The car ride turned silent when Donghae rested his head against the window and fell into a deep sleep. I didn’t mind, but I couldn’t stop myself from stealing glances at his peaceful sleeping figure. He was without a doubt the most beautiful person I’ve ever come across; why hadn’t I seen this earlier? I smiled to myself when I notice him gently squirming in his sleep.

            He pouts (God how I loved the simple expression on his lips) and exhales deeply while squirming in his seat. “We can stop and stretch if you’d like.” I offered with a warm smile, but kept my eyes on the rode while driving swiftly through the cars.

            “Are we almost there?” he sat up properly and looked around the freeway with a worried expression, but I told myself he was probably confused from taking that nap.

            I nodded and smiled a bit, “Yea, maybe thirty minutes more.” I looked around trying to find something to feed him, and I smiled to myself when I saw a sign for an ice cream shop, “So, stop?” I ask with a small smile, “We could get ice cream, if you’d like.” My heart flipped when he perked up, and excitedly cheered for the offer; my smile grew as I stared at him.

            “Ice cream!” he says happily and nodded rapidly without any hesitation. I laughed, swerved the car into a lane that got us out of the freeway. Everything was a bit hazy, I was so worn out from being inside that car for so many hours, and I wasn’t really focused on what was happening anymore. All my memory could recall was Donghae’s wide, excited grin and glittering beautiful eyes as he looked around the ice cream parlor. He truly was beautiful. I couldn’t stop staring at him.

            “I know…this is probably the most difficult decision of your life.” I but then he decided it was necessary to pout while staring at his options. I laughed, “Donghae, stop pouting.” I say and quickly look away before I grab him by his nape and kiss him right then. I don’t know how I had the strength to resist him.  

            “Why?” I heard him ask while I was lost in my train of thought that consisted of my lips all over Donghae’s thin cute lips.

            “Don’t think I can contain myself from pinching your cheeks.” I smirk while staring at the ice cream because if I looked at him I would do more than just pinch him. I can’t believe how hard my fast is beating right now. Is this normal? What if I’m having a panic attack and I don’t even notice. I look over and smile when I notice Donghae looked really confused so I decided to enlighten him, “Donghae…you seriously don’t notice how adorable you are.” I look directly into his breathtaking eyes (geez when did I become so damn corny) and smile gently.

            He looked away, “T-Thanks.” 

            Some chicm appeared behind the register and asked what we would like and I pointed to a picture behind her, “That one.” It had three different flavors, nuts, sprinkles, cookies.

          “Which flavors?” The woman asks.

          “Strawberry…” What other flavor completes strawberry? Some more strawberry. “and more strawberry.” I nod, feeling accomplished with my choices, and then I look over at a smiling Donghae.

          “I’ll just have vanilla please.” Donghae smiled sweetly while I frowned because his choice seemed so simple to me. Maybe he didn’t want me to spend too much money but I, of course, didn’t mind at all. The lady gave us our ice creams and I quickly paid for them. We walked out and I stared at him, “You sure that’s all you wanted?”

          He only nodded as we stepped back inside my car and blissfully ate our ice creams. I scooped up my ice cream with the spoon, but couldn’t fight off the slight guilt. I was having an ice cream party while Donghae was just having a cone! I scooped up a bit, “Have some.” I say with a sweet smile while offering him the spoonful.

          Donghae smiled gently, leaned and took the spoonful of ice cream in his mouth. I smiled to myself while he swallowed it with that beautiful smile I loved. God, why can’t I just kiss him already?

          We ate a bit longer, but Donghae quickly finished his cone while I continued to eat my ice cream. I handed him the plate, “Here, you can finish it.” I smile gently and he takes it with a huge grin. We put our seat belts on and I drove off while the excitement finally hit me. I can’t believe I’m going to watch my favorite musical, and I’m watching it with Donghae; which makes it a million times better.

            Once we arrived, I paid for our parking fee then searched for an empty spot. I parked the car and we quickly get out of the car. I smiled widely when I notice Donghae looking around with his adorable pout. Resist, Hyukjae resist. Do NOT kiss the boy yet.

            “Ready?” I walked over to him and quickly frowned when I noticed his wan visage. “You ok? You look a little pale…” An idea popped into my head and I didn’t hesitate. I gently caressed his cheek with my fingers and watched as the color quickly returned to his cheeks, and I smile triumphantly. “There you go, a little color.” I chuckled, took his hand gently on mine and walked off with a firm, protective hold on his hand. I noticed Donghae was staring at the hands with his scarlet face, “Relax, Donghae, this is just so we won’t get separated by the crowd.” Though I can’t deny I’ve been wanting to do this for a while…  I smiled big and we lined up with everyone else. The doors opened and we walked inside, but I made sure to hold Donghae’s hand tightly just in case someone tried to steal him away. I handed our tickets in and we received a little part from it.

            Donghae wrapped his arm around my arm and hung on tightly while he looked around the area. He seemed so impressed by everything and I smiled gently while watching him.

            “Hyukkie…” he looked around at all of the seats that were surrounding the stage once we made our way inside. “which seat is ours!?” he sounded really uneasy while looking around and I couldn’t help but laugh by how adorable he was.

            “Donghae…our tickets have a seat number with a letter in front and all the seats have a number and letter as well.”        

          “Oh.” He smiled happily, his eyes nearly sparkling with his childish grin that was just the cherry on top to my emotions. “You’re so smart Hyukjae.” He beamed and held my hand gently while we walked off in search of our seat. Once we found the seats I couldn’t believe how close we were to the stage and I felt so guilty for allowing him to spend so much money on me. I have to make it up to him somehow. I owe him so much.  

            I still held his hand tightly while I gazed into his beautiful eyes; I smiled sweetly before whispering, “Thank you, Donghae.” For everything. What would my life be without you here by my side?

            Donghae stared into my eyes and his smile slowly spread wider with my word. We were lost while looking into each others eyes, but then, abruptly, my phone begins to ring. I let go of Donghae’s hand and dug my phone out of my pocket. I stared at the caller and smiled to myself. I already knew Luna would say a crazy greeting, she always did.

          “Hear this.” I chuckled before pressing the button to put her on speaker. We leaned close to each other and I placed the phone beneath our ears, “Hello?” I answered in the sweetest voice.  

          “HAPPY BIRTHDAY BIIIITTTTCCCHHH!!!!!” Luna sang and her greeting was followed by slight giggles, but then a hiccup escaped her lips.

          “Thanks Luna.” I said happily. I really missed talking to her, seeing her, and just having her around. “I missed you too.” I chuckled when she squealed on the other line and giggled happily.

          “I miss you soo much, Hyukjae!!!!” She wailed.

          “, fly to Hong Kong….before I DIE of boredom. Jesus, the old man keeps trying to turn me into something I’m not.” She laughed “So the other day…I had this ing tea lesson, right? ing forced ME to say the prayer” She scoffs, “It was terrible. Daddy was pissed” she said the last part with an odd innocent voice.

          “I’m glad you haven’t changed.” I rolled my eyes a bit but smiled warmly while I listened to her voice.

          “Oh, uhm…the old man told me to ask you if you got accepted to the Arts University.”

            I couldn’t help but notice the heat coming from Donghae’s cheek; it was pressed right against mine as we listened to Luna speak. I didn’t let the fact that my dad didn’t say happy birthday get to me, I was used to this type of behavior so this year should be no different.

           “No, haven’t heard from them yet.”

          “Oh, well how’s Sungmin?”

          “Cute as ever.” I smiled gently, “He misses you too…”

          “Hopefully I see you guys soon…” She says sadly. “I really miss you two, and I really hate your father…I know I shouldn’t tell you this…but…he didn’t even remember it was your birthday! Don’t worry, I forced him to at least put lots of money for you on your account. I’m sorry…I wish I could do more.” She says sadly.

          “It’s not your fault Luna, and thanks…I’m glad you at least remembered.”

          She exhales deeply, “I have to go, Monkey…he’s nagging again.” She lets out a frustrated groan, “Have a good birthday for me please, and stay safe, k? I’ll see you soon.” She says sweetly.

          “I will, thanks and you better behave. Love you Moon.” I smiled sweetly.

          She laughs, “I always behave! And Love you too Monkey! TTYL!” She kisses the phone and hangs up.

          I shook my head while smiling widely. Donghae and I separated and I stuck my phone back into my pocket. “Isn’t she lovely?” I chuckled.

          “She sounds…very…” he chewed on his lower lip while trying to find a way to express his feelings.

          “Spoiled.” I decided to finish for him because it was quite evident from the simple phone call that Luna was having the time of her life getting away with her evil schemes.

          He nodded slowly, “Very.”

          I smiled, “I know, she is spoiled rotten.” I smirked and then suddenly the lights dimmed in  the room to signify the show was about to start, so we quickly sat up properly and stared at the stage. The curtains parted and the cast stood on the stage, bowing to us. Donghae leaned close to me, and I struggled to keep myself composed, but he leaned into my ear and whispered, “My tummy hurts” He pouted-my damn kryptonite. I have to save my baby from the pain surrounding his beautiful stomach.

           He leaned back and I stared at him with a small smile, “Don’t squirm.” I said in a gentle voice before I placed my hand on his tummy, over his clothes, and I slowly rubbed in a circular motion. I pressed a bit harder to add more pressure as I rubbed him gently.

            Donghae was blushing a deep shade of red, and I couldn’t help but stare at him. He looked so adorable when he was embarrassed, “Feels good?” I asked in a sweet voice.

            He nodded slowly, “Mhmm.”

            Donghae rested his head on my shoulder, and I comfortably rested my head on his while I continued to rub his stomach gently. We finally gave our attention to the music, and watched the whole thing in complete awe. The cast members were amazing, and everything just left me completely speechless. By the end, Donghae was sobbing quietly when Christine left the Phantom and I didn’t know what broke my heart more; seeing my baby cry, or the musical. I placed Donghae’s head on my shoulder while he cried softly. I smiled gently and rubbed his shoulders until he calmed down.

            We all clapped for the cast members, and once the curtains closed the lights turned back on. Donghae’s head was still on my shoulder and I smiled happily while I entwined my hand on Donghae’s, “Ready?” I squeezed his hand gently, “Have I mentioned how amazing you are?” I chuckled when Donghae only smiled at me, “Seriously though, thank you.” I can never stop thanking you.

          “Aish, you’ve thanks me too many times now. Just stop now.” He said, but luckily he kept his genuine smile so I knew it didn’t bother him too much.

          I chuckled, “I’ll try to stop now.” I smiled sweetly at him, “Let’s wait until everyone’s gone.” I frowned while watching everyone scurrying out of the theatre, but they piled the exits and long lines made me anxious.

          “So did you like it?” Donghae asked with a sweet smile, and I responded with a nod. “That girl that played Christine was really pretty, huh?”

          I stared into his eyes, “Yea…she was…” But you’re far more beautiful…how could anyone even compare with you here? My heart was pounding against my chest while I continued to stare into his beautiful eyes; I was losing myself in them. I didn’t notice that Donghae was blushing yet again, “Donghae…” my voice drifts off, I really didn’t want to talk, I just wanted to hold him in my arms. I just wanted to feel his lips against mine. 

          “Hmm?” Donghae stared back into my eyes, and I could have sworn we were leaning closer together.

          “Have I ever mentioned how beautiful your lake-like eyes are?” I said softly while I brushed my free hand on his chin slowly. What are you doing, Hyukjae? You’ve come so far, don’t ruin it now! You have to make this special for Donghae.

          Donghae stared into my eyes and stammered gently, “H-Hyukkie…”

            I exhaled deeply, and forced myself to look away before I do anything that could possibly ruin my chances of being the perfect prince charming. “We should go.” I said, stood up and pulled him since our hands were still entwined. I led him towads the exit and we walked side by side out of the building.

          “Is that a book store?” Donghae pointed and we both stopped walking while I looked over to see where he was looking.  “Can we go see ppplllleeeeaaaaaaassssseeee?” He pressed his hands together and pleaded, and of course I accepted without even thinking about it. How could I ever say no to my baby Hae. We made our way inside and we quickly rummaged through the aisles, but I held Donghae’s hand protectively. He turned and stared at our linked hands, “Are you scared to lose me?”

          “Yes, extremely. I have the urge to handcuff our hands together.” I half joked-I actually did contemplate the option, but I decided against it. Donghae giggled and squeezed my hand lightly before we continued our walk through the aisle. We were currently walking through the nonfiction area when Donghae noticed a certain book; I followed his gaze and smiled sadly when I recognized the title. “I wont lie, that book had me crying like a baby.”

          “’Lurking in the night’” He read the title out loud. “What’s it about?” He stared at me while I only looked at the cover and chewed on my lower lip. I really didn’t like talking about it, it made me feel queasy that people were actually so cruel in our world.

          “.”

          Donghae’s eyes widened and he didn’t take his eyes off of the cover of the book.

          “I used to think that domestic violence was better than neglect…I mean, hey, at least they know you’re in the house and at least they know of your existence” I mumbled bitterly while thinking back to the way my father neglected SungMin and me.

          Donghae seemed shocked with my words, “Don’t say that. Neglect is definitely better…”

          I smiled a bit, “I know.” I said softly.

          “Who her?”

          “Her father.”

         Dongahe seemed really disgusted, and I really didn’t blame him since I almost threw up when I read the book. I wont lie, I was a bit traumatized after I read it.           “I know…sick, huh?” He nodded in agreement, “It’s a really sad book, DongHae, I suggest you don’t read it.” I couldn’t stand to see him distressed over this book. I squeezed his hand a bit, but noticed there was something wrong with him. He lost his beautiful color, once again, and stared at the book with a wan expression. “Hey…you ok? You look a little pale.” I frowned, leaned in closely to his face and he quickly blushed by the closeness. I smiled triumphantly.

          “Jerk.” He whispered while I only laughed.

          “Want you to have a healthy glow.” I retorted.

          “So uh…tell me about the book.” He sounded hesitant and I could see why. The book had a really brutal theme to it. “How old was she when…that happened.”

          “Thirteen.” I frowned when I remembered her explanation to the horrid night. “It’s depressing since she explained that night so well…” I shuddered, “I don’t know how she’s strong enough to go on. I admire her.” I smiled and Donghae smiled with me. “She got pregnant too…but uh, had an abortion because she didn’t want her baby growing up with the knowledge that its father was also its grandpa.”

          “So gross.” Donghae shuddered. I nodded and wrapped my arm around his shoulder before pulling him close to me.

          We remained silent for a bit but then Donghae asked, “Can I borrow the book?”

          I nodded, “Yea, I still have it.” I stare at him. “I’m warning you…you will cry, but just remember that if you need a shoulder to cry on and arms to hold you, I’ll be there.” I smiled sweetly and Donghae grinned widely.

          “We should go now.” I pulled him out of the book store and held his hand tightly while we walked to the parking lot. I had to drag him or else we wouldn’t make it very far. “You’re so slow.” I teased and continued to pull him forward.

          He laughed and squeezed my hand, “Not even!” He giggled cutely before we stepped inside my car. “You know what we should do!” He smiled widely and stared at me with huge eyes.

          “What?” Please say kiss because I agree completely.

          “GO TO THE BEACH!” He grinned while I only shake my head and start the car. I’d rather not even think about the coldness of the ocean. “Oh come on! It’s still early…it’s barely four!” He pouted cutely-my damn kryptonite! “Pwease Hyukkie” I would have agreed to anything with that sweet voice of his, and those damn lips too.

          I glared at him for having such an affect on me. Damnit. “You are the most dangerous creature I’ve ever met.” I joked and he giggled happily and hugged me tightly. “How about we do something else.” I suggested, enjoying the hug a little too much. I fought a frown when he pulled away to stare at me.

          “Like what?”

          “How about we go to the movies” I grinned.

          “The movies?!” He nodded, “Ok! Uhm…what movie are we watching?”

          I shrugged. As long as we’re together I don’t care where we go. “Who cares. We’ll pick a random one.” I laughed and drove off. “Oh and we’ll go to the beach some other time” I linked our hands together and gently squeezed his hand.

          He smiled cutely before he slowly nodded. He rested his head on my shoulder and I smiled happily to myself while mentally preparing myself for my confession that was only hours away. It was exciting, but I couldn’t help but feel terribly nervous as well.

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It's three in  the morning. What is my life. I hope you enjoyed this because I suddenly missed UYM /sobs/ I need the next chapter.