Butterfly metamorphosis[Chapter 2]
The clock beside Jaejoong’s bed almost shined: 7:43…
He shifted to the right side and blinked his tired eyes at the red numbers that pointed how late he was…
“Hmm…great…”he murmured, rubbing his eyes.Even though the school wasn’t that far away, he was sure that he wouldn’t make it in time.
Jaejoong pulled up into a sitting position and scratched his head.His hair was a mess, because he didn’t even bother to brush it after the bath he had the previous day.
He smiled lazily as he remembered the conversation on the phone with his friends.He talked to them last night until 2 in the morning and he was rather sure this was the reason he was going to be late. His only true friends were living in Seoul…
“Hello, I’d like to order a MINI pizza and Xiah seafood.Are they available?Jaejoong chuckled.
“Yes, of course sir, right away…JUNSU, IT’S JOONGIE ON THE PHONE, HE WANTS TO ORDER US IN BOXES OF FAST-FOOD AT HIS HOUSE…WHAT ABOUT IT???”the boy on he other line replied.
“Stupid, I can hear you, I’m on the other line...stop screaming like a crazy fucked-up parrot”.the one named Junsu answered.
“OMG, ARE YOU ON THE TOILET?”
“No, what the fuck Changmin,, I’m in the living-room…seesh, I wonder what’s in that sick mind of yours…again”, Junsu remarked sarcastically.
“Well, then, who flushed???”Changmin asked.
“Hehe, sorry guys, it was me, I had to throw some hair I cut .And, by the way, last time I checked, you didn’t have a telephone in the bathroom…”Jaejoong finally managed to say over the small fighting that silently started between his friends.
“Well, Joongie, very important things such as the toilet paper and the bathroom’s design changed since you have left.But, no worries, we are still the same^^” Changmin assured, his voice sounded like he was smiling.
“Yeah, it’s like still babysitting a retard that claims to be smarter than me…Jeez, I’m so sick of this.”
“You know, my dear Junsu, if you wouldn’t be such a HITLER-LIKE DICTATOR, maybe I would behave, But no~”
“GUYS!!!I called to hear my wonderful friends that I miss, not to hear crazy quarrels about a flushing toilet…”Jaejoong put an end to the quarrel, and then continued, not letting his friends apologize:
“How have you been?I guess you still live in the same apartment, as always.I hope you don’t fight like animals every day..”Jaejoong smirked, his heart swimming in happiness.
“AHHHHHH~WE LOVE YOU JOOONGIE”, both of his friends screamed.
“Uhmmm…guys?”five minutes have passed since they screamed and then they seemed to have started another fight about some spaghetti that they ordered and the suspicion that Changmin ate them all.
“JUNSU!CHANGMIN!”Jaejoong screamed angily.
*silence*
I have to tell you something important…There’s this bully at school…”and Jaejoong told them all about Yoochun and his monkey band.
“WHAT?!I’M GOING TO KICK THAT MOTHERFUCKER IN THE NUTS AND THEN PUT MY BIG ARMY OF NINJA TURTLES TO KILL HIS GANG, AND FEED THEM TO THE DINOSAURS I HIDE IN MY CLOSET, SO THEY WON’T EAT JUNSU!!!Changmin yelled, full of fury and anger, making Junsu and Jaejoong scared, and at the same time, a bit amused.
“I SWEAR, IF I EVER GET TO SEE THAT BASTARD I’M SO GOING TO FUCK HIM UNTIL HE DIES AND THEN I WOULD REVIVE HIM AND KILL HIM AGAIN, BURN HIM, AND THEN REVIVE HIM AGAIN AND BURN HIS BONES TOO!!now, Changmin was getting a bit -more- mad.
“It’s fine Changmin, you don’t have to say that…”Junsu tried to calm the one that kept screaming insults and things about cows and brontosaurs fucking Yuuchun.
“HOW COULD IT BE FINE, JUNSU???!!!THOSE GUYS ARE PICKING ON OUR JOONGIE AND YOU JUST WANT ME TO STAY AND DO NOTHING?I’M GOING TO KILL THOSE INDIAN MONKEYS AND STICK THEIR RED BUTS OUT THE WINDOWS!!!
“Uhm…Mini?”Jaejoong said, a bit unsure.
“WHAT?!”Changmin yelled, but realized it was Jaejoong and apologized.
“It’s ok.Come on, calm down.I have school tomorrow and it’s already 2AM.You’d better calm down and then give Junsu a properly axplanation about those dinosaurs in your closet, ok?And Junsu, please be nice to him.”Jaejoong said, like a loving and carring mother, waiting for their confirmation.
“Yes mom~”the other two said in unison.
“Ok, it was nice to talk to you guys, I really missed you!!!”Jaejoong said and hung up.
I wonder if he’s going to be fine”Changmin wondered loud, while Junsu came and hugged him to calm him down.
Jaejoong put on a light coat and ran like a tiger despite the fact that his stomach was growling like a hungry elephant because he didn’t have breakfast.
‘Okay only 3 minutes...' His speed increased and entered the high school yard that was full of smoking weirdos.
He breathed deeply and walked more leisurely, ignoring those freaks’ mad and lusty stares that looked like a big group of wolves that wanted to eat him.
'I'm not going to back away now...' Jaejoong reminded himself as he pushed the door handle, at first unsure, but then firmly.
The radiating light engulfed his eyes, making him stop in his tracks. But it didn't take too long for him to make out the figures in his classroom. 'So he hasn't come yet...'
Jaejoong took a few steps and dropped himself next to the cute guy who was the cause of the fight between TOP and Yoochun the previous evening; Top was there too, staring at them with a confused look.
“Hi. I hope you remember me, we didn't have a chance to talk yesterday. What's your name?Oh by the way, what's the first lesson?I have a feeling I have forgotten some books because I was in a rush this morning.” Jaejoong smiled brightly, feeling much more comfortable without the Indian tribe of monkeys around.
“I-i...yeah,i remember you...I'm Jiyong.” The trim boy bowed his head slightly and continued.
“We have geography...but the teacher won't come.”
“Eh? Because of that rabid gang of idiots?”Yes,of course...Probably that teacher was a fragile woman who couldn't keep up with such students(ANIMALS, DUH).
“Uhm...I don't think it's a good idea that you've switched your seat like that...” Jiyong whispered while rummaging through his bag, throwing a quick glance around the class.
“Don't care..” Jaejoong shrugged and looked at TOP whose glinting eyes were like thorns stuck in the flesh. 'Agh, he's so creepy...But at least he isn't a jerk like Yoochun and the others...' Then he turned and eyed Jiyong who was self-studying. 'So he likes him...'
“Hey, can you give me a pen?”
Jaejoong locked his eyes with Yunho's and opened his mouth slightly, but he realized the question wasn't for him as Jiyong was searching for a pen.He looked disappointed some other way, not understanding why he felt sorry that the question wasn’t for him.
“Yeah sure. How come you forgot your pen?”
“Uhm actually I forgot my bag...My sister caught a cold and I had to buy some medicine in the morning. “Yunho said, some worry flashing quickly in his eyes.He became cold, again.
“Oh, If you need any help,i can drop by in the evening while you're at your job.” Jiyoung handed him the pen, smiling.
“Ah, it's okay; I don't wanna bother you. I’m staying at home tonight.” Yunho waved his hand and smiled. “Thanks.”
Without realizing, Jaejoong's frown deepened while listening at their conversation, processing every word, every gesture, and Yunho’s face especially…
“Are you two friends?” Jaejoong asked Jiyong-a bit jealous- nicely after Yunho had gone back to his seat next to the girly guy who was drooling in his sleep.
“Hm...yes,i suppose.” Jiyong chuckled softly. “I have never given a thought about---”
Suddenly a strong blow shook the desk making them both look up and meet the same smug face, but this time covered with bruises and red burning eyes that shot anger.
“Hmph, impudent princess, you've got some nerve disobeying my orders. Return to your place now!” Yoochun's voice was so calm, even though the annoyance was clearly shown on his face.
“I think you misunderstood everything....Yoochun.” Jaejoong stood up, leaning closer to the latter. “I'm not your princess/pet/toy whatever you want to call me. You don't have the right to order anyone around and I'm free enough to sit or go wherever I want to. I'm not gonna let you make fun of me anymore, okay?“
Jaejoong surpassed the tremble that almost took over his body and voice and sat down.
Everyone was staring dumbfounded;even the lovey-dovey couple Taeyang and Daesung stopped making out on the school teacher's desk.
Yoochun frowned and remained silent for a moment. He smirked. “We'll solve this later...I'm already pissed off because of a certain person so we'll end this here. But....” Yoochun leaned over closer to Jaejoong's red face. “I won't give up on you, cutie.” Yoochun winked.
“Come on, guys. Let's eat something.” Yoochun shouted at his gang members and picked his school bag from the floor.
“Ugn, Youngbae, stop it already...” Daesung tried to escape from the tounge that was roughly and lustifully playing with his own.He pulled himself gently from Taeyang’s arms so the could climb down the desk, giving the other a short, reassuring peck.The one named Taeyang climbed down the desk and took Daesoong’s hand in his own, winning a small blush.
“Yay, are we gonna steal some money from those nerdy midgets? “ Seungri clapped his hand in joy. “I want to eat ramen,sushi,kimchi,chocolate and...”he suddenly started inaginating Jiyong covered in chocolate and ‘OMG, WHAT I AM DOING??!!’.Seungri shook his head and slapped himself, ignored the thought and went on with the food list…
“Yeah yeah do whatever you want, Ri, just shut up” Yoochun rolled his eyes and exited followed by the other hungry monkeys.
“You eat too much maknae!!!” Taeyang exclaimed and hit Seungri's with his free hand, the other still busy with Daesung’s.
The only one who didn't follow them was TOP.
Jaejoong sighed in relief and submerged in his chair. But when he was about to close his eyes, to his surprise, he saw everyone packing their things, preparing to leave.
“Huh?”
“We're going home.” Jiyong explained to him while buttoning his coat.
“What? Why?” Jaejoong stoop up slowly and tilted his head.
“They're going to a restaurant or something....Every time they go eating, we have a free day or something like that. “
“Oh...i see.” It wasn't really a surprise to Jaejoong hearing those words. After all that gang was so spoiled that they could even kill the teachers with their bare hands and never go to jail, and even earn a prize(maybe a Nobel for Peace?)
“Do you wanna take a walk in the park? “ Jiyong asked him with such a sweet smile that Jaejoong couldn't resist and quickly grabbed his bag, put his jacket on and rushed after Jiyong.
“You're impressive, you know that?” Jiyong opened the conversation first.
They were walking near a lake covered with delicate lotus plants. The enchanting frame was railed by high trees whose bloody leaves were playing in the air before touching the solid, cold ground.
“Hm,why? “ Jaejoong's eyes were engrossed in a particular lotus that seemed to shine in the group.
“Usually boys like you seem to be submissive...who would dare upset that monster anyway? I really admire your courage.” Jiyong leaned against a tree enjoying the cold caress of the wind.
“Ah, well I need to be strong if I want to survive without anyone's support. “ Jaejoong approached him and they gazed together at the huge cloud hanging above the lake.
“Really? You wanna be independent; that's why you left Seoul?”
“Something like that...It's just tiring and frustrating being surrounded by apparently warm, friendly people. They say they wish you happiness, but the next day your dead body is found in the dining room...Friends betraying each other, family members hating each other. I don't want to live in such a fake world. I want a normal life; I wanna be proud of myself, of my achievements...” The atmosphere was so calm,so relaxing that Jaejoong couldn't stop talking. He wanted to open his heart even though Jiyong was like a stranger to him; he didn't know anything about him, but he had that trusting aura.
“I see you've been through a lot...I'm sorry.” Jiyong's voice didn't sound pitiful at all. It was actually full of genuine sadness.
“Ah, no, i'm sorry...i didn't want to ruin the atmosphere.” Jaejoong realised he had fallen into a reverie and glanced at Jiyong whose eyes were shining with sorrow.
“Don't worry, you didn't ruin anything...”
There was a moment of silence. Only the rustle of the leaves and the smooth sound of the wind were wrapping them.
Jiyong was pondering about the situation. He considered maybe Jaejoong didn't want to explain all those problems he had had so he didn't inquire.
“What about you?”Jaejoong asked.”Do you always obey those bastards?”
Jiyong looked down, a little ashamed of himself.Jaejoong saw that and patted the other on the back.And then, Jiyong started talking.
“My parents abandoned me since I was a small child. My only realative is an old lady that I call “family” because I don’t actually know who she is…She was harsh to me and sometimes beat the crap out of me, so I learned that, if you obey, you won’t get into trouble. One day, I packed my things, thanked and left. It was just one day before I started high-school, so, I had to carry my luggage at school….”Jiyong paused.
“And then…?”Jaejoong asked, not noticing that the other was shivering.
“And then, those bastards entered the class and started making fun of me, calling me homeless and orphan.Yoochun ordered his gang to take my luggage and spread all my clothes on the floor.So they did.I started yelling at them , telling them to stop, but it only made it worse.TOP grabbed my hair and pulled me up, while Yoochun punched me in the face and Taeyand and his boyfriend threw some of my clothes out the window.And then, the one with the nice face, Seungri, who I thought was different, pushed me against the wall and Yuchun hit me again. After that, they all left…”Jiyong sobbed and looked up at the sky. Although his face was all sad, a small smile made its way out of his heart.
“That’s when Yunho came and patted me on the back. Trying to calm me down.he got all my clothes back into the luggage and asked me where I lived. When he found out I was actually homeless, he told me I could live with him until I get some money to buy my own apartment.” Jiong’s face was now all bright and happy again, a large smile painted on his face. It made Jaejoong’s heart feel happy too, but at the same time a little sad.
Then, a certain question started bugging him…
“Do you still live with him?”he asked, unaware of the other’s funny expression.
“Nope, I found a small apartment and moved in it, so he’s free now…”Jiyong chuckled and looked at Jaejoong, waiting for a reaction.
Jaejoong beamed and looked at Jiyong, as they turned their eyes to the beautiful view of the white clouds painting the blue sky.
Meanwhile in an enormous dining room....
“Those midgets were so annoying, crying like that...” Seungri faked a hilarious crying expression and continued while eating kimchi. “But I love torturing them.”
“Their faces just ask for it, you know!” Taeyang joined him laughing. “Too bad Top didn't come....because of a bullheaded idiot.”
“Huh?What the fuck! He started the fight. Guh,i don't wanna see him anymore.” Yoochun growled like an annoyed bear.
“But you don't understand his feelings!” Daesung said rolling his eyes. “I mean, look at me and Taeyang,” Daesung smiled lovingly until Taeyang took the soft cheeks in his hands and captured his lips tenderly.
“Awww how cute~” Seungri exclaimed like a fangirl and clapped his hands.
“Aww how gross~” Yoochun looked at them dully. A moan was elicited and Yoochun had to slap his forehead. “Oh please....we have major problems here guys!! “
“Hm? Like what?” Seungri inquired like a stupid kid with food in his mouth.
“Like....Jaejoong? I've been thinking of a plan to make him mine.” Yoochun smirked evilly and sipped his wine.
“We're listening.” Seungri finished eating and looked at their leader curiously.
“Sorry baby, I promise we'll do more in our room tonight.” Taeyang gave him another sweet peck and grabbed his hand, playing with the fingers. “Yeah, so what are you gonna do?”
“He gave me no choice....I have to find a good place for a rape.” Yoochun finally said in a quiet voice.
“Oh, you did that with...uhm...what was his name?” Seungri scratched his head in concentration. “Hee chul right?”
“Yup. After I rape Jaejoong, he will come begging to be my boyfriend.”
“You're evil, Yoochun...” Daesung pouted. “How many guys are you gonna hurt ?”
“Sh,darling, you know he's stupid and horny...He wants new tight holes everyday. Hopeless bastard.” Taeyang hushed his lover, embracing him tightly.
“Yeah yeah I don't care, I want Jaejoong now. He's too hot for his own good, is it my fault? Anyway, the plan worked with many sexy guys so I'm confident I'll have him very soon.” Yoochun was humming, the picture of him fucking Jaejoong clearly in his mind.
“Yeah poor guy, he thought you loved him for real...But you broke his heart after 2 weeks.” Seungri sighed and took the bottle of wine.
“Yup, my longest relationship.” Yoochun laughed maniacally.
“Proud indeed...” Taeyang just shook his head.
“I'm sure everything will be fine...even with that stupid lizard and his friends.” Jaejoong giggled and walked towards a bench.
“If you say so...Yoochun is really stubborn and won't give up until you become his boyfriend.” Jiyong followed him. “You should be careful...When he wants a toy, he will surely get it.”
“I'm not really that worried. A monkey like him can be tamed right?”
“You said he was a lizard earlier...” Jiyong grinned.
“Oh yeah, well he's a mutant.” Jaejoong laughed and began swinging his legs back and forth.
“But you're amazing, Jaejoong...Pushing him like that,retorting...And that guy actually takes it as a joke. I'm surprised he hasn't beaten you yet. He's usually violent even with his boyfriends. “
“Yeah I noticed that when he and TOP began fighting. TOP has huge bruises on his arms and face. “ Jaejoong remembered something. “Oh, by the way! Does Top like you or something? He keeps looking at you and he always gets mad when Yoochun insults you. “
Jiyong tilted his head with a confused expression obvious on his face. “I don't know...He's a bastard like Yoochun anyway...”
“Well, yeah,but...” Jaejoong had no idea what to say. He didn't know anything about the other guys...'except they were mocking me yesterday...'
“I don't care as long as they leave me alone.”
A single lotus petal was flying in the sky like a frail snowflake.
Jaejoong sighed. “I wish I could make some friends here...”
“Yunho is the most normal guy in that classroom...Oh Hee Chul too.. that guy is so hyper and funny, but he doesn't show it, because of that gang...”
“I tried to talk to him yesterday,but he ignored me on the way back from school.” Jaejoong turned his attention on the lotus petal again. “Who's Hee Chul?”
“Yunho comes out of his shell very hardly...only after you show him that you're trustworthy,that's why he isn't really social. Hee Chul is the guy who sits next to Yunho; they're childhood best friends.” Jiyong glanced at the delicate petal. “It's almost reached the ground.”
Childhood best friends...
“Yeah...” Jaejoong nodded and tried to fix his messed hair.
“Anyway, I gotta go, Jaejoong. Thank you for keeping me company today.” Jiyoung stretched himself and stood up, wearing the same sweet smile.
“Ah already?”
“Yeah, I have a part-time job and other things to do. I really enjoyed our conversation.” Jiyong patted him on the shoulder.
“Well then...see you tomorrow at school.” Jaejoong smiled as well.
“By the way where are you currently living, Jae?” The two headed towards the exit of the park.
“Hmm it's not really that far away. Near the bus station? There is also a shop next to the block.”
“REALLY?” Jiyong stopped and shouted with huge eyes. “I'm living at the 2nd floor!”
“Wow, what a coincidence! My flat is at the 3rd floor.” They chuckled and continued walking until they parted at a crossing.
Top was lying in his bed trying to get some sleep. Lately his stupid friends had been getting laid so he couldn't even close his eyes.
'Jiyong...' That face was deeply imprinted on his mind.
He had always thought of confessing to the boy, but he was afraid...'after all I caused him nothing but pain.'
Since that day he decided to shield the petite boy, but he rarely talked to him,either because Jiyong would leave immediately, or before he could form the right words, Yoochun would appear and drag him in an other place.
“Ah, Young-bae~ uugn..”
'Thank you, Dae, you have the most annoying moan ever...' TOP groaned placing his pillow over his face.
'Aw, baby are you that desperate? Agh God!”
“I sometimes wonder why that stupid maknae gets laid almost every day and I haven't had sex FOR 6 MONTHS FOR GOD'S SAKE SHUT UP YOU IDIOT!”
Top's murmur transformed into a shout as the sounds coming from both rooms were getting louder.
“Wow 6 months? You aren't human, hyung~” Seungri shouted back,knowing exactly what the other one meant by 6 months.
Unfortunately for TOP, he had gotten that room between those fools in Yoochun's mansion. 'I seriously have to switch rooms...'
It was futile to stop those horny kids so TOP left his room, making sure to slam the door loudly enough for both couples to hear (even though he wasn;t sure who Ri's partner was,probably a cute boy or a bitch)
But when he was thinking he could find a peaceful place downstairs, he found something else instead. Or more likely, someone else jerking off while moaning
“Jaejoong,baby ah”. 'Yeah, guess who...' He rolled his eyes in annoyance, feeling himself getting hard.
“I can't even breath in this house anymore!” Top shouted and left, slamming the door.