rest it's been an eventful and no doubt exhausting morning."

Before he can utter anything Jongdae is swooping in with his coat, bowing before the Officer Park "don't worry Officer I'll take him home and stay with him tonight he won't be alone."

Baekhyun is about to say thank you when his closet friend winks at the officer and declares "I'll keep him out of trouble!" The insinuation in that statement has a clear effect on the good Officer, Baekhyun doesn't miss him clenching his fists or the flare of his nostrils but before he can explain it's nothing like that and that the idiot beside him is like a brother, he's already being dragged away by his hand.

Chanyeol's POV.

He has to take a deep breath and calm the swirl of emotions within him, he's equal parts anxious about the situation Baekhyun is in and equally at his wits end all with a boat load of attraction and   mixed in. This beautiful strong willed but delicate pixie has gotten under his skin and he's so close to snapping but he's not sure if it's to fling the case to the correct team, or by grabbing said sassy pixie and devouring those gorgeous perfect pink pouty lips whole.

He can feel his fingernails digging in to his skin at the statement this Jongdae has just said. The green flames  of jealousy are alive within him and  they burn. Yes it's jealousy at the intimate familiarity the two seem to share, fully aware  he has no right to feel jealous but tonight just proved that this beautiful sassy pixie felt something for him too and for once it wasn't just contempt.  He's not expecting sonnets and love decelerations but he didn't miss the way it took Byun Baekhyun longer than normal to remove himself from his arms. It was amazing how the object of his rather steamy dreams fitted within his arms like a perfect puzzle piece. The tension has truly shifted and for once it wasn't a clash of wills, it was far more intense and intimate.

Whilst he would love to lament over how despite being so petite, this pixie knows all the buttons to press to make him feel like a testosterone filled ape that just can't help but snap back. Whilst he's not exactly happy about not being able to win over Byun Baekhyun straight away he really can't dwell on it as he needs to get this letter back to the lab, where he can check the contents for fingerprints. Leaving Sehun to download the bakery's sparse CCTV footage and send it to him to review away from the distractions of the bakery and the bakery's owner.

It also leaves the forensic team to finish their bit too, he's a little pissed at his own lack of instincts. Actually he's furious, and leaves a sour taste in his mouth that his years of doing this job don't pick up anything unusual around the bakery. It makes his stomach drop to think that whomever this is could have been outside as they arrived. Even worse stood outside in broad daylight for some time, has their arrival now forced this disgusting man to accelerate his torment. How would he be able to go for that promotion if he can't even keep his senses in check.

That simmering is there and he knows the tiny pixie feels it, but the insinuation the friend delivered was like a bucket of cold water. He can't focus on that he needs his A-game to solve this case and perhaps by the end of it, Baekhyun will not be weary of his out place condescending officer dickward start. He can morn the failure of a blossoming relationship later, now is the time to be that decorated Officer.

"Sehun I am going back to HQ, please forward the files from the security feed and then gather all the remaining evidence envelopes. Get those to the lab then come join me for a night of security playback."

"Got it, I will be about another hour here getting the file downloaded. However it has to be said  you sure know how to show a man a good time, a whole night watching security feeds can't imagine a better way to spend my evening!"

Chanyeol is not surprised at the attitude of his partner, he's never enjoyed this more menial side of policing especially if it means keeping him from fawning over a certain tanned officer. Chanyeol could do it on his own, but his years on the job have taught him two eyes are always better than one, plus to his own amusement misery loves company.

"Alright sassy pants, for your cheek dinner is on you, and i want some chicken!"

"Dang bro your moody when someone is sassy, don't think I didn't see you check out Byun Baekhyun or how your eyes flashed with jealousy over someone possibly getting frisky tonight!"

"Someone else won't be getting frisky if you don't stop the attitude, I could easily tell Kai you're just waiting for  Mrs right!"

"You wouldn't dare!"

Chanyeol truly enjoys knocking the smirk off his partner's face, yet the look on Sehun's face is absolutely worth it. Sehun can be an annoying younger brother type, but when the going gets tough he knows they both have each other's back. It's still fun to make the younger detective worry for a moment.

"In ing with you, I don't think I could handle watching you sulk anymore, on a serious note I really do need those files as soon as they are downloaded and I really need to check the contents of this letter."

"I will join you as soon as this is all done."

Chanyeol nods to Sehun, before turning on his heels back out through the bakery and to the main street making sure he's aware of everything around him. He's relieved that nothing seems to be amiss and no one is loitering about, what he's not so thrilled about is the severe lack of security. He just knows that the next conversation with Baekhyun is going to go down like a lead balloon.

To be continued....

Hello my lovelies

Surprise an update, I know many of you have been waiting for this and it's only 13 months late. I've been battling with some really bad depression since the passing of my friend and really struggled to get creative.

I had hoped to get this ready for my birthday but life's just got in the way as well as that massive IT failure making things a little complicated as well.

Anyway enough of my rambling, I hope you like this little update.

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