“Mr. Byun, we’re here.” The hoarse voice of his secretary woke him. Baekhyun streched his body a little before his eyes turning to the side of the car’s window, shifting his eyes on the white coloured buliding on his left. It’s already night and dark yet the building is still illuminated by the light. Probably a sign that the building is not empty. Baekhyun took a deep breath for a while before taking his black-coloured blazer with him. Damn, he was supposed to be home by now but his body and mind insisted it. There’s something important that he got to do. And he needs to do it before the night ended.

                “I’m going to stay here. It’s okay, you can go now. Go home safely, Minseok-sshi.” He said as he opened the car’s door, already making half of himself out. The cold wind hit his face softly, making him to shiver abit.

                “Yes, I will. Oh, and by the way..” His secretary paused. Baekhyun looked at the older, waiting him to finish his words.

                “Happy birthday, Mr. Byun. I guess that I’m the first one, right?” Minseok flushed a smile which made his cheekbones burst. Baekhyun let out a light chuckle, didn’t expect that his secretary would remember his birthday. Yes, it’s his birthday tomorrow — no, it’s going to be his birthday soon for an another hour.

                “Thank you, Minseok-sshi. I’ll wait for your present tomorrow.” Baekhyun replied jokingly before bidding his goodbye to his secretary. After Minseok left, he stood there for a while as he took a look at the medium-sized building in front of his eyes. He could hear the sound of kids, probably most of them are boys are punching their hand into their air with a great force with very loud voice like “Ha!”

                A thin smile smile crept on Baekhyun’s lips as he walked through the gate and went to the entrance of the building. There’s still so many lights were switched on to illuminate the hallway. After for a while, the surrounding became quiet. He put his blazer on as he was chilling. “11.30 P.M.” He muttered under his breath as he glanced to his wristwatch. He walked a little bit more until he found a room — a  room where people practice to be exact. A soft hiss escaped his lips as he bumped into some kids, making their way out of the room while wearing their practice outfits. Baekhyun tossed himself to the other side, giving the space for the kids to walk through. He took a look at them and he could spot some of them got black belts wrapped around their waists — and of course he felt quite proud.

                “Damn kids. I trained hard to get that. How come they already got them in such of early age? Duh, shame on me.” Baekhyun’s mind talk as he waited for the kids to leave the room. As just as he wanted to enter the room, he bumped into a lady who’s wearing her practice outfit.

                “Baekhyun? You came?” The lady asked with her eyes almost popped out from his eyes. Baekhyun hushed her up by putting his index finger on his lips. “Shh. I want to surprise her,” He said in a low voice, making the lady to keep her voice low too as she speak. “Dude, you shouldn’t do that. She felt so discouraged during that moment, you know.”

                Baekhyun let out a light chukle while taking a quick glance of the scenery inside the room. A heart-warming smile was drawn on his lips as his eyes spotted a figure at the end of the corner. “She’s still in her practice outfit. I would be a deadmeat, later.” Seems like the probability of him being flipped tonight is quite higher — well he didn’t mind it though.

                “It’s okay, Bomi. We’ll be fine. Are you going home?”

                “Yeah, I guess. Jongdae would probably waiting for me at the gate now,” The lady flashed him a smile while fixing her bag’s straps. Bomi excused herself as she walked through the hallway, but then she stopped her steps and turned back to Baekhyun again.

                “Goodluck, Byun Baekhyun.”

                Baekhyun smiled upon Bomi’s remarks. He knew that Bomi could already predicted it. Typical Yoon Bomi, she really knows how to read people’s mind. Baekhyun mouthed her a ‘thank you’ before she started to make her leave again. And this meant it’s only him left — and her. Baekhyun tiptoed as he made his steps into the room. The room was huge, almost looked like a hall actually. The smell of ‘hardwork’ crept into his nose. That’s definitely what it is. All of these things cost a great hardwork and strong will.

                He walked through the figure that he saw before, her back was facing his. But then he stopped when he heard her voice. “Bbom-ah, I thought you’re already—” Then it turns into a deep silent. Baekhyun tried hard to control himself from bursting into chuckle as the figure turned towards him with a shocked and blank expression on her face. “Aw, she’s so cute.” His mind spoke.

                After being silent for a moment, the figure in front of him spoke again. “What the hell are you doing here?” She’s sounding quite violent but Baekhyun could sense happiness in her tone which made him to burst into smile.

                Baekhyun walked closer to her and open both of his arms wide, “Surprise!” Well, he thought that it would help but then he guess — no. The surrounding became quite awkward and Baekhyun decided to take a seat beside her. “I’m back,” He said shortly, hoping that he would get a reply but then he didn’t. Okay, he already expected that.

                He took off his blazer, leaving him in only red-coloured long sleeved t-shirt. He ed a few buttons since it’s quite hot in here. His eyes bumped into a sight of a big board plastered over the wall that reads: “Park Hapkido Academy”. It’s still look the same as ever.

                “You said that you couldn’t come.” Baekhyun turned to her, the smile on his lips never fade. “Well, I didn’t promise that right?” He said playfully, causing her to threw a smack on his arms. Baekhyun didn’t whine, yet he just let her be. Yes, he knew that she might felt annoyed for sure but that will make tonight become more special.

                He could hear she’s letting out a heavy breath before she stood on her feet. Baekhyun gulped his own saliva as he saw a tough expression plastered on her face. “I’m dead.” His mind whispers.

                “Come here, peasant. You deserve a flip tonight.” She pointed her index finger out, motioning him to come over on the fighting mat. An evil smirk could be seen on her lips. Baekhyun gulped twice. Duh, he shouldn’t suppose be afraid right since he’s already expected it to happen. He nervously stood up from his seat, making his way to the fighting mat.

                “Like seriously, Chorong. Please go easy on me.” Baekhyun reminded. Chorong had done this to him for couple of times but tonight, Baekhyun just hoped that she’ll go easy on him as he was not prepared. In fact, she’s the first person that ever flipped him over with only using her girl’s power — Park Chorong is totally no joke.

                Baekhyun stepped closer to Chorong who’s still in her practice outfit, a black belt was wrapped around her waist. “3rd grade.” He said, pointing at her belt. “Yes, I know. You lose to me.” She mocked him with an evilish smile on her lips.

                Baekhyun frowned, “Not fair.” He pouted, making Chorong to let out her light chuckle that would never fail in making Baekhyun’s stomach twitch like hell. Oh boy, Park Chorong is such a sweet torture for him. “You’ll always lose to me, Byun.”

                “Whatever, Park. As long as the person is you, I don’t really care much.”

                “Oh yeah?” She raised an eyebrow getting ready in her position, same goes to Baekhyun — er, well more to the position of getting ready to be shoved and flipped. Chorong swiftly made her move towards Baekhyun, locking him in her arms with her hand gripping one of his arm. Baekhyun started to moan in pain — God, it’s painful you know when someone twisted your arm.

                Baekhyun thought that Chorong would made her next step — but then she stopped which in the same time made Baekhyun confused. Chorong loosen her grip on his arm and put him at ease.

                “Hey Cho—” Baekhyun couldn’t continue when Chorong’s arms s around his waist. Baekhyun almost cursed, because he swear that his heart just beat crazily when Chorong leaned her head against his chest. After for a few moment, another light chuckle escaped her lips, “Wow, Byun Baekhyun. You’re beating too fast. Just like always.” Her voice entered his ears. Baekhyun’s legs almost turned into limb — blame the other sweet side of Park Chorong.

                “Hey, don’t you supposed to flip me over?” Baekhyun said in a low voice, making him to earn a light punch on his chest. “Stupid, how can I? It’s such a special day. How can I flip you over? You’ll be ashamed for the rest of your life, Byun.” Baekhyun pouted upon her words. “Phew, I’m saved.” He muttered under his breathe.

                Chorong pulled herself from his chest, chuckling lightly. “You still owe me one though, Byun. I might flipped you over in some other day.” She scoffed. Baekhyun pulled her closer, his eyes never leave her angelic features. Chorong might seems rough outside but only Baekhyun would know how soft she was inside. She’s like an angel — too perfect in his eyes.

                “I miss you, Rong.” Chorong hummed while nodding her head. “Me too, Baek.” They were drown in silent for a while, eyes staring at each other like as if both of them haven’t met for years. Baekhyun crooked a smile while his hand quietly reached for Chorong’s bangs that looked a little wet and brushed them away. Damn, she’s still looks beautiful as ever eventhough in that hapkido practice outfit.

                “You’re beautiful.” The words just suddenly slipped out from his mouth, but then it’s true. Baekhyun just couldn’t describe how intrigued he was by Chorong’s beauty. Chorong is so beautiful just the way she is. Chorong smiled, pulling her face down so that she could hide the sudden change of her cheeks as she heard Baekhyun’s words earlier. Sighs, Byun Baekhyun is just as sweet as nectar to her. Maybe he’s sweeter than nectar.

“Cut that, Baekhyun. I’m not fluttered.” Chorong said — well it’s such a lie because hey, it’s freaking Byun Baekhyun alright you’re not normal if you didn’t felt fluttered abit.  She stepped away from him, making her way to the seat again where she put all of her stuffs there. Baekhyun pouted as he followed her steps. Urgh, Chorong really know how to spoil their sweet moments sometimes. But it’s okay, there’ll be more sweet moments after this.

“Come here, Byun.” Chorong called him to come over. Baekhyun was quite flustered when Chorong reached for both of his hands as he came to her. A heart-warming smile was plastered on Chorong’s face, causing Baekhyun to smile too.

“What is it?” Baekhyun questioned her. Chorong didn’t reply instead, her right hand pulled Baekhyun’s right wrist which had his metal wristwatch wrapped around it. “It’s already 12.” Chorong read — which means, it’s officially 6th May right now. Baekhyun stared at her with full of interest, probably waiting for Chorong to wish him.

“Happy birthday, Byun Baekhyun.” And yes, she did. It’s one of his wish to celebrate his birthday alongside her this year. He wants her to be the first person that he ever celebrated it with. Baekhyun leaned closer to her face, causing Chorong to pull back abit.

“Thank you,” He whispered in a low voice.

“I’m the first one, right?”

“Uh-oh.” Baekhyun shook his head. “You’re late. Minseok is the first one who wished me. But it’s okay, I could ask him to wish me again tomorrow and consider your wish as the first one,” Baekhyun said, leaning closer to her once again. Chorong let out a heavy sigh, like seriously Byun Baekhyun would never stop trying until he gets what he wants.

“Baek, you’re 23 already.” Chorong mumbled as their nose brushed. Chorong couldn’t help it, her stomach was full of butterflies and her heart was beating like crazy. She chuckled lightly when Baekhyun started brushing their nose together, it really tickles and heart-fluttering in the same time too.

                “Yes, I know. And you’re 24.” Baekhyun said playfully, probably teasing her. Well, Baekhyun earned a light pinch on his arm after he said that. The fact that Chorong is a year older than didn’t even change his love towards her. Age doesn’t even matters in love, what’s important is how deeply both of them were in love with each other. And that’s why, Baekhyun chose Chorong out all of the girls. It’s not a crime to fall in love with someone older than you. It’s not.

                “Rong, do you know why I never call you noona?”

                “Why?”

                “Because it’s like creating a wall between you and me. And I hate it. That’s why,”

                “And why do you even think like that?”

                “Because I love you.” Baekhyun finally succeed crashing his lips against hers. It really feels nice and Baekhyun could feel his blood rushing through his veins. Chorong tastes like honey and butterscotch. She’s just too sweet to be handled. Damn, he just loves everything about her. Chorong in the same time enjoyed it too. It’s already been a while since they kissed and it feels addicting to her. No doubt, Byun Baekhyun is such a good kisser. Better than her in fact.

                The kiss was broke as both of them gasped for air. Baekhyun smiled in satisfication — that would be the first present for his 23rd birthday. Chorong in the other hand palmed her face in embarrasment. Usually she didn’t easily give in but Byun Baekhyun’s affection on her is too uncontrollable.

                “That’s a very special present, Park Chorong. I really appreciate it. Thank you.” Baekhyun said , teasingly. Chorong couldn’t help but blush crazily. She’s the weirdo here, eventhough how many times they already kissed with each other she still felt embarrassed.

                “You better treasure it, Byun. I won’t give you another.” Chorong scoffed. “Euw, you’re so mean. Why did I even love such a mean lady?” Baekhyun whined.

                “Because this mean lady loves you alot too, silly.” Chorong replied, planting a peck on Baekhyun’s right cheek. Baekhyun couldn’t help but engulfed himself in happiness. He’s drowning like seriously in that well which is full of happines on his birthday. Thanks, to Park Chorong.

                “Come, let’s go home. I’m going to cook you a bowl of ramyeon. Blame yourself, if you told me that you’re coming earlier at least I can cook a proper dish.” Chorong nagged as she slung her bag on her shoulder and made her way to the exit. Baekhyun smiled cheekily as he reached for his blazer.

                “Hey, Rong wait!” Baekhyun’s call made Chorong to stop her steps. Baekhyun approached her and hold her hand inside of his, their fingers were entwined together.

                “Can you hold on for awhile?” Baekhyun asked. A confused expression was plastered on Chorong’s face as she heard Baekhyun’s words. Yet, she still manage to nod. Baekhyun slowly pulled her towards the fighting mat. There, both of them were standing in the cirlce which was also to be known as the battlefield to test everyone’s hapkido skills.

                “Do you remember when we first ever met?” Baekhyun suddenly questioned her. Chorong broke into a light chuckle as she flashed back to the moment when both of them met each other. They’re still teenagers during that time. She was 17 and Byun Baekhyun was 16. Baekhyun was sent to learn hapkido by his parents, here in the same academy — which is owned by her father. Chorong used to help her father coaching the other kids since she’s already got her 1st grade black belt that time. And there, she was assigned to train Baekhyun. Their first encounter didn’t go well though. Being a rebelling teenager, Baekhyun acted like a spoil kid which           caused Chorong to lose her patience. In the end, Baekhyun was named as the first guy that she ever flipped over, using her advanced skills. Thank goodness, he’s still alive after that. And maybe after that, Baekhyun started to fall in love with Chorong, because Chorong is totally different from the other girls.

                “I won’t never forget that. It’s such a glorious moment ever, you know.” Chorong remarked. Baekhyun also couldn’t help himself from laughing out loud because of that incident. Whenever he thought about it, he would feel embarrased for the rest of his life yet, he’s grateful. If his parents never sent him to learn hapkido, he won’t meet Chorong. Maybe he would never find a Park Chorong for his own. And that makes Baekhyun felt grateful.

                “My pride was hurt alot that time. Who would expect that Byun Baekhyun was flipped by a girl during his past?” Chorong laughed upon his words. “Yeah, you’re such a brat that time.”

“I know right?” He said, rising an eyebrow. Yes, he was a brat. A spoil-brat, because he was raised in such a wealthy family which even made him to be ungrateful sometimes. Yet, Chorong changed him. And thanks to Chorong, he started putting an interest to learn hapkido well and make his parents proud. Well, it’s quite impressive though — because at least he was a black belt in 2nd grade. But still, he couldn’t beat Chorong.

                “I would still a brat right now, if I haven’t met you.” Baekhyun said, looking at her. His words seems like nothing yet Chorong could sense how grateful and sincere he was. She felt so appreciated. Truthfully, she really did thought that Baekhyun changed because of her. But then, if Baekhyun never chose to change, he won’t ever change too right? It’s because of himself.

                “I’m glad that I met you, Rong.” Baekhyun hold her hands in his, damn tight. Chorong could feel his love flowing through his touch. It’s so strong, until she couldn’t describe it. Too much feels, when it comes to Byun Baekhyun.

                “I want to be with you forever. I want you to stay by my side forever. Because you’re so important. To me, you’re so important Park Chorong.” Baekhyun brought her hands to his lips, kissing her knuckles with the cherry lips of his. Chorong couldn’t describe how happy she was right now. And glad, too. Who didn’t feel happy after hearing how important yourself were to the other person? She felt so blessed.

                Baekhyun pulled Chorong in his arms, locking her in his hug. His nose sniffing her wet hair, it still smells nice eventhough she’s sweating. Baekhyun could feel Chorong’s hot breath on the back of his neck, and it makes his heart beated in a faster rate. As always, she never fail in making him flutter. She never.

                “Park Chorong, I love you so much.” He said it once again, causing the tears to brim in the corner of Chorong’s eyes. She was touched deeply by his sudden confession.

                “I love you too.” The only words that Chorong could only reply. She couldn’t hold her tears anymore. She’s too happy — so happy. Byun Baekhyun is the definition of her happiness. Baekhyun broke the hug off as he heard the sound of Chorong sobbing silently.

                “Aw, look at you. Don’t cry sweetheart. You still look beautiful even you cried but I prefer it more if you don’t.” Baekhyun said, comforting his crying the love of his life. Chorong stopped crying after for a while — gosh, she’s just so emotional right now. Duh, blame Byun Baekhyun for that. After all, she’s still confused with Baekhyun’s real intention. Why did he suddenly brought up about past and talk about how much he loves her? It must be something behind it.

                “Great. Now you stopped so let’s proceed to our next step,” Baekhyun suddenly chirped happily. Chorong was damn confused. She didn’t get it. What’s the thing that Baekhyun really meant?

                Baekhyun took a few steps away from her, before making himself to kneel down. Now, Chorong finally manage to figure it out. It’s finally the time. Just thinking about it made Chorong barely could breathe well. Her eyes were plastered on Baekhyun.

                “As you know, Miss Park Chorong — 6th May is such a special day for me. And I want it to be a special day for you too,” Baekhyun said carefully before groping his hand into the pocket of his blazer — pulling out a small red-coloured box. By seeing that Chorong could already guess it. Oh god, he’s proposing to her — for real.

                “I know this is quite unromantic. Like seriously, no one would ever propose their girl at a hapkido academy — but I will. Because this place meant alot for me." Baekhyun flashed a smile while opening the box, revealing a beautiful silver ring with a blue-coloured diamond on it. Chorong was intrigued by the beauty of the ring. It’s so beautiful.

                “Park Chorong, will you be my soulmate for the rest of my life?” Baekhyun said, his eyes were staring her. Chorong didn’t know what she supposed to say. It was beyond perfection to her. Byun Baekhyun is so lovely in her eyes. And she knew that she would make a right decision and a right anwser for Baekhyun’s question. She made her steps towards Baekhyun, her smile never leaving her lips. It still feel surreal to her, the man that she love was kneeling to her asking her for a marriage. It would be the most glorious moment ever in her life — she would never want to forget it.

                “I’m not sure if I could be a perfect soulmate for you,” She paused. Baekhyun clasped his lips nervously as he waited for her answer.

                “But I’ll try my best, to stay by your side till the last of my breath.” That’s it. Her answer was definitely a ‘yes’. Baekhyun couldn’t help but pulled her into a tight hug. Only God knows how happy he was right now.

                “Thank you.” Baekhyun said. Chorong nodded as she let Baekhyun to slipped the ring on her finger. It suited her pefectly. She couldn’t wait to wear it on their big day. For now, she’s officially someone’s fiancee.

                “Alright. Let’s go home already, Byun. It’s getting late.” Chorong whined. Baekhyun walked along Chorong happily, their hands were entwined and their love get stronger after a single of night.

                “Rong?”

                “Hmm?”

                “Isn’t 6th May is such a special day to you?”

                “Yes, it is. It would be such a special day to me, and you too.” Chorong kissed Baekhyun once again. For some reason, he deserved another kiss after his effort tonight. Indeed, 6th May was a special day for both of them. It’s Baekhyun’s birthday and the day where they finally moving on to the next step of their relationship; Marriage.

                Once again, Chorong said —  “Happy birthday, Byun Baekhyun.”