The sun was up and shining. The weather was classified good – perfect for the theme of today’s photo shoot. However, the famous Cho Kyuhyun is still tucked under his sheets and is sleeping soundly as a baby until this time of the day.

Heechul entered Kyuhyun’s house. He was already expecting Kyuhyun to welcome him but instead it was the old lady housekeeper who did so.

“Where’s Kyuhyun?” Heechul asked.

The housekeeper politely bowed, “In his room Sir. Sleeping and he hadn’t had any breakfast yet.”

Heechul shook his head and sighed. “Follow me and bring his breakfast.”

It has been a rule in the house, though not directly implied, that when Kyuhyun is sleeping that soundly, no one dares try to wake him up not even food. Heechul knocked but there was no answer. He pressed his ear firmly on the door – listening hard and trying to figure out what’s happening inside Kyuhyun’s room. He can hear the rustling of the sheet and grunts. Kyuhyun is indeed sleeping. He twisted the knob but it was locked.

Therefore, he has no other choice but to twist the knob the second time around a little bit harder.

“Yah! Rise and shine my dear Kyunnie.” Heechul greeted the moment he stepped in and immediately shoved the curtains – letting the rays of the warm sun in but Kyuhyun only retreated under his sheets. The housekeeper who brought Kyuhyun’s breakfast was then instructed to put the tray on the coffee table.

Kyuhyun’s sense of smell suddenly got active. “You smell like Hangeng.. Didn’t you take a bath?”

“I slept with him last night and I directly went to see you. Ah! I wanted his smell to linger on  me for a while.” Heechul chuckled.

“And.. For the hundredth time..” Kyuhyun said while still covered under the sheets “I have to replace the door knob again. How many more times do you have to break it?”

“I have no choice.” Heechul shrugged. “As your manager, I have to make sure everything is alright.”

Kyuhyun shoot up straight – facing his dear brother with a somewhat irritated look. “So much for a caring and loving manager.”

“Because Kangin hyung told me to arrange your schedules effectively.” Heechul then took an apple from the food tray and gave it a bite.

“At least hyung has some initiative of thinking about that.”

Heechul jumped on Kyuhyun’s bed having a pout. “Hey! I work hard for you my dear..” but then a grin suddenly appeared on his face “I see you have a new offer.”

“For a clothing brand.. Again.” Kyuhyun rolled his eyes.

“Your dear brother is envious.. I have the looks that could launch a thousand ships and I could model those brands too but why am I stuck being your manager?” Heecgul tried to strike some pose – diva pose that would make him look alluring.

“Good thing I still pay you.” Kyuhyun ran a finger on his brown locks, “And didn’t fire you despite mishandling your talent.”

Heechul suddenly cut the conversation short. “Enough of the sweet talk..” Heechul then said strictly. “Get yourself dressed. We need to be at the location at least an hour earlier. I’ve already instructed your driver – he will drive your van and I’ll just follow with my car. I still need to look into some things. Got it? Now get going!”

Now, how can his brother be so demanding at this early hour? Kyuhyun sighed but smiled at the thought – his brother who seem so annoying and manipulative at times but has a big heart and will do everything to maintain him on top of the game; his brother who will forever look after him and his brother who will always think about him first before his self.

-----

The photo shoot was set outdoors – it was for a wedding collection. Under the shade of a sturdy tall tree the ‘couple’ had to pose elegantly. They have to stand out from the environment being set.

Kyuhyun was then paired with the beautiful MinKyung. He was in his all white tux while MinKyung was in her free flowing tube top gown.

“I want both your forehead to touch, look at each other’s eyes with full of emotions, as if tomorrow will be your last day. Ok?” the photographer instructed “smile lovingly and don’t forget to hold hands.”

Staffs have been given their final instructions – what to do and where to position some of the props needed to create the perfect photo. The models’ make-up has been re-touched as well as their dresses being fixed neatly before the exact start of the photo shoot.

And while the activity for that afternoon progresses – Siwon had himself distanced. He stayed inside Heechul’s car and was told not to make his presence felt. Boredom was slowly consuming him – all he had was his phone and nothing else. He decided to make himself useful that afternoon so he went on being a look out. The car was parked not that far therefore he would still be able to see everything within the radius – including the fans crowding on one side of the area.

Pose after pose. Click after click and the photos shoot is almost done. Kyuhyun and MinKyung were given a break before they could finally wrap-up.

“She’s beautiful.” Siwon commented while he inspects MinKyung’s features – the eyes, the hair, the nose and everything about her. She was slender and stunning. When his attention shifted to Cho Kyuhyun he couldn’t help but put on a smile. “He’s grown to be very handsome. I wonder if he still remembers..”

Some memories went flashing before Siwon – the little boy’s soft features, the little boy’s hearty laugh and the little boy’s sweet smile.

Siwon went out of the car for some fresh air. He was wearing his shades on and his hoodie – just for them to make sure he isn’t recognized easily. He was observing everything that’s happening left and right – Kyuhyun being fanned, the fans squealing while raising their fan boards and a girl acting suspicious enough with a bunch of flowers on hand.

Siwon’s eyes then darted on the said girl, he lowered his shades to have a better of the said girl – she looks nervous and reluctant, she keeps on looking left and right as if making sure no one would interfere and disrupt whatever she plans on doing.

Siwon’s heart started pounding – he’s really not having a good feeling about this.

He wanted to come near Kyuhyun just to make sure that girl wouldn’t cause harm and that she’s only a fan who plans on giving those flowers but his feet seemed unable to move and as the girl takes her every step closer towards Kyuhyun his heart beat began to pound double.

“Shouldn’t you be moving?” Siwon looked towards the owner of the voice – it was Heechul. He didn’t notice he was already there standing behind him. “You can try saving him at least.”

He then ran as fast as he could when he saw the girl pulling something out. his eyes widened in shock when he recognized it to be a razor. He was thinking of what to do – his mind suddenly went blank but luckily he recovered from it. Shisus! He’s a 7^th dan surely he learned how to disarm the enemy, even if it meant for the enemy to be a woman.

Siwon’s movements were swift and before that girl could what? Slash Kyuhyun in the face? Or in any part of his body? He was already there just in time to grab her, lock her and eventually take away that razor she plans on using to inflict harm.

The incident created commotion – the fans went about screaming in fear.

--

Kyuhyun was able to sense danger but he was just too pre-occupied thinking if that same familiar scent was just nearby that it rendered him immobile when the said danger was close enough.

That scent – that same exuding scent.

-----

“Who sent you?” Heechul asked the moment the girl was tied up inside the cell but she only stared at Heechul as an answer.

“It’s no use.” Kangin said to Heechul. “She won’t bother telling us any detail.”

“What should we do now?”

“Set her free.” Kangin ordered. “Let her run back to where she came from.”

--

With all the energy that’s left of her she started running away. She was panting and sweat was dripping. She looked all greasy and dirty but it’s not her worry, all she wants right now is to get as far away as she could.

She didn’t dare look back when she noticed someone or something started following her half-way through her running. She can hear the sound of braches breaking and dried leaves rustling.

The steps weren’t like that of a human – it seems rather big and strong and she didn’t hear it to be taking one step at a time.

Still she continued running until she could hear no more the steps that were following her.

-----

“I regret to inform you sir that she failed..”

“What could have happened?”

“She said there was a certain guy who suddenly came out of nowhere and went to Mr. Cho’s rescue.”

“Ah! Playing as a Knight in Shining armour.. interesting.”

“Uhm. And she said she was caught but then released after wards.”

“Hmm. The brother’s seemed to be protective.”

“I’m sorry sir. I’m sorry we failed.”

“Don’t worry.. we will be setting up a rat trap soon.”

“Same place hyung.. Kyuhyun said we will meet here.” Donghae said to the one he was speaking on the phone.

“What did he ask you about?”

“He said it’s about him looking for a bodyguard.”

“Ah! Good.. Just get along.. ok?”

“Hyung, I need to hang up.. I see Kyuhyun is coming. Bye.”

Kyuhyun noticed Donghae came a bit earlier than expected. It’s not that Donghae is always late when they meet up, it’s just that he is sensing something is up and he doesn’t have any idea about it. He shrugged the idea after some time, it’s not his concern at the moment and maybe Donghae just opted to come early.

“Hae.. I need your help..” Kyuhyun instantly said when he got to sit down at the empty seat in front of Donghae.

Donghae need not to guess, “But why do you even need one?”

Before Kyuhyun could answer his cousin’s unending questions the waiter went approaching them on their table and asked, “How do you like the steak Mr. Cho?”

“Rare.” Kyuhyun briefly answered without even taking a glance at the waiter but with eyes only fixed at his cousin Donghae.

“How about you Mr. Lee?”

“Rare.”

Kyuhyun and Donghae who frequent the said luxurious restaurant has already established their identities – no wonder almost all of the employees of the said establishment already knows them plus the fact that Cho Kyuhyun is one of the top model amongst his generation.

They are both actually talking about a serious matter.

“Father, wants me to be safe..” Kyuhyun said “Well, that’s what he was trying to say at least..”

“Why don’t you ask Kangin hyung?” Donghae suggested.

“My brother wouldn’t bother.. I just know for sure.”

Being a famous model – from clothing lines to perfumes and everything anyone could think of, Kyuhyun has always been the top choice – and his safety was the utmost priority. To protect him from delusional fans and to protect him from any mishap. “But.. Why would your father suddenly want you to have a bodyguard 24/7?”

Kyuhyun shrugged, “Certainly, I’m not sure about that..”

“I mean.. Kyu. I know you can fully protect yourself.. We all know.”

“That’s what I’m actually trying to convince father about.”

It didn’t take about an hour or so for their ordered food to arrive. Both had a rare steak – juices are dripping; the seared outside of the meat but the soft inside feel made it all too sumptuous. Mouth watering and both Kyuhyun and Donghae couldn’t help but give the food a drooling look.

Donghae was slicing a piece of his meat while continuing with their talk, “I still can’t guarantee that I could recommend you any.”

“Why don’t you ask Hyukjae for help? I heard he has lots of connection.”

Donghae thought for a while, “I’ll try.. But I can’t promise you anything as of the moment.”

Kyuhyun smiled at his cousin. Donghae couldn’t really say NO to him no matter what. “Thanks Hae.. That’s why you’re my favourite cousin of all.”

“You’re paying for tonight’s dinner..” Donghae responded with a knowing smile. “I would just like to remind you.”

“Yes. Yes. I haven’t forgotten.”

--

Siwon was trying his hard to convince the guard that the place he is in right now is the same place that posted the ad in the newspaper he is currently holding.

“Can’t you read this?” Siwon persisted. Shoving the newspaper in front of the guard’s face.

The guard was trying to keep calm despite Siwon being so annoying. “How many times have I told you that the management already hired some applicants for that vacant position?”

Siwon paused, thinking, and counted using his fingers, “uhmm. Many times..”

“I’m glad you still have some sense in your brain.”

“Can I really not get in?” Siwon asked persistently “I want to talk to your manager.”

“I said No. didn’t i?”

Siwon was trying hard to peek inside the restaurant. Everything inside was just too luxurious – design, food and even the people while he looks nothing but ordinary in his jeans, shirt and cap. The guard was continuously blocking his view but he isn’t giving up yet until finally he saw him.

Siwon sighed, “Fine! I’m going to leave.”

“At long last.” The guard was quite relieved, no more annoying him.

--

Kyuhyun and Donghae were about to leave when a representative from a well known clothing brand company came and approached them on their table.

“Mr. Cho how have you been?” the representative asked politely.

“Quite fine..”

The representative already invited himself and took the empty seat beside Donghae. “We have an offer to make Mr. Cho..”

“Contact my manager. He will take care of everything.”

Upon hearing, there was a spark on the representative’s eyes. “We will contact your manager as soon as possible Mr. Cho. Thank you and Good evening.”

Kyuhyun and Donghae started walking out of the restaurant and as they pass by every table, girls would turn their head to see Kyuhyun – daughters of some of the executives and those that are in the elite society couldn’t help but squeal their hearts out.

And before they could both reach the door a girl bravely approached. She was trying her hardest not to faint; being this close to Ch Kyuhyun seems like a dream.  “Uhmm. Excuse me..”

Kyuhyun looked at her smiling, “Anything I could do for you young lady?”

There was a sudden tint of rose pink color on her cheeks. Her head was bent down – couldn’t really look at Kyuhyun in the eyes. She then handed him something. “A gift for you.”

Kyuhyun took it from her and handed it to Donghae. “Thank you.” Kyuhyun casually uttered and continued on their way out to that restaurant.

Donghae was trying to peek inside. He was being curious. “Can I open it?”

“If it would please you.. you may.”

Inside was a not so small box. Donghae got even more curious and so he immediately opened the box. He was laughing when he saw what’s inside. “You look so cute.”

Kyuhyun gave Donghae a glare. His cousin was holding a caricature of himself – big head with a wide smile and a small body wearing fashionable clothe.

“Oh yeah. Laugh all you want.”

“I’m sorry Kyu but you look too cute.”

Kyuhyun just rolled his eyes and when he finally managed to step out of the restaurant the guard gave him a bow and from the wind that blew that night a certain smell made him stop on his tracks. he inhaled the scent deeply.

Donghae who was still amazed at the caricature bumped onto Kyuhyun’s back. “What’s the--?” Donghae wanted to ask but he saw that Kyuhyun was too immersed.

Kyuhyun walked towards where the scent was taking him. In the quite dimly lit pavement was a man in his jeans – sitting and seems as though waiting for someone. His eyes were closed and his face was half covered by his cap. Kyuhyun moved his face closer to inspect the figure and suddenly took a step back when it budged.

“What are you looking at?” Siwon asked.

Kyuhyun didn’t answer instead he looked at Siwon over all.

“Hae..” he called Donghae.

“What is it?”

“Money.. a thousand.”

Donghae handed Kyuhyun a hundred thousand won. Kyuhyun reached to grab Siwon’s hand and placed the thousand won in his palm.

Siwon was surprised. “Hey! I’m not some sort of a beggar you know.”

“Then what are you?”

“A person quietly sitting on the pavement.”

“Sounds like a beggar to me.” Kyuhyun said to Siwon with an adoring smile. “Let’s go Hae.”

Kyuhyun and Donghae left the still astounded Siwon. Their car was approaching and the moment it stopped in front of them, they instantly settled in.

Siwon was standing in his spot stiffly as he watches as the car drove further from him. He was now just staring at the streets when his phone rang. He looked at the screen and a familiar name appeared.

“Were you able to meet Kyuhyun tonight?”

“Yes and he mistook me for a beggar.”

A laugh can then be heard, “Then we can continue from here.”

“Yes hyung.”

-----

Donghae decided to stay at Kyuhyun’s house for that night. They are sharing the finest of wine that Kyuhyun has from his collection.

From the open glass window at the second floor balcony – the curtain flows freely with the direction of the brushing night air. Watching as the stars flicker in the sky Kyuhyun took a sip from his wine glass.

“Hae.. I want him.” Kyuhyun suddenly blurted.

Donghae almost choked. “Who?”

“The man earlier in jeans and cap.”

“Why all of a sudden?”

“He exudes a familiar scent..”

“But he’s just some random person we found on the street.”

“I don’t care. I want him. For all I know, he can be my interesting pet.” Kyuhyun said with a smirk.

-----

Inside the study room was Kangin, Heechul and their father – each having serious faces. Kangin heaved a deep sigh when he ended the call with Siwon.

“Siwon was able to see Kyuhyun.” Kangin said to their father.

Their father was still having a serious face. “We need to be sure. I want Kyuhyun out of danger as much as we could. We can’t always be there..”

“That’s why Siwon is there..” Heechul immediately supplied his father’s words.

And Kangin couldn’t agree more. He then gave Heechul instructions, “Meet Kyuhyun tomorrow. He needs to continue his activities and arrange his schedules efficiently. I heard he has a photo shoot tomorrow.”

“That photo shoot is scheduled at 3pm.”

“Tag Siwon along with you. Just make sure he isn’t obviously seen.”

-----

“I’ve talked to Mr. Cho..”

“And what did he say?”

“He said we can contact his manager.”

“Good to hear.. You really are trustworthy.” He commended his minion. “Closer. We can be closer to him without him suspecting.”

Title: Promise

Pairs/Characters: Kyuhyun/Donghae

Author: Anicayoon

Rating: PG

Summary: Kyuhyun only knew of his feelings for this one person and nothing else. He was loved, protected and cared by everybody that he wasn’t able to notice Donghae’s pure feelings. But one day when his own feelings were cleared.. He promised.. 

Few days passed and Donghae is constantly seen with Kyuhyun – hanging around whenever or just lounging at some place. They’d talk endlessly, play with each other or just simply watch any interesting show on TV.

During practices Donghae would readily get a bottle of cold water for Kyuhyun and then they would start laughing and chatting until the minute break ends.

At times whenever the routine requires them to be beside each other or just near each other it is seen that Donghae would lock his eyes on Kyuhyun and the maknae would smile his cute smile in response – giving Donghae the extra energy to exert his best until the routine finishes and when they’re done Donghae would wait and assist Kyuhyun in packing his things so they could go back to the dorms together.

It was during that one night when suddenly out of nowhere Donghae braved himself. Sitting beside each other on the couch and reading some magazine Donghae tried to ask Kyuhyun..

“Kyu?”

Without removing his gaze from that magazine Kyuhyun simply responded. “Hmm?”

“If you were given a chance at love..” Donghae tried to clear his throat “would you accept it?”

Kyuhyun looked at Donghae questioningly, “Where did that came from? Something happened to you?”

Donghae smiled his cutest, “Just answer.. that was a hypothetical question..”

“I don’t know..” Kyuhyun shrugged “Maybe.. but I don’t think love would ever come..” Kyuhyun paused for a second before he supplied “at least for me that is..”

“Don’t you believe that there is that someone for you?”

Kyuhyun heartily laughed at the seriousness in Donghae’s voice at the moment. “Hyung? Are you sick?”

“Who knows? Maybe I am.. love sick?”

Together they laughed at the comment Donghae spilled yet again Donghae’s thoughts came running around his head. Tomorrow. I will start tomorrow Kyu.. Love? Love will come your way..

-----

“Kyu!!” Sungmin shouted from outside the bedroom door, “Faster! Donghae is waiting outside since like forever. You’re gonna be late..”

“Coming..” Kyuhyun shouted in reply. He was still scrambling as he tried to pack some of the things he need for that days shoot. Donghae and he would be shooting a commercial film and part of that would be a photo shoot for the promotional posters.

Kyuhyun went out hurrying – within his pack bag are his personal things. He came rushing so as not to let the manager and Donghae wait for another long minute or so.

He then loaded the car and sincerely said his sorry.

“Stayed up late Kyu?” the manager asked nonetheless.

Kyuhyun awkwardly smiled as he replied, “Sorry Hyung.. I asked Sungmin to wake me up but he didn’t..”

The manager didn’t ask any further questions. What’s important is that they have to hurry in order not to be late for the said schedule. The driver was being instructed and not long after they headed to the filming destination.

Donghae who was prettily seating next to Kyuhyun in the car noticed the sleepiness on the maknae’s face. “Still sleepy Kyu?”

Kyuhyun yawned before he answered, “Just a little bit.”

“Lean..” Donghae smiled offering his shoulder. “I’ll wake you up 1ominutes before we arrive..”

“Thanks Hyung..” Kyuhyun smiled as he rests his sleepy head on Donghae’s willing shoulders.

“Sleep peacefully..”

-----

The filming set has already been prepared. The staffs are running about back and forth to settle stuffs to be needed – props, costumes, the artist’s waiting area and the things they would probably need.

Kyuhyun along with Donghae and their manager went their way to the resting area. There they settled some of their things and waited for the coordis to come and style them accordingly.

“Not sleepy anymore Kyu?”

Kyuhyun shook his head, “Thanks..”

Donghae pats his back. “No problem, anytime..”

The two of them continued their chat even after the stylists have arrived – brought the clothes they’d be wearing, started putting on their make-up and styled their hair to suite their image.

They were laughing at some joke Donghae uttered when the Director informed them, “Ready boys? Ten minutes..”

“The weather is great, isn’t it?” Donghae asked.

“Sure is..” Kyuhyun has to agree.

-----

Fans started to scream once they saw Kyuhyun and Donghae. They were bringning with them banners and such to show their love and support for their beloved idols. Oppa! Oppa! Some of them screamed while others are starting to get frantic. They saw Donghae smile at them while Kyuhyun lovingly waved – increasing their difficulty in trying to control themselves as their loved idols shower them with attention.

Having to see and feel the love and support of the fans, Donghae couldn’t help but feel warm – his heart to be exact is beating in sync with the fans’ lovely cheers and screams. But then, the beating of his heart is not only caused by the fans but also of this one person he treasures – the person beside him.

Kyuhyun was looking at the squealing fans enjoyably that he didn’t quite notice how exactly did this person’s hand find its way to his. Donghae’s hand subtly held his and together they walked towards the Director’s area – where the staffs are waiting for the filming to start.

“Kyu are you alright?” Donghae tapped his shoulder.

 “Huh?” Kyuhyun was a bit startled, “I’m fine..”

Was he really alright? Donghae’s hand held his and it was quite a strange feeling. A tingling sensation, was that it? Them touching during shows, hugging like brothers – these were some of the things they used to do but now.. the feeling is different.. something different..

The Director had instructed them both first on what to do and what to portray. After which, the director had to cue – to indicate the start of the filming.

Running. They first came out running with smiles on their faces – enjoying the first takes of their scene. It was like they were just playing. They did as they were told and they said their lines without flaw and after some time the director had to cut.

The two of them went under a shady area. The coordis had to wipe sweats off of their faces, fix the creases on their clothes and make sure their make-ups aren’t ruined.

One of the coordi was tending to Kyuhyun when suddenly..

“Excuse me..” Donghae tried to get the attention of one of the assistants. “Can I have an umbrella please..”

The weather was on the hot and sunny side so Donghae had to take action. He was handed an umbrella big enough and without any words he opened it and held it up for Kyuhyun to get shaded.

“You don’t have to..” Kyuhyun said immediately once he noticed he was being shaded by that umbrella Donghae held.

“But I want to..” was all Donghae could answer with a smile. “So, let me.. ok?”

The coordi was still tending to Kyuhyun and at the same time as Donghae held the umbrella one of the coordi went tending to him too – his sweat being wiped and his hair being fixed while he stands still and continue to hold that umbrella for Kyuhyun.

After a moment of rest and the second part of their scene was being taken. They had to continue were they left and on the screen they projected an aura worth watching at – glowing faces and smiles. Another minute of filming and the shoot was almost over. Both of them are tired and exhausted but still they continued to wear a smile.

“Cut!” the director shouted after all the takes.

Everyone had to congratulate each other for a job well done and on one side Kyuhyun sat quietly for a moment of rest.

Kyuhyun was fanning himself with his hand to relieve him of the hot and sunny weather. “Aish!” he commented. He wasn’t aware of Donghae’s presence so he was quite startled when all of a sudden there was someone who came fanning him with a real fan.

“Better?” Donghae asked.

“Better..” Kyuhyun answered with a smile. “how many times have I said ‘thank you’ to you hyung?”

“Don’t mind that..” Donghae told him with assurance. “I am willing to do those things to you always..”

“You are the best ever, hyung..”

“I always am.. ah, wait..” Donghae excused himself.

Kyuhyun watched as Donghae stood up from his seat and go to that side where bottles of cold water are being located. Donghae picked out two bottles and went his way back to Kyuhyun’s side.

“Here..” Donghae offered Kyuhyun the bottle of cold water.

Kyuhyun readily gulped down almost half of the water in the bottle. “Refreshing..”

-----

“Time to head home..” was what the manager told them after the filming set had finished packing up.

Donghae went to the resting area where some of their personal things where left. He packed his things and some of Kyuhyun’s. The maknae was already in the car and is waiting for him. He couldn’t actually say no when the maknae asked a favour from him – to get his things since he is already sleepy and wanted to rest in the car for a while.

When Donghae opened the car door he saw Kyuhyun with shut eyes and so slowly he took his seat. “Ready to go..” he told their manager.

It was pretty much of an hour or so ride back to their dorm so Donghae shifted a bit on his seat to allow Kyuhyun to rest his head on his shoulders.

“Sleep tight..” Donghae whispered.

Kyuhyun grunted when he felt a slight movement and closer he snuggled on Donghae’s neck.

“I’ll sleep for a while hyung..” Donghae informed their manager.

-----

Kyuhyun felt as though it was enough shut eye for him so slowly he already opened his eyes. He looked outside the window and saw that car was still travelling – city lights adorned on the street sides, people walking and cars moving. He looked up as soon as his eyes were fully opened. On Donghae’s shoulders he was leaning again.

He took a hand and placed it just above his chest – trying to feel his heart beat. It was normal but at some point the beat doubles. Again, he looked up at Donghae – stared at that innocent face and slowly a smile curved up his lips however a frown was etched on his forehead..

“Kyu..” Donghae grunted with a bit of slurry.

Kyuhyun thought his hyung might be in a state of dreaming so he shrugged it off but then at the back of his mind it sounds cute when Donghae calls out his name like that..

As of the moment, it’s now his turn to lend his shoulder to his sleeping hyung.

After some more minutes of travelling, finally they arrived at the dorms parking lot. Slowly, Kyuhyun had to tap Donghae to somehow wake him up.

“Donghae hyung..” Kyuhyun called out gently.

“Uhmmmm..”

“Wake up.. we’re here..”

“Oh?” Donghae seemed startled. He felt the car engine had already stopped so took a deep breath and smiled at Kyuhyun before he got off with his things.

“Thanks hyung..” Kyuhyun bid the manager goodbye.

The car was off and the two of them headed towards the elevator. Kyuhyun pushed the 11, they loaded and waited for them to reach the 11^th floor.

“You alright?” Kyuhyun asked Donghae.

“I’m fine.. just tired.”

Ding! The elevator sounded.

Quietly Kyuhyun twisted the knob open for them to get in their place and slowly they walked towards their respective rooms. But before Kyuhyun can even open the door to his shared room with Sungmin..

Donghae grabbed Kyuhyun’s wrist and pulled him closer. “Kyu..”

Kyuhyun was staring at Donghae’s eyes as he wasn’t anticipating the sudden action. He was stuttering a bit and he can feel his heart beating in a manner fast enough. “Yes.. hyung?”

“Sleep tight..” Donghae whispered in Kyuhyun’s ears which sent sensation all over his body.

Kyuhyun had to let go before his knees would totally wobble. “You too..”

-----

In bed and resting, Kyuhyun couldn’t bring himself to sleep. All these years he welcomed those sweet gestures Donghae gives him – on and off cam, during and after practices, in and outside the dorms but this  time it’s different.

“What are you trying to do hyung?”

Title: Promise

Pairs/Characters: Kyuhyun/Donghae

Author: Anicayoon

Rating: PG

Summary: Kyuhyun only knew of his feelings for this one person and nothing else. He was loved, protected and cared by everybody that he wasn’t able to notice Donghae’s pure feelings. But one day when his own feelings were cleared.. He promised.. 

--

Kyuhyun hadn’t been the same since – his eyes less sparkling and his smiles seem weak.

Sungmin was in bed lying and is reading this certain magazine. He was dead serious with his reading but then suddenly burst out into a loud laugh..

“Kyu.. Kyu.. listen to this..” Sungmin tries to converse with Kyuhyun despite his laughter “What do you call a pig that does karate?”

“What?”

With his pout but still full of aegyo, Sungmin replied. “Try guessing..”

“What?”

“Fine..” Sungmin looked at Kyuhyun, hoping if he could at least make the maknae laugh “It’s pork chop..” Sungmin, again, laughed hard. “pork chop.. see? Pork chop..”

But Kyuhyun could only answer with a weak ‘oh!’ and Sungmin seeing his dongsaeng like that he couldn’t just give up on him..

“Here’s another one..” Sungmin started “Why was the opera singer arrested?”

Kyuhyun looked at Sungmin with a bored look. “Why?”

“Because he got into treble..”

Kyuhyun only nodded as a sign of his response to his hyung.

Although Sungmin tries his best to cheer Kyuhyun up but the younger at times refuses – opting to ignore his hyung rather than put up a fake smile.

And whenever Kyuhyun is with the other members he smiles always, he laughs his heart out and chats with them merrily but to Donghae – who cautiously observes Kyuhyun – none of it seems true. Donghae was able to sense Kyuhyun’s pain and he wants to cure it. He wants to hush Kyuhyun’s sobbing heart – if only Kyuhyun would let him.

Yet, Donghae was left with the question.. Who caused such pain to Kyuhyun?

-----

“Hi Kyu..” Yesung lively greeted Kyuhyun once they crossed path at the building’s lobby. Yesung was smiling radiantly and Ryeowook was behind him and following.

Kyuhyun had decided he still has to continue to be civil – after all, only he and Sungmin know about his unrequited feeling. With Ryeowook and Yesung together, Kyuhyun has no other choice but to reciprocate the greeting..

“Yesung-hyung! HI! And oh, Wookie..” Kyuhyun had to endure a smile for a second or two along with his lively self.

It was after the two left that he managed to release a deep breath. It is painful and difficult but he has to because for him it seems unfitting to all of a sudden ignore his hyung.

He leaned on the wall with head lolling on the side. His tears aren’t supposed to roll down his cheeks but it did..

-----

“Dinner is ready Kyu..” Sungmin eagerly disturbed Kyuhyun from a certain book he is reading.

“I’m not hungry..” Kyuhyun directly answers.

“You’re not hungry?” Sungmin’s voice raises a bit “You’ve been here in this room since 3 hours ago.. not once did I saw you come out.. And now you are telling me you’re not hungry..”

“Really.. I’m not..” Kyuhyun didn’t even try looking at Sungmin’s worried face.

“But you aren’t reding.. You’re only staring at the colourful pictures..”

“If only fairy tales could come true..”

“Yet, it doesn’t Kyu..”

“It could have been a happy ever after..”

--

Kyuhyun wandered out. he was hoping to somehow relieve the burden he is feeling. He was walking and walking – letting his feet drag him somewhere. Particularly where? He doesn’t have any idea.

He stopped.

He stopped in front of a book shop. On the clear window you can see piles of books – from children’s bedtime stories to novels. Hard bound to soft bound books are also in store.

Kyuhyun was searching for something that would spark his interest. He isn’t a bookworm to start with but this might help him divert his attention and produce a smile in his face.

But will it really?

Somehow the books are already sorted and Cho Kyuhyun found himself on the section where fairy tale books are located. Kyuhyun ran his finger through the book’s spine and randomly stopped at one of the books on the shelf..

He took it and out of impulse scanned directly through the last page – drawn was a prince happily holding the hands of his lovely princess.

AND THEY LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER.

Bitterly Kyuhyun took a bill from his pocket and paid for that book.

-----

It was already midnight and Kyuhyun’s stomach started grumbling. He wanted to ask Sungmin for something to eat but when he saw the other is sleeping peacefully, he didn’t dare disturb.

So much for the ‘I’m not hungry effect’. He sighed.

The dorm was quiet so Kyuhyun slowly and carefully crept through the kitchen. He was just going to settle for instant noodles since it’s faster to cook – he started opening and checking cupboards.

“Where did they put it?” Kyuhyun was asking himself while still continuing looking for instant noodles. He was busy that he didn’t really notice someone’s presence.

“What are you looking for?”

Hearing that voice, Kyuhyun was startled. “Oh!” both his hands which he used for searching cupboards was left in the air hanging as he turned to the owner of that voice “Donghae.. just looking for noodles..”

Donghae knew Kyuhyun was hungry and he doesn’t need to ask but he asked anyway, “Hungry?”

Kyuhyun pulled out a chair from the dining table and took his seat before he answered, “Yes and my stomach keeps grumbling..”

Donghae looked at Kyuhyun with a sad face but was replaced with a smile when he noticed how cute Kyuhyun looked when he pouts like a little kid. True enough, Donghae adored everything about this boy. And since Kyuhyun had expressed his hunger, Donghae knows the exact solution for that.

 “Can you wait for a while Kyu?” Donghae asked.

“Oh sure..” Kyuhyun answered with a nod.

Donghae took his course in the kitchen. He picked a bowl large enough from the rack of dishes and from the refrigerator he took out the chilli paste, pieces of meat, some vegetable and rice. He started putting the rice along with the other items in the bowl and carefully mixed – making sure the chilli paste is well incorporated. It’s a relief knowing that Ryeowook stores food in the fridge – just in case any of the members experiences an angry tummy. And after about a minute Donghae’s dish is now ready to be served.

“Here..” Donghae presents his simple dish to Kyuhyun with pride.

With a bright smile, Kyuhyun accepted the bowl – almost filled and said his warmest thank you to his hyung. He was spooning full – not minding if Donghae is staring at him and sees how he eats. Hey! He is hungry.

“Thanks hyung..” Kyuhyun said after he finished his meal.

“But..” there was concern in Donghae’s voice “why didn’t you join us for dinner earlier?”

Kyuhyun shifted his glance – not wanting Donghae to see the sudden sadness and hurt in his eyes. “I.. I.. Was still full and I’m busy doing something..”

Donghae’s eyes saddened.. he knew something is bothering Kyuhyun and he wants to know for himself..

-----

Kyuhyun was tossing and turning in bed.. he can’t seem to find the right position for him to sleep or is he just disturbed? About what? Yesung dating Ryeowook? Or Donghae and his act of kindness? He was forcing himself to sleep but sleep just won’t visit him that night..

He took that fairy tale book he bought out of impulse and started scrolling through each page.. there was pain and sadness for the characters but at the end they found eternal happiness..

“Will I find my eternal happiness too?” Kyuhyun thought. He sighed. “Maybe my happiness won’t come.. never in my life..”

He didn’t notice – slowly his eyes were shut.

--

Donghae was supposed to be asleep.. he does have schedules for the next day and he needs to wake up early but seeing Kyuhyun with sad eyes how can he even sleep?

His arms served as his pillow as he continues to stare at the ceiling. “Kyu…”

Donghae sighed. That sadness that he wants to abolish.. But how?

“I want to see that smile again Kyu.. Smile for me.. I can become your happiness too..”

-----

The sun is up and the members living in the dorm are all doing their thing in the morning – exercise, prepare food, wake the others up, clean some of the mess but in one of the rooms there is still someone who didn’t budge in bed.  

“Wake up!”

Kyuhyun woke up to Donghae’s morning greeting and smile. His hyung was staring at him for more than 30minutes now – watching as his dongsaeng sleep peacefully in bed.

“oh! Hyung! Still early..”

Donghae tries to pull Kyuhyun up from bed. “Come on.. you’re the only one left still sleeping..”

Kyuhyun only responds with a grunt – indicating that no matter what Donghae would try to do he wouldn’t get off that bed. Well, maybe at least not yet.

Donghae sat on the edge of the bed – staring at Kyuhyun’s face with a smile.

Kyuhyun got conscious and immediately covered himself with the sheets. He buried himself as he shyly spoke under the covers, “Stop staring will you.. it creeps me out..”

“So, wake up now!” Donghae sounding so determined.

“Just go..” Kyuhyun tried shoving him away “I’ll be there in a while..”

Donghae shook his head. “Na-ah! I won’t come out of this room without you..”

“Fine! Fine!” Kyuhyun in an instant rose up and revealed himself from under the sheets.

“Good boy..” Donghae had a triumphant smile on his face and patted Kyuhyun’s head. His first mission was a success and he is doing a great job at it.

-----

Almost all of the members already left the dorm to attend to their schedules. Kyuhyun however is silently eating in the dining room alone. He was concentrating at his food that he didn’t notice Yesung pull a chair and occupied that empty seat in front of him.

“Eating alone Kyu?”

Kyuhyun gave Yesung an awkward smile but nevertheless answered. “Yes. All of them already left..”

Yesung nodded. “Oh! You’ll be staying in the dorm all day?”

“Maybe..” Kyuhyun shrugged. “No schedules..”

Yesung lit up in a bright smile. “Why don’t you join Wookie and I?”

“Eh?”

“We’ll go just somewhere..”

“A date that is?”

“Kinda..”

“No thanks.. I’m playing Starcraft today..”

Donghae was about to open the door and step out but he saw Kyuhyun and Yesung in the dining room – talking. He paused for a while to try to take a glimpse of the two. Usually, when he sees Kyuhyun and Yesung in that kind of situation he could see Kyuhyun with that smile only for Yesung but today seemed different – it was Kyuhyun and his awkward smile.

He was thinking of things – possibilities maybe? Why the sudden change of Kyuhyun’s aura? Could it be that Yesung was the cause of Kyuhyun’s sadness?

He has to find out and he will try to find out. Kyuhyun doesn’t deserve such pain.

“Don’t worry Kyu.. everything and anything for you..” 

Title: Promise

Pairs/Characters: Kyuhyun/Donghae

Author: Anicayoon

Rating: PG

Summary: Kyuhyun only knew of his feelings for this one person and nothing else. He was loved, protected and cared by everybody that he wasn’t able to notice Donghae’s pure feelings. But one day when his own feelings were cleared.. He promised.. 

--

Donghae was dancing in accordance to the rhythm of the song..

You’re like a queen and beautiful.. I just can’t be without you girl..

His body movement follows through the every note and word expressed by the song.

Cause you are so beautiful..

My beautiful, My beautiful..

His performance lasted for about 3 enjoyable minutes. Fans were screaming on top of their lungs and waves endlessly at Donghae who continues to dance – hoping they’d get noticed. Clearly, the fans were appreciating Donghae’s charisma on stage – his appearance, his smile and the way he moves. Once Hyukjae came out of the stage and joined Donghae in his choreography – the screaming increased.

Of course, Hyukjae being deemed as the “Dancing machine” and Donghae’s bestfriend did his very best for this performance. It was after all a favour coming from a friend..

--

“Hyuk..” Donghae approached Hyukjae who was practicing some steps at the studio.

“Oh! Hae..” Hyukjae was flashing his gummy smile and greeted Donghae ever so lively.

“Are you busy?”

“Not really.. What’s up?”

“I want to ask you a favour..”

“Anything.”

Donghae did ask Hyukjae a favour – to do the choreography with him for one of their shows. He could have opted to dance alone for the rest of the song but he thought it would be a lot better if Hyukjae is there - dancing with him.

“Why don’t you ask him instead?” Hyukjae was starting to tease Donghae.

“You know If I could.. I already did..”

“But you just couldn’t..”

“As you may see, if he’s there.. I might not be able to do the choreography properly and instead just stare at him and hug him even..”

“Your biggest dilemma buddy..”

Donghae sighed. “My biggest dilemma indeed..”

Hykjae pointed at Donghae’s left chest. “Why don’t you just tell him?”

--

My beautiful.. My Beautiful..

Donghae’s performance ended with a smile from him – satisfied that he did well.

“I hope you feel it..” was Donghae’s whisper before he disappeared from the stage.

As Donghae walks towards the dressing room he felt tired and was panting for air. He wanted to rest his body on a couch and get himself a bottle of cold water. He was walking at the corridor when a familiar face was walking towards his direction.

“Hyung!” that someone was smiling at him cheerfully. “You did just great..”

“Thanks.. Was it really that great?”

“Of course! Girls were screaming at you and your performance..”

 “I’m relieved.”

“See you.. I’m next to perform.”

Hearing the compliment coming from that certain person Donghae treasures – his tiredness was gone and was replaced by a sweet smile.

“It was for you..” Donghae said as he watches the back of that person walk further away from him.

-----

It’s not really a secret anymore. Sungmin – who has been Kyuhyun’s roommate for like years have always known what goes through Kyuhyun’s mind even though the other doesn’t speak about it.

“Hyung!”

“Oh?” Sungmin already knows where this is going. “What did you find cute in him again today?”

The two are both lying in their bed, staring at the white ceiling as they wait for their eyes to get heavy and drag them both to sleep.

“He smiled at me..” Kyuhyun was almost blushing while saying those words – like a teenager.

“He smiles at everyone.”

“You are bursting my happy bubble..” Kyuhyun was almost in his cute pout.

“Alright.. Alright..” Sungmin ruffles Kyuhyun’s hair and smiles “he smiled at you and only you..”

Since the day Kyuhyun had told Sungmin that he had a crush on his Yesung-hyung, Sungmin had been there for him, supporting him, cheering him on and even stays at his side whenever he gets depressed over small things. Sungmin would lend him his shoulder; he would tell jokes and be all playful to Kyuhyun but it’s not only Sungmin who sees Kyuhyun this way – the other members as well are as protective, supportive and loving as Sungmin when it comes to Kyuhyun.

-----

“Kyu!”

Kyuhyun was busy making himself understand and feel the song – he was in their room listening to his iPod. He was given this song as an OST for another hit drama and now he has to do his assignment in order to deliver the message of the song effectively.

Once he saw Donghae come inside, he lifted his head to meet Donghae’s adoring smile. “What’s up Hyung?”

Donghae only smiled at Kyuhyun and without a word grabbed his hands and began dragging him outside. Kyuhyun was voicing out his protest but Donghae wasn’t listening – all he wants is Kyuhyun to see what he had prepared.

“Wha---” Kyuhyun wasn’t able to complete his thoughts when after being dragged to the kitchen he was presented with something special.

“Tadaaaaa!” Donghae proudly presents his accomplishment. Well, partly because he didn’t do the entire thing. “How do you like it?”

“It looks delicious..” Kyuhyun seemed to look at the foods with mouth watering eyes.

“Well..” Donghae is in his shy state – scratching the back of his head “I sought Ryeowook’s help and I’m glad he was willing to give a helping hand.”

Kyuhyun had a laugh. He wasn’t expecting such – the food and Donghae’s effort.

Seeing Kyuhyun have this kind of glow towards what he had done, Donghae couldn’t help but feel happier.

“Can I taste it hyung?” Kyuhyun sounded indulging.

“Of course!” Donghae pulled a chair for Kyuhyun and started serving him the delicious foods on the table. It isn’t much but for Donghae it counts a lot.

Kyuhyun was munching on the food and was almost drowned in his own world. When it comes to food no one beats Kyuhyun with it.

Donghae was seriously watching as Kyuhyun eats and time after time he smiles – the kind of smile that reaches the eye. He has been in this state for at least more than he could imagine. He wanted to last this kind of moment but his smile vanished when a certain situation was presented before him..

Some of the members were out that day – having their schedules and some are out for practices and Yesung was one of the few. He came in and went his way directly to the kitchen.

Upon seeing Yesung, Kyuhyun immediately had a big smile plastered on his face and abruptly stopped spooning food and lively greeted Yesung.

“Hyung!”

“Oh! HI Kyu.. Hae..” Yesung greeted at them both with that smile so cute.

“Join me..” Kyuhyun invited his hyung politely.

An empty seat beside Kyuhyun was being offered to Yesung. He was served with plate and utensils – all done by Kyuhyun. Donghae was just looking at Kyuhyun with an almost frown on his face. Yesung can do it all by himself but why does Kyuhyun need to do it for him? His earlier smile vanished and is replaced by a rather expressionless face.

He stayed in the kitchen for a bit – hoping for Kyuhyun to take interest in him. But then, he can’t seem to bear the sight before him..

Kyuhyun has this different kind of smile whenever he sees Yesung – it’s more than just an ordinary smile. Donghae on the other hand is sharp enough to spot that smile and right now in that very kitchen where he poured his effort, he sees that smile being offered to Yesung.

And since Kyuhyun was the one who invited Yesung to eat with him he was the one who is now serving Yesung with food – putting a bit of everything in his plate. Occasional laughs and stares are shared between the two and chatting about almost everything.

Donghae was left unnoticed. He stood up and left the two. That was enough for that day.. He sighed. At least, he made Kyuhyun smile and feel happy in ways he can offer.

-----

“Until when Lee Donghae? Until when?” Donghae chided to himself. He can’t help it – although he chooses to stay far, he just couldn’t help it.

Just like this one time..

The group had been in the practice room for almost half a day.. Everyone was tired and hungry and wanted to rest that’s why when Leeteuk expressed his decision to take a break everyone was relieved.

“Ok! 20 minutes break guys!”

Upon hearing the leader’s declaration, in an instant Donghae got himself a bottle of cold water. He was seating beside Hyukjae but his attention was all on one person.

“I believe someone is getting crazy..”

“Huh? Who?” Donghae innocently asked Hyukjae.

Hyukjae shrugged and exposed his gummy smile. “I don’t know..”

Donghae shook his head and continued to watch as Kyuhyun happily chats with the other members, sharing non-sense jokes and laughing over non-sense matter. He has been watching Kyuhyun for the entire break and within those minutes he always had his smile – a smile that’s especially for Cho Kyuhyun.

Abruptly, he stopped recalling one of those memories he keeps with him.

-----

Kyuhyun was in the kitchen and is silently sipping his glass of cold water when he overheard the conversation between these two people..

“Anything urgent Yesung?”

“Nothing Hyung.. I just want to tell you something..”

“This isn’t a very serious one, is it?”

A laugh was heard. “Not in any bit.. Ryeowook..”

“What happened to Wookie?”

“We already started dating..”

--

Sungmin entered their bedroom with a smile and an interesting story to tell. He was excited to share with Kyuhyun what he had experienced funny that day but he saw a sad Kyuhyun who was waiting for him.

“Hyung!” Kyuhyun called out to Sungmin - the moment the other entered the room - in a sad depressed tone.

“Any problem Kyu?” Sungmin asked worriedly. He wasn’t used to seeing Kyuhyun with sad eyes because the past days the maknae was very happy and the reason for his happiness is as usual his Yesung-hyung giving him attention.

“Yesung..”

“What about Yesung?”

“He..” Kyuhyun couldn’t seem to supply the words “is dating Wookie..”

“How did you know about this?”

“I was in the kitchen and I heard him talk about it with Teukie-hyung in the living room..”

That was it. Kyuhyun had already poured all his courage telling Sungmin all of those facts and now he seemed like crying. His eyes were glistening with tears and he looked forlorn.

Sungmin couldn’t bear seeing Kyuhyun in that kind of situation so he sat beside him quietly, offered his shoulders and silently listened to Kyuhyun’s breathing.

-----

“Uhmm.. Excuse me.” He was slightly tapping the other boys back.

The boy turned and faced him with a smile, “Oh?”

“Are you just gonna continue staring at those fishes?”

“What do you mean?”

“I’m assuming you’d buy even just one fish..” that was Eunhyuk talking to this boy he doesn’t even know.

The boy only laughed – the kind of laugh contagious enough that made Eunhyuk smile that gummy smile of his and scratch the back of his head.

“Donghae.”

Eunhyuk seemed lost in thoughts, “Huh?”

The boy took Eunhyuk’s hand and gave it a shake. “I’m Donghae and I love fishes.”

-----

It was a rainy day. All Donghae was doing was keeping warm inside the apartment – watching as droplets of rain cover the glass window. Slowly it becomes blurry on the outside and the coldness of the weather can be felt. Donghae shivers a bit. He sits silently on the windowsill waiting patiently for that certain someone to arrive. He continues to stare outside the window when at an unexpected time he arrives.

Series of knocks from the outside and after he opened the door. Donghae then turned to see who it was.

“Hyukie!” Donghae greeted excitedly. He stood fast and was almost running just to welcome Eunhyuk who was standing on the door post.

Eunhyuk saw how excited Donghae was so he immediately warned the younger, “Don’t come near..”

Upon hearing, Donghae stood stop on his tracks and pout was slowly forming on his face. “Oh?”

“I’m soaking wet..”

“But I want to hug my Hyukie..”

“Do you want to catch a cold?” Eunhyuk sounded reprimanding.

“Fine.” Donghae declared but instead of continuing his walk towards Eunhyuk he went to the bedroom. He was there for a minute and when he went out he already had a towel in hand. He walked towards Eunhyuk and started drying the other – rubbing off the wetness from the older’s body as well as on his head. “But why are you this wet? I told you to always bring the umbrella.”

“I forgot and I had to catch up on something..”

“It’s that important?”

“It is for me..”

-----

The other day Eunhyuk and Donghae were spending their usual time together – just chilling in their apartment, watching TV and feeding their pet fishes.

There’s actually a fish tank in their living room. It was big enough to house about 10 fishes of the same kind. It was decorated with stones on the bottom and weeds and it has a pump that provides oxygen for the fishes.

That day since they weren’t in the mood to watch some TV show so they decided to put their attention on feeding the fishes. Donghae went to the kitchen to get the fish food but when he approached the fish tank his heart broke..

“Hyukie..” Donghae called to Eunhyuk who was seating comfortably on the living room couch.

“Any problem Hae?”

“The fish..”  Donghae’s tone sounded like that of a kid who is in the brink of crying..

Eunhyuk had a frown on his face. The last time he checked Donghae was all cheerful and bubbly and was excited to feed his beloved fishes but now he sounded as though something bad happened so he went over to check. There he saw Donghae staring at the fish tank and staring at a particular fish – floating on top of the tank, is upside down and is dead.

He was consoling the broken hearted Donghae, “I’ll buy you another one, ok? Cheer up now.”

Donghae didn’t say a word but instead hugged Eunhyuk so tight.

-----

On his way to the office, Eunhyuk found a pet store. He went in and looked inside. This has been most likely the 6^th store he checked. He was looking for that exact same fish that Donghae cried over. He roamed the store and there he finally found that fish.

“Excuse me..” he asked “What time do you close your store?”

“At 8pm.” The attendant answered.

“Thank You. Oh, I forgot.. is that the last of that kind of fish?” Eunhyuk was hoping there was still more of that kind of fish.

“I’m afraid, that two is the last of it..”

“Thanks again..”

Eunhyuk left and went directly to his office. His day went by without him noticing. He checked his wrist watch – 7:30pm. He was supposed to be out over an hour ago but his boss told him to take care of an important matter first. He picked up his things and in a hurry found himself out of the office building. It was the heavy rain that welcomed him outside. The time is ticking and the pet store might close any minute now and worst the last two fish might be bought by others. Good thing the pet store was just a block away – without any other thoughts he walked under that heavy rain.

Eunhyuk had been restraining himself from excitement. If he was this excited then how much more Donghae? So he braved the rain, not minding if he gets totally wet as long as it’s for Donghae. He held his other hand and showed to Donghae what he had been keeping all this time..

“Here..This is for you.” Eunhyuk had his gummy smile plastered.

Donghae’s tears were glistening in his eyes. Hyukie, his Hyukie did this for him? In Eunhyuk’s hand was a container and there the exact same fish was happily swimming and excited to see its new fish tank. The last time Donghae’s tears was due to heart break – seeing one if his fishes die but now his tears are all because of total happiness.

He found his fish, the most precious fish in his life nothing can replace. Not minding if Eunhyuk was still wet he hugged him tight and kissed him on the lips.

-----

The 16 year old Donghae tried to start a conversation with the 17 year old Eunhyuk.

“You know, I like colourful fishes. Orange with white stripes.. like Nemo.. how about you?” Donghae started asking.

“I like eating anchovies..”

“So, I’m Nemo and you’re an anchovy..” Donghae again laughed that contagious laugh.

“I guess you can put it that way..”

“I like you!” Donghae said bluntly.

Eunhyuk started blushing, “Me too.”

Held hands? Yes they did.

--

Cause you are so beautiful

I want your lips to belong only to me

Cause you are so beautiful

I will never let go of these hands I hold so tightly