Where Minho shows how important he is on Kibum's birthday.
Author's Note: a birthday one shot for the almighty Kim Kibum! Enjoy!
At moments like this, when Kim Kibum was just Kim Kibum absorbed in his own world, secluded in his own time and space, separated from the outside would, he liked to let his mind wander. It was rare for him to enjoy such moments anyway considering his life as one fifth of SHINee. So when he was free of schedules, free to shed off the image of Key, he treasured what little time he had to be Kim Kibum. There was only about two hours left until the end of September 23rd; you would think Kibum would be out partying and thoroughly enjoying the last few hours of his birthday but instead, he was simply lying in bed peacefully and reflecting on what life has brought him.
As soon as midnight had arrived, the entire SM Town family and his other idol friends particularly the 91liners had celebrated his birthday with him in whatever ways they could amidst their busy schedules. Kibum always believed that it was the people around him who made birthdays special and worth celebrating. So although there weren’t any elaborate parties thrown or crazy gatherings with his friends, he felt that simple wishes and presents from the people he loved and who loved him were more than enough. And considering the amount of wishes and gifts that he had received from not only his family and friends but also his fans, Kibum knew he should be more than satisfied with how his 21st birthday had turned out. However, although contented, Kibum knew he would be happier if a certain significant someone could celebrate his birthday with him. Barely two hours left until his birthday was over and there was still no news from this special someone at all - no phone calls, no messages, no nothing. Yet, Kibum couldn’t find it in him to feel disappointed because he knew this someone was caught up with being a character called Kang Taejoon. Needless to say, the person was none other than Choi Minho. Having been in this career for four years and counting, he was long resigned to the fact that work always came before personal life. How could he then feel angry or upset that Minho couldn’t spend his birthday with him this year just because he was busy with work?
This explained why Kibum was now thinking about the ‘what ifs’. What if Minho and him were just university students? Kibum imagined that they would be together in the same university but majoring in different courses. Even so, he could picture how Minho would visit his dorm early in the morning (because Kibum would never schedule morning classes) just to wish him a happy birthday. Maybe Minho would make him breakfast in bed or smother him with kisses until he woke up but either way, Minho would be there to kick his special day off with a morning to themselves. After which, Minho would leave for his classes but not without promising Kibum he would meet him after class for an evening out together. What for? Well, Minho would never tell then but Kibum knew he definitely had surprises planned for him, most probably in the form of some cheesy romantic dinner under the stars that Kibum would secretly enjoy but never admit. There were a thousand and one possibilities of how Minho could celebrate Kibum’s birthday but there was only one thing that Kibum could guarantee, and that was how Minho would dedicate his whole day to him and make him feel like the happiest person in the world.
Or what if Minho and him weren’t students but had already stepped into the working world? Kibum imagined himself to be working in a fashion company and Minho… Minho would be… Kibum paused, his train of thought abruptly broken by the ringing of his phone. Instantly, and a little hopefully, Kibum quickly reached out for his phone on the bedside table and looked at the screen. Upon seeing the name that flashed rhythmically, the widest smile appeared on his face. Speak of the devil. The timing couldn’t be more right. And once again, Kibum had to admit that Minho certainly had a way with things.
“Hey baby!” Kibum immediately greeted with excitement when he answered the call. “I was just thinking about you.”
“Oh?” Minho replied with a laugh. “Is that why I was sneezing continuously just now? Were you scolding me because it took me this long to finally call you?”
Even though Minho couldn’t see him, Kibum rolled his eyes, choosing to ignore Minho and continue his sentence, “I was just thinking about what you would be if you weren’t in SHINee.”
“I would be with you right now.” Minho said without hesitating.
Even though his answer was unexpected, Kibum caught on fast and smiled bitterly. “Did you have to remind me?”
“Well, I just thought I should because…”
The next thing Kibum knew, the door to his room opened to reveal the very person he was talking to on the phone right at that moment.
“-then you would know what an awesome boyfriend you have.” Still speaking into the phone, Minho closed and locked the door behind him before walking into the room as he wriggled his eyebrows at an absolutely stunned Kibum.
As he sat down on the empty space beside Kibum on the bed, Minho ended the call, placing his phone on the bedside table, and then took Kibum’s phone from his hand to do the same thing with his boyfriend’s phone.
“Surprise!” Minho breathed out as he smiled triumphantly at Kibum who was gaping at him like he couldn’t believe this was happening because indeed, Kibum couldn’t hide the fact that he was caught completely off guard.
“Kibummie?” Minho placed a hand on Kibum’s thigh and squeezed it in hope of bringing him out of his shock. “Baby, I don’t have much time so if you could just come back to reality…”
Minho was about to tap Kibum on his cheek but his hand was slapped ruthlessly away by an visibly agitated Kibum.
“What the fuck are you doing here?!” Kibum hissed once he had finally recovered from his shock. “You’re not supposed to be this free to be here at our dorm!”
Pouting, Minho rubbed the back of his hand to soothe the pain and muttered, “This is what I get for going all out to make sure I celebrate your birthday personally with you…”
Looking up to the heavens, Kibum sighed as he fell back onto his bed defeatedly and muttered back, “I honestly don’t know what to do with you.”
“Just stop thinking too much and simply enjoy the fact that I am here beside you now.” Minho said with a comforting smile as he followed Kibum and lay next to him on bed. “Don’t even worry about anything, I’ve got it all covered.”
“How much time do you have?” Reminding himself to be realistic of the situation, Kibum turned his head towards Minho and questioned.
“Enough for me to do what I want with you.” Minho smirked as he turned to lie on his side, supporting his body up so he could press Kibum into the mattress and look straight into his lover’s eyes.
With Minho making his intentions obvious, Kibum returned a similar smirk as his hands found its way around Minho’s neck. “Isn’t it my birthday?”
“Yeah.” Minho answered while he moved his head down slowly and closed the distance between their faces little by little. “And I’m going to give you what you want…”
Right after the last word was uttered, Minho pressed his lips onto Kibum’s enticing ones and enjoyed the rush of pleasure that one kiss with Kibum could make him feel. Yet, that was all he could do because all of the sudden, Kibum had pushed him away, forcing him to lie down on his back as he swiftly moved to straddle Minho on the bed with his knees on either side of the rapper’s hips. Smirking, Kibum slowly ran his fingers down Minho’s chest and purposely licked his lips seductively as he began grinding his hips against Minho’s in slow circles.
“Are you really… going to let me top?” Kibum blinked earnestly at his lover.
Snapping out of his moment of pleasure, Minho’s jaw dropped as he widened his eyes and gulped. “When did I say that?!”
“You said you were going to give me what I wanted…” Kibum pouted as his fingers worked to pop open the button of Minho’s jeans and when that was done, he went on to hold the zipper in place but deliberately took his time to pull it down and at the same time, made sure his hand was brushing against the hardness that was growing underneath Minho’s jeans. “And I did always want to top.”
“Kibum…” Minho moaned, trying his best to steady his breath. “You can’t be serious.”
Stopping all movement, Kibum rested his hands on Minho’s chest and stared straight into his boyfriend’s eyes. “Do I look like I’m not?”
Releasing a sigh, Minho placed his hands on Kibum’s hips and looked up at his boyfriend in all seriousness. “Kibum, I have high-jump scenes to film tomorrow.”
“I promise to prepare you properly with lots of lube.” Kibum was so close to raising his hand in oath as he assured Minho that he would go gentle on him.
Seeing the hopeful look on Kibum’s face broke down Minho’s defences and it didn’t take long for Minho to decide to give in to his boyfriend’s wish. After all, it was Kibum’s birthday and if that was what he wanted, Minho was willing to do anything even if it included stepping out of his comfort zone. So before he could have any second thoughts, Minho took in a huge breath and nodded.
“Alright, let’s do this.”
The smile that appeared on Kibum’s face was indescribable. That was all that mattered to Minho. The rapper was happy and very much satisfied that he was the reason for Kibum’s captivating smile. But that was only until his lover burst out laughing and as a result, fell breathlessly onto his chest.
Minho was beyond puzzled, unable to comprehend the current situation and make sense of why Kibum was laughing so hard. He could only stare at the top of Kibum’s head as he held his boyfriend’s shaking body in his arms.
“Kibum?” Minho scrunched his eyebrows in confusion and attempted to get back Kibum’s attention.
Finally, Kibum looked up from Minho’s chest and moved back upright as he breathed in to calm himself down.
“You should-“ Kibum bit his bottom lip to stop another round of laughter from escaping before he took in another breath and started again. “You should have seen the look on your face! Oh baby, you’re so cute, you know that? And you’re too innocent for your own good!”
Minho’s frown grew deeper because he had figured out what had just happened. It was just Kim Kibum’s elaborate plan to tease him and play him like he was a toy.
“Kim Kibum.” Minho groaned in anger, holding Kibum in place as he turned their bodies around so that they were back into their original positions - Kibum trapped helplessly underneath Minho.
“Are you happy now?” Minho asked defeatedly, his anger subsiding once Kibum’s smile entered his vision again.
“Overjoyed, actually.” Kibum replied easily, his eyes disappearing into slits as he continued to beam at his lover.
“So can we get on with it now?”
“Sure, let’s get it on.” Kibum’s eyes sparkled with playfulness.
“Kibum, I can’t get in the mood if you’re making puns.”
“If I remember correctly, that wasn’t the case when we wrote the song together.”
“Remind me again why I love you?”
Kibum grinned and pulled Minho down to capture his lips with his own in a searing, fierce and passionate kiss that absolutely took Minho’s breath away and obviously got him in the mood all over again. Going slow and gentle was never Kibum’s style and Minho thoroughly enjoyed how Kibum’s kisses came fast and furious. Just when Minho was about to take control of the kiss, Kibum suddenly pulled away and leaned his forehead against Minho’s.
“Good enough a reminder for you?” Kibum asked in between breaths.
“Definitely.” Minho nodded and leaned closer to steal a couple more light kisses from Kibum.
“Great. Now wish me a happy birthday, you idiot.”
“Why should I, when I know you’re already having a happy birthday?” Minho questioned back as he caressed the milky skin under Kibum’s shirt, all ready to get down to pleasing his lover.
Kibum could only look into Minho’s eyes and it was then he was certain that as long as Minho was with him, no matter what universe they were in, he would never have to wish for a happy birthday on September 23rd.