I Want My Best Friend Back
Title: I Want My Bestfriend Back
Pairing: KyuMin, EunHae
Disclaimer: I don’t own any of the characters
Genre: Angst, Romance, Drama
Rating: General
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His palms were sweating. His heart was beating wildly that he can feel it over his throat. He was shaking.
And then he finally saw him. Amidst the thousands of fan girls around the airport he could only see one guy that made the violent heart stop and beat even faster all the same time.
“H-he’s here..oh guys he’s here!! He’s really here!” He tugged Eunhyuk as if pleading to stop him before he could do something to the guy who was strolling at the center of the crowd along with his bodyguards.
“We know Sungmin. He’s here. Relax will you?” Eunhyuk along with Donghae were smiling at their friend as a sign of comfort and Eunhyuk called unto the man who was bowing his head to avoid any candid shots from the paparazzi.
“Kyuhyun! Hey! Kyu! Over here!” Kyuhyun heard a distinct voice from the crowd and tilted his head towards that direction.
“Hyung!” Kyuhyun immediately ran into Eunhyuk and Donghae. Giving Eunhyuk a high five and receiving a friendly tap from Donghae as the three of them shared smiles after a long five years of not having seen each other.
“How are you man? You’ve grown so tall!” Eunhyuk said. “Not to mention famous, Kyu!” Donghae added. Kyuhyun merely laughed at how still energetic these two guys after all these years.
Sungmin on the other hand, was silently crying at the back; still could not believe that he could finally meet his long lost best friend after five years of waiting.
“Hey Sungmin! Come here now.” Hearing Sungmin’s name being called by Eunhyuk, Kyuhyun abruptly gazed at the sobbing man who was about to approach them.
“H-hi Kyuhyun…” Sungmin felt embarrassed at how he stupidly greeted Kyuhyun between his sobs.
“I’m sorry, but who are you?” Kyuhyun asked in a stern face which made the other three gaped at him as if they saw a criminal or something.
“What?” Sungmin stopped sobbing after hearing Kyuhyun’s question.
“I’m asking who you are. Do you happen to be a fan of mine as well?” Kyuhyun slightly frowned. He certainly didn’t want to repeat himself.
“Y-you’re kidding right? He’s Sungmin! Lee Sungmin! Is this some kind of a joke Kyuhyun? Because it’s not funny.” Eunhyuk asked him disbelievingly while Donghae was just standing there; hands on his waist impatiently waiting for Kyuhyun’s reply.
“Remember him? I don’t even know him hyung…” Kyuhyun said looking confused.
“Fine. Let’s sort this out later after we get to the rest house.” Donghae finally spoke and brought Kyuhyun’s luggage to Eunhyuk’s car.
“Sungmin. Hey! Let’s go.” Sungmin was still in a daze though. How could Kyuhyun forget? Is Sungmin really that easy to be forgotten?
“Wait. He’s coming with us?” Kyuhyun asked.
“Of course, Kyuhyun! He’s our best friend! How could you not remember him?” Donghae replied with an annoyed tone.
“Alright then, I just don’t want any candid shots of me while I’m on my vacation.” Kyuhyun merely shrugged cockily and while looking straight at Sungmin whose head was now down.
“What the fuck Kyuhyun. He’s Lee Sungmin!” Eunhyuk snapped before starting the engine.
Donghae sighed and pat Sungmin’s back and said, “I don’t know why he’s acting this way but let’s just talk about this when we get to the resort. I’m sure he’s just tired.” He then smiled as if giving comfort to Sungmin.
They were in the middle of the ride and none of them spoke. Awkwardness was floating around inside the car.
Eunhyuk, the one who was driving sensed the need to initiate a conversation. He then looked at Donghae who was beside him as if asking for help and the latter could only smile knowingly.
“By the way guys! This resort we’re going to is a private one where we can hang out without any disturbance from the media!” Eunhyuk enthusiastically told the other three and received a nod from Donghae, a smile from Sungmin from the passenger seats and a reply from Kyuhyun which goes, “Any place where I can rest. I’m exhausted and the only thing I want to do now is to sleep.” And then went back on playing his PSP.
Sungmin looked at the boy who was beside him. The boy who has been so closed to him since prep-school was now a man. A hot one at that. But his attitude he was showing now was not what Sungmin was expecting at all.
What happened?
It was ten in the evening when the four of them, Eunhyuk, Donghae, Kyuhyun (was forced to come) and Sungmin decided to go out on the bar and party all night.
Eunhyuk and Donghae were out on the dance floor dancing their hearts out while Kyuhyun and Sungmin were stuck with each other.
“So, hey. Sungjin.” Kyuhyun called out.
“It’s Sungmin.” Sungmin immediately looked at Kyuhyun; not really minding whether Kyuhyun called out a wrong name because he was too happy that Kyuhyun was finally going to speak to him.
“Whatever. Listen, can you get me a beer or something?” Kyuhyun demanded which Sungmin happily obeyed.
After getting the beer, Sungmin came back seeing Kyuhyun hooking up with some girl at the club. At first, he forced himself to stay calm as possible and handed the beer to Kyuhyun receiving a ‘Thanks’ and sat down beside him-with this girl-hell, they were almost glued to each other until Eunhyuk and Donghae came and saw the scene, they faced each other with an unpleasant expression.
“What is this?” Donghae started.
“What? I can’t flirt with girls?” Kyuhyun retorted.
“Yes! Especially beside Sungmin!” Eunhyuk added.
Sungmin didn’t even moved an inch, he was just bowing his head not facing anyone of them; he didn’t want to be seen on the verge of tears again after the airport incident this afternoon.
Bidding goodbye with the girl, Kyuhyun went to face the two men.
“Why are you guys so worked up when it comes with this guy?!” Kyuhyun snapped.
“Fuck you. ‘This guy’ you’re talking about was the one who supported you all the way even when you left him five years ago!” Eunhyuk was about to punch Kyuhyun in the face when Donghae stopped him.
“Stop. Let’s just…go home.” Sungmin finally stood up; wiping his tears, he went outside the bar followed by Eunhyuk and Donghae.
And Kyuhyun was left alone.
He deserved it. He thought.
[Kyu. Don’t you think it was rather harsh?] Ryewook said over the phone. Yesung and Ryeowook were Kyuhyun’s band mates in K.R.Y. and also his closest friends after their debut in Japan five years ago after leaving from Korea.
“Yes. Yes it is. This is how I wanted it to be Ryeowook.” Kyuhyun replied with a grin on his face.
[Wai--] Ryewook was cut off when Yesung stole the phone in Ryeowook’s hand.
[Hey buddy. Listen. I know you want revenge but wouldn’t it be better if you just fly into his arms and confess your undying love for him?] Yesung said with a smile on his lips.
“Tell that to someone who gives a fuck. I’m hanging up.” Kyuhyun grunted.
[No! Wait! Seriously. Stop hurting yourself Kyuhyun. I don’t want you to regret it at the end. We all know you still love hi-]
At that, Kyuhyun hang up leaving Yesung and Ryeowook in awe.
He sighed as his memories were coming to him one by one.
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“Kyuhyun!~” Sungmin called Kyuhyun from somewhere behind and the latter excitedly turned to see the smiling face he has been anticipating every day.
And there it was. The smile that could only be for Kyuhyun and the boy that as if was made for Kyuhyun.
“Sungmin!” Kyuhun ran into his best friend and gave him a warm hug.
“How was your practice in Martial arts?” Kyuhyun asked. “It went great! Coach said I’m getting better and better every time!” Sungmin answered rather actively followed by “And how was your singing lessons?”
Kyuhyun could only nod and say “It went great as well.” Kyuhyun offered his right arm which Sungmin happily tugged and walked their way home together. Kyuhyun lived a few blocks away so he didn’t have a hard time walking Sungmin home.
“I can’t believe we’re graduating next week.” Kyuhyun merely sighed. “I’m going to miss you.”
Sungmin giggled and gently punched Kyuhyun in the arm. “My house is not that far away from yours Kyu. And besides, when the time comes that you’d become a super star, I’ll be the one to clap the loudest, cheer for you the loudest and even sing with you the loudest!”
‘I can’t wait.’ Kyuhyun mumbled but not as audible.
“Okay. We’re here. See you tomorrow Kyu!~” Sungmin gave Kyuhyun a flying kiss and went inside their house.
“Right, at the day of our graduation. I’m going to confess.” Humming, Kyuhyun then walked his way home.
It was the day of their graduation and most of the students were crying. White roses were scattered all over the floor and parents were congratulating one another.
But Kyuhyun needed to find Sungmin fast. He needed to tell how he truly feels. How he felt every time Sungmin would call out his name. How he felt every time Sungmin would hold his hands. How he felt every time Sungmin would tease him playfully. He needed to tell how he felt about all of them.
And then he found him. Sungmin, beautifully covered with his white graduating gown.
Kyuhyun wasn’t able to hide his flushed face after seeing Sungmin’s smile while holding a bouquet of flowers. It was a perfect picture.
Until one guy kissed Sungmin and what made Kyuhyun puffed was that he saw Sungmin kissed back.
What was happening?!
Why was Sungmin kissing that guy they all called Siwon? Kyuhyun’s world shattered as well as his heart. Silently, he was falling into a deep dark pit. No one knew. No one has to know.
“I love you! You won’t regret this Sungmin! I love you so much!” He heard Siwon shouting proudly that Sungmin ‘finally’ said ‘yes’.
So Siwon was courting Sungmin all this time? How come Kyuhyun didn’t know about this?
That was it.
The next thing Kyuhyun realized was that he was booking a flight to Japan to pursue his dream of becoming a singer and left Korea. Left Sungmin and left his feelings for him. At least he thought he did…
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It’s been two days since they stayed at the private resort and both Eunhyuk and Donghae enjoyed every bit of it. It’s also been two days since Kyuhyun haven’t talked to Sungmin. Hell, they were practically avoiding each other.
“Whoah! Sorry. I uhh-“ Kyuhyun was about to take a shower when he saw Sungmin wrapping a towel on the lower part of his body. Sungmin chuckled at the reaction Kyuhyun has made and mumbled the words “It’s okay” and that he was just about to leave anyway. But Kyuhyun noticed an ugly scar at the back of Sungmin’s left shoulder.
“What happened to that?” Pointing at Sungmin’s scar, Kyuhyun cleared his throat after realizing that his voice was telling that he was very much concerned with Sungmin.
“Oh. Long story.” Sungmin merely smiled and left the room; giving Kyuhyun his space that he thought the latter wanted.
Kyuhyun’s face was blank at first but came up with what he thought was a great idea.
“Hey Sungmin wait up!” Kyuhyun rushed out of the bathroom and chased after Sungmin who was about to go inside his room.
“Can you help me with my shopping later?” Kyuhyun curled up his lips.
“Uhh-S-Sure! Of course I can.” Sungmin cursed himself for stuttering every time he spoke to Kyuhyun.
Few minutes later, both Sungmin and Kyuhyun went to the mall to go shopping.
“Oh! That’s it! Wait here Sungmin!” Kyuhyun smiled and left Sungmin in front of a boutique as he went inside alone. He merely stayed inside for half an hour making Sungmin wait for him outside.
A petty prank, indeed. But it was still fun for Kyuhyun.
After practically trying everything, Kyuhyun ended up buying a simple t-shirt and went outside to see Sungmin. He was rather surprised at how Sungmin was still smiling at him after what he did to him.
Ok. This would be the last one. He thought while grinning inwardly.
He then went inside to another shop making Sungmin wait. But this time, it’ll be for an hour.
Kyuhyun was simply sitting there; making himself feel at home while there he was. Sungmin. Standing outside like a fool waiting for his master to go outside and follow him wherever he goes.
He panicked when he couldn’t see Kyuhyun inside the boutique. He went inside but there was really no sign of Kyuhyun and so he went outside to search for him. From the ground floor to the highest one. He even searched up every bathroom inside the mall but he really couldn’t see Kyuhyun. He was panting hard. He shouldn’t be tiring himself but he needed to find Kyuhyun!
He then went outside the mall and tried to look for Kyuhyun but ended up being lost; after a long walk, he noticed a bunch of guys were checking him out and following him wherever he went.
“Hey there gorgeous! Want to have some fun?” One of the guys shouted from the back. Sungmin felt shivers all over his body as he tried to walk faster trying to escape from those men.
He heard them laughing. Calling him names he didn’t even understand but he kept on running and running until he got tired. He was barely breathing when he realized that it was the dead-end; he then decided to stop and face them. Regretting it the minute he realized that there were five of them and only one of him. He couldn’t simply win over them.
When one guy tried to attack him, Sungmin took a deep breath. Preparing his body for the pain he might encounter by defensing himself.
After two strong kicks and two punches from Sungmin, three of the guys were already sleeping at the hard surface of the ground.
Two more to go. Just when he was about to attack one of them, the distinct pain he felt three years ago came back. Unable to move, Sungmin was grabbed by the arm and was punched right at the abdomen.
“You little slut!” Screamed the guy who punched him a while ago. Sungmin was pushed downward and received countless slaps from the guy who went on top of him. Whimpering from the pain, he felt two cold hands pulling down his pants when a familiar voice rang through his ears and straight to his heart.
“What do you think you’re doing? You bastards!” Sungmin couldn’t see what Kyuhyun’s reaction was for his eyes were clouded with tears. He then felt the man on top of him being pulled upward and saw him collapsing beside him.
When Kyuhyun helped Sungmin to stand up; he felt Sungmin shaking beneath his palms.
“I-“ Sungmin was about to thank Kyuhyun when the latter cut him off.
“What the hell were you thinking?! You’re such an idiot! Why didn’t you defend yourself?!” Sungmin was shocked at the insulting remarks Kyuhyun was giving him.
Why didn’t you use your martial art skills?! He stopped himself from asking the question.
“You’re so stupid! Why did you leave the mall alone when you’re not even familiar with the place?! God, Sungmin! I didn’t know you could be this stup-“ And then he felt it. The hard slap Sungmin gave him right in the face.
The next thing Kyuhyun realized was that Sungmin was already taking a cab. He felt regretful the moment Sungmin slapped him in the face. He didn’t really mean saying all that. He was just…
I was just dead worried.
Seeing Donghae and Eunhyuk at the bar, Kyuhyun felt the urge to be tapped at the back by his two hyung. He didn’t know why. Maybe he just needed someone to comfort him for now.
He didn’t really mean on leaving Sungmin alone. But just when he was about to go out, Sungmin was already gone. He couldn’t find him anywhere around the mall so he decided to go out. Fortunately, someone saw him wandering around the streets; seeing him being touched by other men just sent his blood rushing through his veins. He felt disgusted.
“Oh. Hey buddy.” Eunhyuk greeted with a smile. “Where’s Sungmin? I thought he was with you?”
Hearing Sungmin’s name almost felt like a melody to his ears. “I think he went back to his room. We had a little fight.”
“Haish! Seriously you brat. How could you forget your best friend?! You really need to take care of him from now on.” Donghae said annoyingly.
“Why?” Kyuhyun raised his brow at what Donghae said.
“What? Even that you didn’t know?” Eunhyuk asked disbelievingly. “Hyukie. He wasn’t there when that happened! How could he know? Silly.” Donghae answered Eunhyuk smiling but then changed his expression into a rather serious one after shifting his attention to Kyuhyun.
“Okay. Since you missed out BIG TIME, we’re going to tell you everything FROM THE TIME YOU LEFT TO WHERE YOU ARE NOW.” Donghae said emphasizing every word.
Kyuhyun merely nodded and sat on the chair like a good boy.
“Alright, here it goes. The day after you left, Sungmin went around the town to search for you. But then you texted US-Not Sungmin who was desperately looking for you-that you went straight to Japan right after our graduation day.” Donghae started. And Eunhyuk was the one to continue.
“And so we told Sungmin where you were and he was just…” Eunhyuk had to stop in order to find the right words to say. “Devastated. He didn’t know what to do after you left. He couldn’t eat, sleep, hell! He couldn’t even take a shower for a week! That’s how messed up he was after you left him.”
“Yeah, and remember the time you called Eunhyuk and you said you were about to launch your very first album in Japan? I immediately called Sungmin on the phone and boy, if you only heard how cheerful his voice was...” Donghae took a pause. Remembering how he missed the lively voice of their best friend. “He said not to hang the phone up until he got to our house and talk to you himself but just when he was about to cross the street…he…” Kyuhyun saw Donghae almost tearing up recollecting the memory. “He was running fast and didn’t even notice the green light…and well, he got into an accident.”
“T-The scar…” Kyuhyun mumbled.
“Oh, That…that was the scar he got from the accident. He couldn’t talk for three days Kyu! Three fucking days! He was so shocked after the accident.” Eunhyuk was raising his voice and Donghae had to stop him from breaking out.
“And your name, Kyu. It was the first word that came out of Sungmin’s mouth after not talking for three days… We tried to contact you because Sungmin basically kept on looking for you when he’s asleep but you were just so busy with all your projects there.” Donghae continued. Rubbing his eyes in order to hide his tears, he kept on telling Kyuhyun what happened for five years he was gone despite the aching throat.
“A-actually, a while ago he was attacked by a bunch of guys outside the mall, he couldn’t defend himself. Wh-what happened? Did he quit martial arts too?” Kyuhyun was completely shaking at what he was hearing.
“Well, not that he quit voluntarily though. He was forced to. After the accident, the doctor said there were several muscles that couldn’t be overused so Sungmin’s coach decided to let him go. That was the time when Sungmin’s world completely crushed into pieces.” Kyuhyun couldn’t speak. He didn’t know what to say anymore. But there’s still one thing he needed to know.
“W-What about Siwon? I thought Siwon and Sungmin were together whe-“ Donghae interrupted Kyuhyun from asking.
“They broke up two weeks after you left. Siwon tried to bring Sungmin back to his own track but he couldn’t. Simply because he wasn’t the one Sungmin needed. So he gave up. He was so nice for making Sungmin realize that he was in love with you though.”
Kyuhyun’s heart skipped a beat after hearing the last words.
“Yes, Kyu, he was in love with you. You asshole.” Donghae merely sighed.
“B-but why did he said ‘yes’ to Siwon?” Kyuhyun still couldn’t register to his mind all the information right now. Not even noticing that he just confessed that he knew Sungmin right from the beginning.
“I don’t know, probably because of security. He knew that you’d leave him someday to pursue your singing career and maybe he was just afraid of being left alone-which actually happened.” Donghae shrugged.
Kyuhyun’s throat was already aching as he was preventing himself from crying. Why was he hearing all this just now? After all these five years of bitterness, there was Sungmin. Waiting for him to come back.
He cursed himself for not being there when Sungmin needed him the most. He cursed himself for even trying to hurt Sungmin. And he cursed himself for focusing on his own resentment.
He was sorry. So sorry that the only thing he could do was to bow his head and cry.
The conversation was interrupted by a text message on Donghae’s phone.
“Oh, speaking of. Sungmin texted me.” Wiping his tears, Donghae’s lips parted by what he just read.
“Well? What does it say?” Eunhyuk asked. Kyuhyun, patiently waiting for the response.
“H-he went back to the city. He said there was no point of meeting Kyuhyun anymore. And…he was about to meet Siwon there.” Kyuhyun gasped at what Donghae said.
“No way! Don’t tell me he…” Eunhyuk couldn’t bring himself from saying it and made Kyuhyun all the more curious.
“What? He what?” Kyuhyun was now annoyed for he couldn’t understand where his two hyung were coming from.
“Eunhyuk. Get the car.” Eunhyuk nodded and went out of the bar to get the engine running. “What the heck is going on?” Kyuhyun was still confused.
“It’s Sungmin. A week before you came back here, Siwon and Sungmin made an agreement that if Sungmin couldn’t get you back, he’ll marry Siwon within 24 hours! Now hurry!” As soon as Donghae explained everything to him, Kyuhyun abruptly went inside the car along with Eunhyuk and Donghae and drove off to Seoul.
“Ready?” Siwon smiled and offered his hand to Sungmin. Sungmin merely nodded and accepted Siwon’s hand.
“Sungmin, I-“
“STOP! WAIT!” Both Siwon and Sungmin looked back at the man who disturbed their conversation.
“Kyuhyun?” Sungmin asked disbelievingly. “What do you want?”
“Listen, I-I’m sorry! I didn’t mean to! I was just really mad at you at first but then I just. I know. I mean..gah!“ Kyuhun scratched his head and ran into Sungmin and kissed the hell out of the latter.
Sungmin loved the sudden action of the younger but he didn’t really understand what Kyuhyun was saying so he pushed the younger gently.
“What were you saying?” Sungmin asked.
“I said I was sorry. I’m sorry I pretended I didn’t know you. I’m sorry for making you wait and I’m sorry for hurting you. I just…I just want my best friend back.” Kyuhyun didn’t wait for Sungmin’s reply and softly let go of Sungmin’s thighs and went straight to face Siwon.
“Listen. You had him five years ago but I’m not gonna let you have him again. He’s mine and mine alone you hear me?” Siwon who was wearing a confused at the same time surprised expression, smiled and sighed. He looked at Sungmin and said “Call me when you need me.” And Sungmin nodded as a ‘yes’.
“Sungmin, please don’t’get married with Siwon.” Kyuhyun pulled Sungmin close to him and was about to give him another kiss when Sungmin stopped him midway and asked a question that made Kyuhyun part his lips in surprise.
“Who said anything about getting married?”
Kyuhyun looked at his two hyung; Eunhyuk who was now whistling and looking at the stars and Donghae practicing some dance steps all smiled vigorously.
‘Those bastards.’ Kyuhyun muttered to himself. ‘So it was all an act?’
“Okay. What’s going on you two?” Sungmin asked his two friends; hands resting on his waist waiting for an answer.
“Nothing. We just…made him realize how an asshole he was for making you suffer for five years that’s all.” Eunhyuk and Donghae merely shrugged.
“You even told him about the accident?” Sungmin still asked. And the two just nodded. Sungmin sighed and faced Kyuhyun.
“I didn’t want to tell you because you might blame yourself.” Sungmin’s face was now full with concern and Kyuhyun had to look away to hide his blushing face but Sungmin reached for the taller male’s chin and made him face Sungmin.
“I’m sorry about what happened five years ago. I…I didn’t really mean to-“
“Me too, Sungmin. Me too. Will you give me another chance?” Kyuhyun sighed contentedly and hugged Sungmin tightly as if he didn’t want to let go and Sungmin hugged back; burying his face into Kyuhyun’s chest as if telling him ‘yes’. But Kyuhyun pushed him after a while and raised his brow suspiciously.
“Why were you holding Siwon’s hand a while ago?” Sungmin giggled at how adorable his best friend was when jealous.
“He was just supporting me because I couldn’t walk properly. I actually used my last shot in martial arts a while ago when I was attacked and my muscles needed a little treatment.”
“And the text about there’s no point in meeting me?” Kyuhyun still wouldn’t let go of Sungmin’s waist.
“What? I didn’t say that. Yes, I texted Donghae. I said I was going to meet up with Siwon here because he happened to be my doctor. But I never told them that there’s no point in meeting you.” Kyuhyun shot a glare at Donghae and Eunhyuk who were both standing against the car and winked at him.
‘Your doctor huh.’ Kyuhyun said beneath his breath.
“Hey. You two!” Kyuhyun, pointing at Eunhyuk and Donghae. “You knew something right from the start didn’t you?! How?!”
“Well…we have some reliable sources.” Then the two looked at each other and smiled.
That was odd. The only people that knew Kyuhyun’s plans were…
“Y-Yesung and Ryeowook?” Kyuhyun huffed at the realization that hit him in the face. “You guys know them?!”
“You never asked.” Laughing, Eunhyuk and Donghae high fived each other for a job well done.
“A-and Sungmin?” Kyuhyun looked at the laughing Sungmin.
“I didn’t know until they called me a while ago.” Sungmin who was giggling felt a little guilty though.
“Oh man…” Kyuhyun groaned in disbelief.
“Hey! Kyu! Should we tell Sungmin how remorsefully you’ve been calling out his name when you’re asleep?! We have our reliable sources! AHAHAHAHAHA”
“Fuck you.” Kyuhyun was about to catch the running friends when Sungmin pulled him for a deep kiss and whispered “I love you” against his lips.
“I love you too. But listen. I need to catch those fucking bastards. Go check on Siwon. You need a rest.” Kyuhyun then winked and ran as fast as he could to catch the two friends of his.
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A/N: Here is my first entry in KyuMin for Dessert! Hope I can post more >
Pairing: KyuMin, EunHae
Disclaimer: I don’t own any of the characters
Genre: Angst, Romance, Drama
Rating: General
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His palms were sweating. His heart was beating wildly that he can feel it over his throat. He was shaking.
And then he finally saw him. Amidst the thousands of fan girls around the airport he could only see one guy that made the violent heart stop and beat even faster all the same time.
“H-he’s here..oh guys he’s here!! He’s really here!” He tugged Eunhyuk as if pleading to stop him before he could do something to the guy who was strolling at the center of the crowd along with his bodyguards.
“We know Sungmin. He’s here. Relax will you?” Eunhyuk along with Donghae were smiling at their friend as a sign of comfort and Eunhyuk called unto the man who was bowing his head to avoid any candid shots from the paparazzi.
“Kyuhyun! Hey! Kyu! Over here!” Kyuhyun heard a distinct voice from the crowd and tilted his head towards that direction.
“Hyung!” Kyuhyun immediately ran into Eunhyuk and Donghae. Giving Eunhyuk a high five and receiving a friendly tap from Donghae as the three of them shared smiles after a long five years of not having seen each other.
“How are you man? You’ve grown so tall!” Eunhyuk said. “Not to mention famous, Kyu!” Donghae added. Kyuhyun merely laughed at how still energetic these two guys after all these years.
Sungmin on the other hand, was silently crying at the back; still could not believe that he could finally meet his long lost best friend after five years of waiting.
“Hey Sungmin! Come here now.” Hearing Sungmin’s name being called by Eunhyuk, Kyuhyun abruptly gazed at the sobbing man who was about to approach them.
“H-hi Kyuhyun…” Sungmin felt embarrassed at how he stupidly greeted Kyuhyun between his sobs.
“I’m sorry, but who are you?” Kyuhyun asked in a stern face which made the other three gaped at him as if they saw a criminal or something.
“What?” Sungmin stopped sobbing after hearing Kyuhyun’s question.
“I’m asking who you are. Do you happen to be a fan of mine as well?” Kyuhyun slightly frowned. He certainly didn’t want to repeat himself.
“Y-you’re kidding right? He’s Sungmin! Lee Sungmin! Is this some kind of a joke Kyuhyun? Because it’s not funny.” Eunhyuk asked him disbelievingly while Donghae was just standing there; hands on his waist impatiently waiting for Kyuhyun’s reply.
“Remember him? I don’t even know him hyung…” Kyuhyun said looking confused.
“Fine. Let’s sort this out later after we get to the rest house.” Donghae finally spoke and brought Kyuhyun’s luggage to Eunhyuk’s car.
“Sungmin. Hey! Let’s go.” Sungmin was still in a daze though. How could Kyuhyun forget? Is Sungmin really that easy to be forgotten?
“Wait. He’s coming with us?” Kyuhyun asked.
“Of course, Kyuhyun! He’s our best friend! How could you not remember him?” Donghae replied with an annoyed tone.
“Alright then, I just don’t want any candid shots of me while I’m on my vacation.” Kyuhyun merely shrugged cockily and while looking straight at Sungmin whose head was now down.
“What the fuck Kyuhyun. He’s Lee Sungmin!” Eunhyuk snapped before starting the engine.
Donghae sighed and pat Sungmin’s back and said, “I don’t know why he’s acting this way but let’s just talk about this when we get to the resort. I’m sure he’s just tired.” He then smiled as if giving comfort to Sungmin.
They were in the middle of the ride and none of them spoke. Awkwardness was floating around inside the car.
Eunhyuk, the one who was driving sensed the need to initiate a conversation. He then looked at Donghae who was beside him as if asking for help and the latter could only smile knowingly.
“By the way guys! This resort we’re going to is a private one where we can hang out without any disturbance from the media!” Eunhyuk enthusiastically told the other three and received a nod from Donghae, a smile from Sungmin from the passenger seats and a reply from Kyuhyun which goes, “Any place where I can rest. I’m exhausted and the only thing I want to do now is to sleep.” And then went back on playing his PSP.
Sungmin looked at the boy who was beside him. The boy who has been so closed to him since prep-school was now a man. A hot one at that. But his attitude he was showing now was not what Sungmin was expecting at all.
What happened?
It was ten in the evening when the four of them, Eunhyuk, Donghae, Kyuhyun (was forced to come) and Sungmin decided to go out on the bar and party all night.
Eunhyuk and Donghae were out on the dance floor dancing their hearts out while Kyuhyun and Sungmin were stuck with each other.
“So, hey. Sungjin.” Kyuhyun called out.
“It’s Sungmin.” Sungmin immediately looked at Kyuhyun; not really minding whether Kyuhyun called out a wrong name because he was too happy that Kyuhyun was finally going to speak to him.
“Whatever. Listen, can you get me a beer or something?” Kyuhyun demanded which Sungmin happily obeyed.
After getting the beer, Sungmin came back seeing Kyuhyun hooking up with some girl at the club. At first, he forced himself to stay calm as possible and handed the beer to Kyuhyun receiving a ‘Thanks’ and sat down beside him-with this girl-hell, they were almost glued to each other until Eunhyuk and Donghae came and saw the scene, they faced each other with an unpleasant expression.
“What is this?” Donghae started.
“What? I can’t flirt with girls?” Kyuhyun retorted.
“Yes! Especially beside Sungmin!” Eunhyuk added.
Sungmin didn’t even moved an inch, he was just bowing his head not facing anyone of them; he didn’t want to be seen on the verge of tears again after the airport incident this afternoon.
Bidding goodbye with the girl, Kyuhyun went to face the two men.
“Why are you guys so worked up when it comes with this guy?!” Kyuhyun snapped.
“Fuck you. ‘This guy’ you’re talking about was the one who supported you all the way even when you left him five years ago!” Eunhyuk was about to punch Kyuhyun in the face when Donghae stopped him.
“Stop. Let’s just…go home.” Sungmin finally stood up; wiping his tears, he went outside the bar followed by Eunhyuk and Donghae.
And Kyuhyun was left alone.
He deserved it. He thought.
[Kyu. Don’t you think it was rather harsh?] Ryewook said over the phone. Yesung and Ryeowook were Kyuhyun’s band mates in K.R.Y. and also his closest friends after their debut in Japan five years ago after leaving from Korea.
“Yes. Yes it is. This is how I wanted it to be Ryeowook.” Kyuhyun replied with a grin on his face.
[Wai--] Ryewook was cut off when Yesung stole the phone in Ryeowook’s hand.
[Hey buddy. Listen. I know you want revenge but wouldn’t it be better if you just fly into his arms and confess your undying love for him?] Yesung said with a smile on his lips.
“Tell that to someone who gives a fuck. I’m hanging up.” Kyuhyun grunted.
[No! Wait! Seriously. Stop hurting yourself Kyuhyun. I don’t want you to regret it at the end. We all know you still love hi-]
At that, Kyuhyun hang up leaving Yesung and Ryeowook in awe.
He sighed as his memories were coming to him one by one.
***
“Kyuhyun!~” Sungmin called Kyuhyun from somewhere behind and the latter excitedly turned to see the smiling face he has been anticipating every day.
And there it was. The smile that could only be for Kyuhyun and the boy that as if was made for Kyuhyun.
“Sungmin!” Kyuhun ran into his best friend and gave him a warm hug.
“How was your practice in Martial arts?” Kyuhyun asked. “It went great! Coach said I’m getting better and better every time!” Sungmin answered rather actively followed by “And how was your singing lessons?”
Kyuhyun could only nod and say “It went great as well.” Kyuhyun offered his right arm which Sungmin happily tugged and walked their way home together. Kyuhyun lived a few blocks away so he didn’t have a hard time walking Sungmin home.
“I can’t believe we’re graduating next week.” Kyuhyun merely sighed. “I’m going to miss you.”
Sungmin giggled and gently punched Kyuhyun in the arm. “My house is not that far away from yours Kyu. And besides, when the time comes that you’d become a super star, I’ll be the one to clap the loudest, cheer for you the loudest and even sing with you the loudest!”
‘I can’t wait.’ Kyuhyun mumbled but not as audible.
“Okay. We’re here. See you tomorrow Kyu!~” Sungmin gave Kyuhyun a flying kiss and went inside their house.
“Right, at the day of our graduation. I’m going to confess.” Humming, Kyuhyun then walked his way home.
It was the day of their graduation and most of the students were crying. White roses were scattered all over the floor and parents were congratulating one another.
But Kyuhyun needed to find Sungmin fast. He needed to tell how he truly feels. How he felt every time Sungmin would call out his name. How he felt every time Sungmin would hold his hands. How he felt every time Sungmin would tease him playfully. He needed to tell how he felt about all of them.
And then he found him. Sungmin, beautifully covered with his white graduating gown.
Kyuhyun wasn’t able to hide his flushed face after seeing Sungmin’s smile while holding a bouquet of flowers. It was a perfect picture.
Until one guy kissed Sungmin and what made Kyuhyun puffed was that he saw Sungmin kissed back.
What was happening?!
Why was Sungmin kissing that guy they all called Siwon? Kyuhyun’s world shattered as well as his heart. Silently, he was falling into a deep dark pit. No one knew. No one has to know.
“I love you! You won’t regret this Sungmin! I love you so much!” He heard Siwon shouting proudly that Sungmin ‘finally’ said ‘yes’.
So Siwon was courting Sungmin all this time? How come Kyuhyun didn’t know about this?
That was it.
The next thing Kyuhyun realized was that he was booking a flight to Japan to pursue his dream of becoming a singer and left Korea. Left Sungmin and left his feelings for him. At least he thought he did…
***
It’s been two days since they stayed at the private resort and both Eunhyuk and Donghae enjoyed every bit of it. It’s also been two days since Kyuhyun haven’t talked to Sungmin. Hell, they were practically avoiding each other.
“Whoah! Sorry. I uhh-“ Kyuhyun was about to take a shower when he saw Sungmin wrapping a towel on the lower part of his body. Sungmin chuckled at the reaction Kyuhyun has made and mumbled the words “It’s okay” and that he was just about to leave anyway. But Kyuhyun noticed an ugly scar at the back of Sungmin’s left shoulder.
“What happened to that?” Pointing at Sungmin’s scar, Kyuhyun cleared his throat after realizing that his voice was telling that he was very much concerned with Sungmin.
“Oh. Long story.” Sungmin merely smiled and left the room; giving Kyuhyun his space that he thought the latter wanted.
Kyuhyun’s face was blank at first but came up with what he thought was a great idea.
“Hey Sungmin wait up!” Kyuhyun rushed out of the bathroom and chased after Sungmin who was about to go inside his room.
“Can you help me with my shopping later?” Kyuhyun curled up his lips.
“Uhh-S-Sure! Of course I can.” Sungmin cursed himself for stuttering every time he spoke to Kyuhyun.
Few minutes later, both Sungmin and Kyuhyun went to the mall to go shopping.
“Oh! That’s it! Wait here Sungmin!” Kyuhyun smiled and left Sungmin in front of a boutique as he went inside alone. He merely stayed inside for half an hour making Sungmin wait for him outside.
A petty prank, indeed. But it was still fun for Kyuhyun.
After practically trying everything, Kyuhyun ended up buying a simple t-shirt and went outside to see Sungmin. He was rather surprised at how Sungmin was still smiling at him after what he did to him.
Ok. This would be the last one. He thought while grinning inwardly.
He then went inside to another shop making Sungmin wait. But this time, it’ll be for an hour.
Kyuhyun was simply sitting there; making himself feel at home while there he was. Sungmin. Standing outside like a fool waiting for his master to go outside and follow him wherever he goes.
He panicked when he couldn’t see Kyuhyun inside the boutique. He went inside but there was really no sign of Kyuhyun and so he went outside to search for him. From the ground floor to the highest one. He even searched up every bathroom inside the mall but he really couldn’t see Kyuhyun. He was panting hard. He shouldn’t be tiring himself but he needed to find Kyuhyun!
He then went outside the mall and tried to look for Kyuhyun but ended up being lost; after a long walk, he noticed a bunch of guys were checking him out and following him wherever he went.
“Hey there gorgeous! Want to have some fun?” One of the guys shouted from the back. Sungmin felt shivers all over his body as he tried to walk faster trying to escape from those men.
He heard them laughing. Calling him names he didn’t even understand but he kept on running and running until he got tired. He was barely breathing when he realized that it was the dead-end; he then decided to stop and face them. Regretting it the minute he realized that there were five of them and only one of him. He couldn’t simply win over them.
When one guy tried to attack him, Sungmin took a deep breath. Preparing his body for the pain he might encounter by defensing himself.
After two strong kicks and two punches from Sungmin, three of the guys were already sleeping at the hard surface of the ground.
Two more to go. Just when he was about to attack one of them, the distinct pain he felt three years ago came back. Unable to move, Sungmin was grabbed by the arm and was punched right at the abdomen.
“You little slut!” Screamed the guy who punched him a while ago. Sungmin was pushed downward and received countless slaps from the guy who went on top of him. Whimpering from the pain, he felt two cold hands pulling down his pants when a familiar voice rang through his ears and straight to his heart.
“What do you think you’re doing? You bastards!” Sungmin couldn’t see what Kyuhyun’s reaction was for his eyes were clouded with tears. He then felt the man on top of him being pulled upward and saw him collapsing beside him.
When Kyuhyun helped Sungmin to stand up; he felt Sungmin shaking beneath his palms.
“I-“ Sungmin was about to thank Kyuhyun when the latter cut him off.
“What the hell were you thinking?! You’re such an idiot! Why didn’t you defend yourself?!” Sungmin was shocked at the insulting remarks Kyuhyun was giving him.
Why didn’t you use your martial art skills?! He stopped himself from asking the question.
“You’re so stupid! Why did you leave the mall alone when you’re not even familiar with the place?! God, Sungmin! I didn’t know you could be this stup-“ And then he felt it. The hard slap Sungmin gave him right in the face.
The next thing Kyuhyun realized was that Sungmin was already taking a cab. He felt regretful the moment Sungmin slapped him in the face. He didn’t really mean saying all that. He was just…
I was just dead worried.
Seeing Donghae and Eunhyuk at the bar, Kyuhyun felt the urge to be tapped at the back by his two hyung. He didn’t know why. Maybe he just needed someone to comfort him for now.
He didn’t really mean on leaving Sungmin alone. But just when he was about to go out, Sungmin was already gone. He couldn’t find him anywhere around the mall so he decided to go out. Fortunately, someone saw him wandering around the streets; seeing him being touched by other men just sent his blood rushing through his veins. He felt disgusted.
“Oh. Hey buddy.” Eunhyuk greeted with a smile. “Where’s Sungmin? I thought he was with you?”
Hearing Sungmin’s name almost felt like a melody to his ears. “I think he went back to his room. We had a little fight.”
“Haish! Seriously you brat. How could you forget your best friend?! You really need to take care of him from now on.” Donghae said annoyingly.
“Why?” Kyuhyun raised his brow at what Donghae said.
“What? Even that you didn’t know?” Eunhyuk asked disbelievingly. “Hyukie. He wasn’t there when that happened! How could he know? Silly.” Donghae answered Eunhyuk smiling but then changed his expression into a rather serious one after shifting his attention to Kyuhyun.
“Okay. Since you missed out BIG TIME, we’re going to tell you everything FROM THE TIME YOU LEFT TO WHERE YOU ARE NOW.” Donghae said emphasizing every word.
Kyuhyun merely nodded and sat on the chair like a good boy.
“Alright, here it goes. The day after you left, Sungmin went around the town to search for you. But then you texted US-Not Sungmin who was desperately looking for you-that you went straight to Japan right after our graduation day.” Donghae started. And Eunhyuk was the one to continue.
“And so we told Sungmin where you were and he was just…” Eunhyuk had to stop in order to find the right words to say. “Devastated. He didn’t know what to do after you left. He couldn’t eat, sleep, hell! He couldn’t even take a shower for a week! That’s how messed up he was after you left him.”
“Yeah, and remember the time you called Eunhyuk and you said you were about to launch your very first album in Japan? I immediately called Sungmin on the phone and boy, if you only heard how cheerful his voice was...” Donghae took a pause. Remembering how he missed the lively voice of their best friend. “He said not to hang the phone up until he got to our house and talk to you himself but just when he was about to cross the street…he…” Kyuhyun saw Donghae almost tearing up recollecting the memory. “He was running fast and didn’t even notice the green light…and well, he got into an accident.”
“T-The scar…” Kyuhyun mumbled.
“Oh, That…that was the scar he got from the accident. He couldn’t talk for three days Kyu! Three fucking days! He was so shocked after the accident.” Eunhyuk was raising his voice and Donghae had to stop him from breaking out.
“And your name, Kyu. It was the first word that came out of Sungmin’s mouth after not talking for three days… We tried to contact you because Sungmin basically kept on looking for you when he’s asleep but you were just so busy with all your projects there.” Donghae continued. Rubbing his eyes in order to hide his tears, he kept on telling Kyuhyun what happened for five years he was gone despite the aching throat.
“A-actually, a while ago he was attacked by a bunch of guys outside the mall, he couldn’t defend himself. Wh-what happened? Did he quit martial arts too?” Kyuhyun was completely shaking at what he was hearing.
“Well, not that he quit voluntarily though. He was forced to. After the accident, the doctor said there were several muscles that couldn’t be overused so Sungmin’s coach decided to let him go. That was the time when Sungmin’s world completely crushed into pieces.” Kyuhyun couldn’t speak. He didn’t know what to say anymore. But there’s still one thing he needed to know.
“W-What about Siwon? I thought Siwon and Sungmin were together whe-“ Donghae interrupted Kyuhyun from asking.
“They broke up two weeks after you left. Siwon tried to bring Sungmin back to his own track but he couldn’t. Simply because he wasn’t the one Sungmin needed. So he gave up. He was so nice for making Sungmin realize that he was in love with you though.”
Kyuhyun’s heart skipped a beat after hearing the last words.
“Yes, Kyu, he was in love with you. You asshole.” Donghae merely sighed.
“B-but why did he said ‘yes’ to Siwon?” Kyuhyun still couldn’t register to his mind all the information right now. Not even noticing that he just confessed that he knew Sungmin right from the beginning.
“I don’t know, probably because of security. He knew that you’d leave him someday to pursue your singing career and maybe he was just afraid of being left alone-which actually happened.” Donghae shrugged.
Kyuhyun’s throat was already aching as he was preventing himself from crying. Why was he hearing all this just now? After all these five years of bitterness, there was Sungmin. Waiting for him to come back.
He cursed himself for not being there when Sungmin needed him the most. He cursed himself for even trying to hurt Sungmin. And he cursed himself for focusing on his own resentment.
He was sorry. So sorry that the only thing he could do was to bow his head and cry.
The conversation was interrupted by a text message on Donghae’s phone.
“Oh, speaking of. Sungmin texted me.” Wiping his tears, Donghae’s lips parted by what he just read.
“Well? What does it say?” Eunhyuk asked. Kyuhyun, patiently waiting for the response.
“H-he went back to the city. He said there was no point of meeting Kyuhyun anymore. And…he was about to meet Siwon there.” Kyuhyun gasped at what Donghae said.
“No way! Don’t tell me he…” Eunhyuk couldn’t bring himself from saying it and made Kyuhyun all the more curious.
“What? He what?” Kyuhyun was now annoyed for he couldn’t understand where his two hyung were coming from.
“Eunhyuk. Get the car.” Eunhyuk nodded and went out of the bar to get the engine running. “What the heck is going on?” Kyuhyun was still confused.
“It’s Sungmin. A week before you came back here, Siwon and Sungmin made an agreement that if Sungmin couldn’t get you back, he’ll marry Siwon within 24 hours! Now hurry!” As soon as Donghae explained everything to him, Kyuhyun abruptly went inside the car along with Eunhyuk and Donghae and drove off to Seoul.
“Ready?” Siwon smiled and offered his hand to Sungmin. Sungmin merely nodded and accepted Siwon’s hand.
“Sungmin, I-“
“STOP! WAIT!” Both Siwon and Sungmin looked back at the man who disturbed their conversation.
“Kyuhyun?” Sungmin asked disbelievingly. “What do you want?”
“Listen, I-I’m sorry! I didn’t mean to! I was just really mad at you at first but then I just. I know. I mean..gah!“ Kyuhun scratched his head and ran into Sungmin and kissed the hell out of the latter.
Sungmin loved the sudden action of the younger but he didn’t really understand what Kyuhyun was saying so he pushed the younger gently.
“What were you saying?” Sungmin asked.
“I said I was sorry. I’m sorry I pretended I didn’t know you. I’m sorry for making you wait and I’m sorry for hurting you. I just…I just want my best friend back.” Kyuhyun didn’t wait for Sungmin’s reply and softly let go of Sungmin’s thighs and went straight to face Siwon.
“Listen. You had him five years ago but I’m not gonna let you have him again. He’s mine and mine alone you hear me?” Siwon who was wearing a confused at the same time surprised expression, smiled and sighed. He looked at Sungmin and said “Call me when you need me.” And Sungmin nodded as a ‘yes’.
“Sungmin, please don’t’get married with Siwon.” Kyuhyun pulled Sungmin close to him and was about to give him another kiss when Sungmin stopped him midway and asked a question that made Kyuhyun part his lips in surprise.
“Who said anything about getting married?”
Kyuhyun looked at his two hyung; Eunhyuk who was now whistling and looking at the stars and Donghae practicing some dance steps all smiled vigorously.
‘Those bastards.’ Kyuhyun muttered to himself. ‘So it was all an act?’
“Okay. What’s going on you two?” Sungmin asked his two friends; hands resting on his waist waiting for an answer.
“Nothing. We just…made him realize how an asshole he was for making you suffer for five years that’s all.” Eunhyuk and Donghae merely shrugged.
“You even told him about the accident?” Sungmin still asked. And the two just nodded. Sungmin sighed and faced Kyuhyun.
“I didn’t want to tell you because you might blame yourself.” Sungmin’s face was now full with concern and Kyuhyun had to look away to hide his blushing face but Sungmin reached for the taller male’s chin and made him face Sungmin.
“I’m sorry about what happened five years ago. I…I didn’t really mean to-“
“Me too, Sungmin. Me too. Will you give me another chance?” Kyuhyun sighed contentedly and hugged Sungmin tightly as if he didn’t want to let go and Sungmin hugged back; burying his face into Kyuhyun’s chest as if telling him ‘yes’. But Kyuhyun pushed him after a while and raised his brow suspiciously.
“Why were you holding Siwon’s hand a while ago?” Sungmin giggled at how adorable his best friend was when jealous.
“He was just supporting me because I couldn’t walk properly. I actually used my last shot in martial arts a while ago when I was attacked and my muscles needed a little treatment.”
“And the text about there’s no point in meeting me?” Kyuhyun still wouldn’t let go of Sungmin’s waist.
“What? I didn’t say that. Yes, I texted Donghae. I said I was going to meet up with Siwon here because he happened to be my doctor. But I never told them that there’s no point in meeting you.” Kyuhyun shot a glare at Donghae and Eunhyuk who were both standing against the car and winked at him.
‘Your doctor huh.’ Kyuhyun said beneath his breath.
“Hey. You two!” Kyuhyun, pointing at Eunhyuk and Donghae. “You knew something right from the start didn’t you?! How?!”
“Well…we have some reliable sources.” Then the two looked at each other and smiled.
That was odd. The only people that knew Kyuhyun’s plans were…
“Y-Yesung and Ryeowook?” Kyuhyun huffed at the realization that hit him in the face. “You guys know them?!”
“You never asked.” Laughing, Eunhyuk and Donghae high fived each other for a job well done.
“A-and Sungmin?” Kyuhyun looked at the laughing Sungmin.
“I didn’t know until they called me a while ago.” Sungmin who was giggling felt a little guilty though.
“Oh man…” Kyuhyun groaned in disbelief.
“Hey! Kyu! Should we tell Sungmin how remorsefully you’ve been calling out his name when you’re asleep?! We have our reliable sources! AHAHAHAHAHA”
“Fuck you.” Kyuhyun was about to catch the running friends when Sungmin pulled him for a deep kiss and whispered “I love you” against his lips.
“I love you too. But listen. I need to catch those fucking bastards. Go check on Siwon. You need a rest.” Kyuhyun then winked and ran as fast as he could to catch the two friends of his.
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A/N: Here is my first entry in KyuMin for Dessert! Hope I can post more >