“Hyung, please, don't say things like that. I'm just fine by myself. I don't know why but there's no one whom I could picture myself with. And I don't even care about that. I have my best brother, interesting books and endless exploration. What more I could ask for? Also, the dating thing goes the same for you. When are you going to bring my sister or brother in law home?” The younger brother teased, making the Dongyoung sigh. Dongyoung was about to lecture another statement but the binge of his mail interrupted him.

“After fulfilling my little brother's marriage duties, of course. Anyways, I've to go now. Duty calls. Make sure to call me later otherwise you'll be spammed again. Bye and take care. Hyung loves you.” He said, receiving a, “Love you too big bro.” And then the line was disconnected. He then went on his system checking the regular official mails and continuing his regular routine.

Which also consists of being worried for his beloved little brother. Well, it was actually understandable for Kim Dongyoung.

Being the eldest in his family, which actually only consisted of him and his brother, Kim Jungwoo after their parents passed away in some unfortunate accident, he had to look over his business, home and obviously, his family, Jungwoo.

He worked hard and never took any break from his responsibilities in order to achieve success and a stable status for his brother's education, expenses, needs and everything and anything that made him happy.

His hard work did pay him off as he was the manager of one of the grand motels in Seoul. Having all the facilities and sources they needed. However, likewise mentioned, Dongyoung's only concern was his brother.

It was not actually that he was being too much or something. The situations got him this way. When their parents left them, Jungwoo was just lost, blank, emotionless and depressed. He never spoke. Never ate. Never even smiled at the funniest things. He always kept himself locked in his room away from everyone's reach.

It hurt Dongyoung. It hurt him so much seeing his brother losing himself and he was unable to do anything but see and regret for being a bad and irresponsible brother. Yes. He always blamed himself for Jungwoo's sadness. For the dullness in his life. For the loneliness he was suffering and sometimes he even thought that he was the reason for their parents' death, too. If he was able to help them back then and was mature enough to keep his responsibilities, they would have been alive. They would have been them. With Jungwoo. Jungwoo would be so happy and full of himself.

Though, it was only during the back days. He was very thankful that his brother did console himself through the time. He started smiling, eating, laughing, exploring and enjoying himself. Dongyoung always made sure to get his little everything he needed or wanted. He could always turn his meetings and others schedules if it came to his brother. He did his best to keep his brother always full of happiness. His brother's happiness was his happiness. There was literally no other thing he needed than that.

But still he wished that his brother would find someone who will always be with him when he won't be there anymore. Who will always listen and support him when he won't be able to anymore. Who will love him and marry him which actually seemed so difficult since his brother never took a bit of interest in this certain topic. They were growing and would get old someday,

obviously. And people must find their life partners before life comes to an end. Yes. At this part, he didn't think of his relationship nor marriage. But that actually had two reasons. First, he was more worried for his brother's marriage, obviously. And second…

“Sir, there's a guest and he has some concerns regarding his booking which I couldn't resolve and I think other staffs probably would also end up coming to you so I'm just right here.”

Dongyoung looked up at the man and smiled. “Sure, Jaehyun. Just serve them well and I'll be there in a bit.”

The young man smiled back at him while nodding and then he left Dongyoung's cabin. Dongyoung yawned and stretched himself a little. He checked his wrist to check the time in his watch but oh, he didn't have one. “I will purchase one tonight for sure.” He promised to himself and started fixing himself so he could meet and greet their new motel guest.

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Dongyoung was soon at the motel reception and he saw a very fine man around his age. Maybe one or two years older. He did seem familiar. Very familiar to him but he couldn't recall exactly who as the man's head was down. He went to his side and started greeting the said man.

“Good evening, Sir. My name is Kim Dongyoung, the manager of this motel. How may I help you today?” He asked the guest, showing his bunny smile and waiting for the newly arrived guest to look at him and share his concern.

The man finally looked at him after a few moments and he wasn't actually ready for such an encounter that late in the evening. “D-Doyoung?”

“Taeil?”

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“You really have become a fine man.”

“So have you, Taeil”

”But you're the finest one, Doyoung.”

And Taeil wasn't wrong. All these years passed and the younger had changed quite much than before. To Taeil, he had always been perfect but he really didn't expect to be that mesmerized by the aura that Dongyoung held by then.

He had become broad and tall. Even taller than him. His curly and fluffy hair were now straightened. His eyes had become more sharp and pointy. Gosh, Taeil felt as if the younger could shoot fire just by his gaze.

But there was one thing that wasn't changed a bit. And that was his bunny-like gummy smile. His plump and juicy lips. The lips that he still remembered had stolen his first kiss. And he actually won't mind if they'd steal more.

“I'm pretty sure that you're just pushing me to the clouds like you used to when we were little and there are quite more fine men than me but still, thank you.” Dongyoung said while chuckling as if Taeil cracked a joke.

Taeil frowned. He was serious. “Well, there may be. However, for me, you're the finest and I couldn't look to others properly to see if they could be compared to you or not. Neither do I think they are comparable.”

Dongyoung blushed and looked at his fellow librarian for a few moments and Taeil did look serious. So he just cleared his throat and tried changing the topic. “So… What brought you here in Seoul after years?”

“Awhh… Are you not happy to see me?” Snickered Taeil, faking a hurt expression. Dongyoung started waving his hands in defence. He actually didn't know what he was saying. He just wanted to make the situation less obvious. “No, no. I didn't mean it that way. Ahh… I'm just trying to make a conversation. Gosh. I'm sorry.”

Taeil giggled at his childhood bestie's act. His panicked side was still at its best. He remembered how Dongyoung used to get tensed at the smallest things as a child and till now. He could even cry on jokes but of course, he would never show his tears. Whether they were caused by panic or real pain.