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@Kim Hyun-Joong "I did," Hyungseok said and looked at the other. He had liked whatever the other had sent him because it had meant the prince had thought of him. Had thought that he wanted him to have it and it had met so much. "Though I really liked talking to you too, you know?" He smiled warmly at the other. The journal had been so very personal so that it had felt so intimate when he had read it. Somehow it had felt right but also wrong. He wished he could have held the other to that time but back then it had been impossible. Though now he was able to hold him. "Anything for you," Hyungseok said and shivered when he heard Hyun-Joong moan. It was beautiful and hot and stunning at the same time.

Gently leaning into the hug, Hyungseok smiled softly and closed his eyes for a long moment. "I... never really saw me as a selfless person," he then admitted. There were so many things only he could do properly that it somehow had become a task to do it all alone. But the other was right, he did like Hyun-Joong to take care of him though he wanted to take care of the other too. "Deal but let me take care of you too," he then said and looked at him, brushing over his cheek gently. He wanted so badly to make the other feel good. "I am not letting you go and I am not sending you away." He chuckled slightly. "I am sure I am not the only one understanding you but... I'd like to think I do it the best." He winked at the other.
A grin was seen on his lips while he kissed the other's neck again, leaving a small mark. "Oh yes, I can do that. You will be able to see and I will. But no one else." He wished they could just show their marks to everyone else but he also knew it would be dangerous.

Hearing how much pleasure it seemed to give the older it made Hyungseok want it even more, needing to pleasure the other. He gently on the other's s again and grinned at the prince in front of him. Seeing him like this was beautiful and fascinating and hearing him moan and his fast breaths made it hard for Hyungseok to hold back. Every part of this was new to him but so was it to the other and somehow it made him relax a bit.
"You are so damn beautiful," he mumbled and cupped the other's cheek, kissing his lips passionately before he looked back at him. "I want it. I want you," he said and then grabbed some lube he had earlier, well, how did Hyun-Joong put it? Conjured to this place. "Here you go," he said and his lips, his heart beating fast. "Though you do not have to be careful. I have my ways to heal and I like to believe I can take quite a lot." He moved against the other, wanting to feel so much more than just the other's fingers. , he had not expected to be this needy.

@Park Hyungseok Now he chuckled. "You probably thought I was crazy when you opened some of it. It was just random stuff from the places I'd find myself, although I hope you liked the journal." He found it among a bunch of worthless stuff in a port and had bought it immediately. He'd even written a note to his friend on the first page telling him how lost he felt and that he missed him and that he was the only thing keeping him sane. "I thought about it, but I was so restless that I never stayed in one place for more than a day at most." Often times, he was travelling at night and if he tired, he'd sleep in the forest. Wrinkling his nose, he shrugged. "I guess. I mean I don't know why when he didn't even know me, but I guess it was my scent or the innocence and pureness of a child's love, but I'm glad he did." He wouldn't have been the same without his brother. "Thanks." He smiled, but moaned when the other kissed his neck.

The prince chuckled and hugged the other in return. He didn't think Hyungseok was an idiot at all. After all, who wasn't curious about the unknown?
"I know you think you have to, but you do so much more than anyone would expect of you. Look, I'm not saying don't do it if it makes you feel better, but let me take care of you at least. After all, you have needs and desires too, so being so selfless. I'd prefer to see you be selfish even if only with me." He grinned and peppered the wizard's face with kisses. He loved that they could be this way together and it felt completely natural. "Don't worry. I'm not going anywhere unless you tell me to. I happen to like being right here with you. Besides, who else would understand me or put up with my moodiness?" No one. Everyone else feared him in that state. His brother and friend were the only ones who could handle him. How could this possibly feel so good? He didn't care about the marks. They would just remind him of his love for this man and how for at least this weekend, they belonged to each other. "Do you have a spell that can conceal marks? Like so we could see them, but no one else can?" He knew he had to hide them from his dad, but he still wanted to see them. "Good."

The soft sound from his lover only sent more desire rushing through his veins. He had no idea how he could possibly feel so good, but he certainly wasn't complaining. Quite the contrary. He was reveling in this feeling and wanting it to never stop. Knowing Hyungseok was feeling good too made him feel even more proud and determined to give him pleasure. As the male pulled at his hair, he growled with pleasure.
At the other's agreement, he felt nervous suddenly. He had never done any of this before and certainly not had . Yes, he was a 30 year old . Up to this point though, everything had been instinct, so wouldn't that help him the entire time. He hoped so, because he didn't want to disappoint his friend. The moment the younger male rubbed his s, he in a harsh breath. They were just that sensitive, but he liked it. He also liked having the other mark him and feeling his soft hands on his tanned and roughened skin. He wasn't even embarrassed of the scars that littered his torso from learning to fight.
He smiled at Hyungseok's reaction to his attention, but when the man scratched him, he growled with pleasure. He enjoyed that, although he had no idea why. "If you're sure that's what you want baby." He hesitated though before he started to finger the other's hole. He knew enough to know better than to take him with no preparation. "Any chance you conjure up some lubricant?" He wanted to make love to him, not scar him, but men's bodies didn't produce lubrication the way women's naturally did.

@Kim Hyun-Joong "I did," Hyungseok said and chuckled. Some of the stuff had just been weird but it always had been nice to open gifts from Hyun-Joong. It made him keep in mind that the other did care about him even though sometimes Hyungseok had to admit that he had fired Hyun-Joong might forget about him. He might be a wizard but maybe he was replacable. No, he surely was for one or the other. He then smiled and brushed over the other's cheek. "I know. You could have told me to come visit you, you know?" He smiled and tilted his head a bit. "I guess he just really loves you," he said and chuckled, poking Hyun-Joong's nose. He had never met the other's brother but he was sure one day he would. And it would be interesting, after all he knew so many stories. "You did amazing." He smiled and watched the other, chuckling gently. With Hyun-Joong around he always felt good. "I love touching your skin with my lips," he said gently and kissed the other's neck softly.

Amused laughter spilled from the wizard's lips and he gently nudged the other, still knowing the prince was right after all. He huffed and leaned onto him, smiling gently. "I know you are right but how dare you!" he joked and hugged the other close to him, smiling.
"I have to," Hyungseok said softly and looked at the prince. "I have to make sure the kingdoms are as okay as I can try and help." He would feel at fault if he did not. "But I am careful, I promise." Gently he looked at Hyun-Joong, in a way only the prince would ever know. "You will not lose me." He gently took the prince's hand in his and squeezed them carefully. "So make sure to stay safe and sound as well, okay? I need you." Preferrably by his side but he did not want to pressure the other into anything. He cared so much for Hyun-Joong and just the pure imagination of him not being here with him anymore hurt unbearably much - so he'd better not think about it.
"Mhhh sounds good," Hyungseok smiled then and pulled the other closer, gently brushing over the other's skin. "Less clothes and more touches and kisses, mh?" he smiled at Hyun-Joong and kissed the other's neck, gently nibbling onto the soft skin. He wanted to leave hickeys but he knew he had to erase them eventually again for not getting the other into trouble. "I know you will not. And I will not either."

Hearing the other's groan sent shivers through Hyungseok's body and he moaned quietly. It were sounds he had not made before and it surprised him but he did not mind it. Hearing Hyun-Joong like this made him feel even more excited, wanting more in every single moment. He moved against the other and buried his hand in Hyun-Joong's hair, feeling their s rubbing against each other.
"Yeah we should," he said breathlessly and he grinned, kissing Hyun-Joong passionately. He had never expected them to go this far but he did not even slightly regret it. He wanted this, he wanted Hyun-Joong and he could clearly see and feel that Hyun-Joong wanted him too. His hands wandered over the taller male's body, gently teasing his . He grinned and let his lips wander, down to the other's neck and then to his collarbone, leaving small hickeys every here and there while his fingers touched the gentle but slightly rough skin.
A loud moan left his lips when Hyun-Joong started to rub against his hard member and he accidentally scratched the other's skin in surprised. "Then take me," he said without hesitation, moving his against the other's hand. "I can show you later how good I am, right now I need you," he said and looked at Hyun-Joong, wanting to feel him so desperately. "Please," he then begged, something that he rarely did but it was different if it was Hyun-Joong. He would do anything for him.

@Park Hyungseok Thinking back to his travels, he realized he had neglected to asked his friend something. "Did you at least get all the gifts I sent you?" He had brought Changbin a bunch of stuff home, but he'd sent Hyungseok stuff with every letter. At the idea of the wizard still having any of that junk, he wondered what he'd thought when he'd first opened it. "I missed you, ya know. I wanted to come back so many times, but I just didn't know if I could face this place again. After all that had happened, I just didn't want the memories." He sighed and looked at his friend. He knew the other would understand him. He always did. Now he laughed. "Oh he bit. A lot, but mostly when he was scared. He also used to end up in my bed in the middle of the night, wouldn't let anyone help him but me and followed me everywhere. When I'd leave the castle and tell him to stay there, the servants said he'd sit in my room until I was coming home and then wait at the door in his diaper for me." He chuckled and shook his head. His little brother was his heart and reason for being such a good man. "I certainly tried my best."
Poking the wizard's pout, he smiled. "Yes. I know very well." He had known for awhile how his friend thought. When the other stole a kiss, he grinned. "I love having your lips on me." He grinned. As long as they had each other, he didn't worry about anything else and instead enjoyed what they had together.

Hyun Joong grinned. "Would you feel better if I tell you right now that you're an idiot? You're my hot, y and very sweet idiot." He grinned and kissed the man's lips gently. That was one thing he had always felt instinctively and if nothing else, he trusted his instincts. They'd never been wrong and he doubted they would now. "I know you don't mind, but I do. You do so much for both kingdoms and I don't want you to get burnt out. If anything happened to you, I don't know what I'd do. I can't survive losing you. All I want is to protect and take care of you." Even if they didn't define what was happening between them and even if nothing changed, he'd always want to protect and take care of this man. at the attention his neck received, he nipped at Hyungseok's as well. "You are killing me, but since you like doing me favors why don't you do more favors like this. That involve kissing and touching and no clothes?" They'd have to be careful, because of his father, but he would fight the old man over this. Hyungseok and Changbin were the only people who made him feel loved. Rolling his eyes, Hyun Joong nodded. "Yea, but sadly dad doesn't get it. If he found out, well let's just say I'd quickly become king. I won't let him tear us apart though." He was adamant about that and it showed on his face.

Unable to resist, Hyun Joong held the younger male's hips and pulled them closer so he could feel the evidence of his friend's desire for him. When he felt it, he groaned. Goddess all he wanted was to stay like this forever with the wizard. His own manhood was so hard that it hurt, but he did his best to ignore it. When his bottom lip was bitten, it elicited a deep growl from him. It felt too good to be true.
The prince laughed at being called a snack. It was ironic, since he was the stronger of the two, especially if he changed, but he could never hurt the other and they both knew that. "Then devour me baby." He grinned. He was enjoying this. They could be playful and ual. "If you want me to, I will. I'm trying to teach Changbin too, but first..." He looked down their bodies and actually started to rub the other's hard on. "I think we should do something about these." Laughing, he just nodded and threw his hands up in defeat. "Alright, then show me how good you are." He smirked as he issued the challenge.
The friction he felt was so teasingly and arousing. His s though were already hard little buds and he'd never known it was possible for them to be this sensitive. Damn it hurt, but turned him on more. "Touch me baby?" His was getting pretty painful by now, but the compliment made him smile. "And you are extremely y." He kissed him back as he let his hands caress the man's but. It was so soft. "I want you." He whispered it into the kiss.

@Kim Hyun-Joong “Oh yes I do,” Hyungseok said, pouting. He had been quite salty though he had understood that Hyun-Joong had to do it for himself. It had been important to him but Hyungseok had missed the other so much and whenever he had not been able to go to their meetups, it had made him sad. Though he understood it. Sometimes that was important. An amused chuckle left the wizard’s lips when he heard how his friend described the younger brother. “One that can surely bite with sharp teeth, right?” He smiled amused but it was good that Hyun-Joong knew the possibilities his brother was having. “You taught him well, I am sure.” He then leaned closer, relaxing a bit.
“I know you will not be limited I just… you know how my head works sometimes.” He pouted a bit and nodded then. “I am very happy you like being with me.” He grinned and stole a kiss from the other. “As long as it’s the two of us, I am happy.” Oh yes, he was. But with the other prince he had always been.

A gentle chuckle left his lips and he nodded then. “I know. Though I’d still prefer a note. At least I could tell myself afterwards I was an idiot to disobey the note.” He shrugged slightly. Just a hint, anything. Maybe his past self would have thought he might not remember. But oh he noticed that there was something missing. “You can always depend on me. I am always happy when you ask me for favours, you know?” He smiled and kissed the other’s neck gently. “I am happy whenever I can help.” Because he felt needed then. He chuckled and nodded then. “I think I already like your brother then,” he said and nodded. Oh, he did. Changbin sounded like a good one. “But I am not surprised, after all he has you as a big brother.” Then he shook his head. “I cannot teleport yet, sadly.” Though he was working on it after all. “But I can disguise myself, I think. Yeah.” He should try that, yes.

Hearing Hyun-Joong moan like this, made Hyungseok so damn hot and excited. Gosh, this was making him crazy and he loved every second of it. All he wanted was more. He pulled the other closer and deepened the kiss. He wanted to kiss the other until forever. “Yes,” he mumbled against Hyun-Joong’s lips and smiled, gently biting his bottom lip. “I can only agree.” Oh yes, the prince was making him excited and insane and he loved it.
“Yeah, using my breakfast for magic. And I can help with lunch and dinner. Though you already are a snack,” he said and winked at the other. It was a joke, halfway, but he meant it. The other looked so good and he surely was making him crazy sometimes. “I am sure you are a good cook. Teach me your ways!” Though he could cook too but he was a lot better with herbs and liquids. “Well, that is a secret for another day.” He winked at him.
Oh how he loved every single sound the other made. He could clearly hear how much Hyun-Joong like what he was doing and surely would not stop yet. He was halfway sitting on the other’s hips, slightly moving against him so there was at least a little friction while he gently teased the other’s s. “You are so damn beautiful,” he whispered and kissed his lover again, feeling how hot and excited he himself already was. He wanted so much more than just this. All he wanted was Hyun-Joong.

@Park Hyungseok While the prince was always grateful and receptive to the wizards help, he shook his head. "I think he will be just fine. He's a smart kid. Do you remember how I was terrified to come back home after mom let me wander for a few years, because I wasn't sure I could handle the responsibility?" He had whined enough about it to Hyungseok through letters while he was travelling. "I'm glad I did. Taking care of Changbin has been one of the best experiences of my life. He was so cute and sweet and dependent as a pup." In some ways he still was, but that was their secret. One thing that most people knew about him was that he could be really impatient. He'd always hated waiting for anything, but at this point, he was used to it. With his friend though, he was usually patient and it showed.
Smiling, he kissed the other's cheek. "How long have you known me? Do you really think I would be limited in any way unless I wanted to? Stop worrying so much. I like being with you too." He chuckled softly. "When I'm with you, I never feel pressure, but if it will make you feel better we can just see where this goes." He was fine with whatever the other wanted to do. Hearing that made him feel special in a way he hadn't felt in a long time. "That works both ways Hyungie." He could only be this open and cute with this man.

The prince just shook his head at what the other was saying. He knew him too well. Hell, they were just alike in some ways and their curiosity was one of them. They never let things go. "And what happens when someone, anyone, tells us not to do something? We do it just because. That means had you left yourself a note, right now you'd be working on reversing the spell or finding a way to remember whatever it was that you have forgotten." He nodded and smiled, hugging the other to his body. "I do know that. Aside from Changie, you're all I have. The only person I can talk to or depend on." He nodded. "Why do you say it's weird. And for the weekend at least, let's both just have some fun." Although Hyungseok wasn't technically running an entire kingdom, he was actually doing so much more, but Hyun Joong was only now realizing how much his friend needed this weekend. "Changbin knows that already and he doesn't care. He said he just wants me to be happy. I've thought about people seeing you and I want to keep you safe, so is there a way you can teleport into the palace or maybe disguise yourself until you're inside?"

Returning the kiss, the elder moaned softly. He felt like part of him was being burned alive. It was a good burn though, one that made him want more. He was shocked when he heard the other wanted to see him excited. No one every really cared how he felt about anything and they certainly didn't hope for him to get excited. "Being with you always makes me excited." Only now, he was feeling excited in a whole new way and he was enjoying it and would continue to enjoy it as things progressed.
"Using your magic? If you get breakfast, I can take care of lunch and dinner. I'm good at hunting and I've been told I'm a pretty good cook too." Recently he'd even cooked for his staff. He didn't think of them as servants and most people wouldn't believe it, but he tried to pay them. They all refused and said he and Changbin were like family. "I will always keep you safe. I need you." He kissed along his jaw line. Hyun Joong arched a brow. "Oh I will. But how did you get so good at it?" He could resist teasing him.
The moment the wizard parted his lips, the wolf his tongue into his mouth. Goddess it was so warm and sweet. It made him moan even more. He could feel Hyungseok's excitement and it only served to fuel his own. When he as completely , he was embarrassed, mostly because no one had seen him this way since he was a pup, but then the wizard begin playing with his s and he thought he would lose his mind. He arched off the bed and groaned from the pleasure of that mixed with being scratched. Even without his pants and boxers, he could feel his manhood straining, but now he knew it was from his need for release. When he felt the man's lips on his neck, the wolf in him made an appearance as he growled from deep in his throat.

@Kim Hyun-Joong “He will be okay, no worries,” Hyungseok chuckled but he was not surprised that Hyun-Joong wanted to make sure his brother was okay first. After all Changbin was quite a few years younger and still had a lot to learn. “If you need a potion or a spell, let me know, I’ll get some magic going for you.” He had helped the wolf kingdom more often than anyone would ever realise but he was not anyone to brag about it. It was his little secret he was proud to have. “But yeah, some time to prepare everything would be nice, I think.” He smiled gently at Hyun-Joong. He was one of the people who ever made him feel so soft inside.
Taking a deep breath, Hyungseok nodded, his cheeks still dark red just like his ears as well. “I like being here with you. I like having what we have right now and… I do not know. I do not want to limit you, you know?” He gently squeezed Hyun-Joong’s hand and nodded. “No pressure. It’s just you. It’s always been you.” For the other it was so easy to make him feel so many things and he never wanted to stop feeling them. If he was honest, he wanted to feel so much more.

Slowly Hyungseok nodded and then sighed. “I wish I would have been smart enough to left my future self a note back then. Like ‘remember when xyz’. Or a ‘hey you are missing memories, do not try to remember them’. Would sound suspicious but at least I would have information.” He huffed and leaned onto Hyun-Joong, nodding. “I know. And I hope you know I am the same, right? Being by your side and here if you need me.” He could never leave the other’s side after all. Hyun-Joong meant so much and even if the prince forced him to leave, he’d always come back. They both were pretty stubborn. “I’m trying. It is weird but… yeah.” He nodded and looked up at the other. “Oh, are you sure meeting Changbin is a good idea? I mean, I am the wizard of the Raven, after all.” If someone saw them, that might get them into trouble. And he really did not want to get them into trouble. “But I am open for meeting him, yes.” Why would he not?

“I surely would love that,” Hyungseok grinned and pulled the prince closer, kissing him again. He grinned into the kiss, his arms around the other. Just being here and talking like that was already pretty exciting. “I hope so. Get all excited, I like seeing that on you,” he hummed and winked at him, excited himself. He had not expected anything like that was something that would make him feel like this but it was good. He liked that feeling, and he liked even more that he was sharing it with the man that meant most to him.
A soft hum left the wizard’s lips and he nodded. “Well, I could get us breakfast in bed and such, if you’d like that. And as long as you keep me safe, we can be in the water.” He smiled at the other. Even though he did find water scary, he felt the safest with Hyun-Joong so that was more than okay. He'd feel a lot better with him. He then grinned and wiggled his eyebrows. “Oh, look forward to me riding you. I am pretty good at that.” Not that he could know. But somehow he had a feeling he would be pretty okay while doing that. As long as it was with Hyun-Joong, he was very up for anything, if he was very honest.
A small moan left Hyungseok’s lips when the other bit him slightly. He could feel how tight his clothes already were and he wanted so much more. He parted his lips so they could deepen the kiss, Hyungseok was getting rid of the last piece of their clothes and let his fingers wander over the prince’s body, gently teasing his . He moved against the taller, his other hand slightly scratching Hyun-Joong’s back. He wanted to know what the man liked, what got him going, what made him crazy. He wanted to use it to make him needy and breathless and he wanted to be the only one who was ever allowed to see that. His lips eventually left Hyun-Joong and he let them trail to the other’s neck.

@Park Hyungseok “No, that is absolutely fine. I just need a timeframe so that I can make sure I take care of things in the palace. Changbin will be alone while I’m gone and I want to make sure he’ll be okay and that he can handle anything he needs to in my absence.” His little brother knew about him and the wizard. He was supportive and the elder was grateful. He also knew the boy could handle taking care of the kingdom for a bit, but since he’d basically raised him, he still worried. He also understood that Hyungseok was likely planning to bring potions, because spells didn’t usually require prep time. Staying alive, sadly wasn’t on his list of priorities. As long as he kept his promise and made sure his brother was okay, he didn’t mind dying.
Hyun Joong hadn’t meant to embarrass his friend. He was just confused about what they were. Were they just friends who were experimenting together. Were they going to just go back to being friends after this weekend? Were they more? He didn’t know. “I don’t know where this is going either, but I’m willing to find out. If you don’t want to be more than friends, that’s okay. I’d understand.” He would. After all, this was new to both of them. Seeing the blush get darker, he leaned in an pecked his lips. “No pressure, remember? This is just me.” They never shied away from one another.

Although the prince had never been in a situation like the one his friend was faced with, he could still sympathize. He didn’t like that Hyungseok was hurting and he couldn’t stop it. It made him feel weak and useless. “You’re welcome.” He nodded. “I assume if you blocked your own memories then you had a good reason, but if you really want to know, then I will be there with and for you as long as you need me to.” He definitely wouldn’t abandon him at a time like this. Hearing his friend admit to being scared, he pulled him close and wrapped his arms around him. “It’s okay. We all get scared, but you don’t have to do it. Just do what feels right.” He wouldn’t let his friend go crazy. He couldn’t. Who would he have to talk to if he did. “How would you feel about meeting my baby brother? He wants to tell you a bunch of embarrassing stories about me.” He rolled his eyes and laughed.

“Oh yea. You’d love that, wouldn’t you?” He grinned, though, knowing the wizard wouldn’t do anything to hurt him. No one ever ordered him to do anything, so he had no idea how he’d feel about it, but he had a feeling if they were in the bedroom, he wouldn’t mind too much. After all, given the way he looked, no one would expect Hyungseok to dominate him, so he would be all for that. Plus it meant he could relax a bit too. “Great. Now I’m excited for it.” While the wizard was thinking, Hyun Joong was planning for that day. He was going to try to make it special for the other. Technically, the prince had had other dates, always with the same girl, but he didn’t really consider them dates, because she was into girls and he saw her more as a sister. This felt like a date though. A real date and he was glad it was with Hyungseok.
“I mean that’s possible right? And we don’t have to go in the water. I wouldn’t mind exploring the whole weekend or lying in bed for that matter.” He never took a break at home, so this was a welcomed reprieve. He grinned with that admission. “Well then, you can ride me any time.” He winked, loving this new form of teasing and wondering what the wizard would do about it. “Your wish is my command.”
“Very much like you.” He smirked as he gently bit Hyungseok’s bottom lip and then on it. Okay, it may be summer, but he shouldn’t feel this hot. The more the other moved, the harder he got and soon his body was begging him to give it some sort of relief. He was sure that his friend could feel how hard he was, but he wasn’t embarrassed. The wizard was the one who caused it after all. The moment he heard those words, he wanted to scream with joy. “I’m right here. Come get me baby. I’m all yours.” He then pulled him down and kissed him, this time ing his tongue into the other’s warm mouth. His whole body felt like an inferno was building inside. He didn’t want to rush this, though so he let Hyungseok set the pace.

@Kim Hyun-Joong “Maybe in a few days? If I disappear too often, maybe someone might get suspicious. Don’t want that. Also I need some time to prepare some options, if you won’t mind,” Hyungseok said softly. He was great with spells, yes, and using magic was easy, but certain potions needed some time to cook and get ready so there was that. Of course Hyun-Joong knew that, Hyungseok had often enough complained about it. He was a little worried if he was honest. What if they ended up in trouble? Sure, he knew Hyun-Joong would stay alive, but that didn’t mean he was immortal forever or immune to any other kind of wounds and diseases. He needed to make sure he was okay.
Even though the other said he was just teasing him, he still was red. He his lips and shook his head. “No, you got it right,” he replied to the thought Hyun-Joong did not speak out loud. “I mean... I don’t know where this is going. It’s new and beautiful but whatever it is... It’s us. I want this, with you.” He blushed even more. He wasn’t very romantic or had a sweet mouth when it came to such situations, this was his first one like this after all, but it really made him feel all tingly and nervous. This was something big and he did not want to ruin it. Ever.

While looking at the prince Hyungseok nodded slowly. “Okay,” he said and smiled at him. “Thank you.” It felt like he could not find the right words but it meant so much to him, that Hyun-Joong reassured him and promised that he’d make sure he wouldn’t hurt anyone. “I could probably just use a magic spell to remember but... If I am honest I am...” for a moment he turned quiet before he spoke the words: “I am pretty scared what I’ll see.” He smiled nervously at him. He was no one to be scared of anything but he was scared of this. Of his past. Of his parents. What if whatever had made them crazy – and at this point he believed they had been – made him go crazy as well? He slightly leaned onto the other. “Your words make me feel a lot better, yes.” Maybe he was just not ready yet to see what had happened in the past.

“That is true but... I guess I can order you around a bit,” Hyungseok said and winked at the other. He’d definitely try that, maybe Hyun-Joong might like it. He then his lips, nodding. “Deal! Splitting the cake.” He chuckled then. Maybe they could go on a picnic or something to enjoy the cake. A small date, maybe. He had never been on a date. Was this, here, considered a date? He had no idea.
“Well, yeah. Somehow. Just that the water can actually drown me. Maybe it’s one of those wizard things? Maybe no wizard can swim. I don’t remember my parents being able to.” The younger shrugged. It had never really bothered him but it made him curious. He laughed and nodded then. “Yeah. I might have thought of riding you.” He winked at the older and hummed. “Yep, swimming is for later.” Right now it was hot after all.

“Sounds like me,” Hyungseok mumbled against Hyun-Joong's lips while he moved against the other. He knew how this worked. He just had never done this. But he wanted. It made him feel hot and excited and he wanted them both to even feel better. And if he was not wrong, Hyun-Joong felt the same. Soft moans slipped from his lips while he was still kissing the other. His hands wandered over the prince’s chest. Gosh, he was so damn beautiful. He wondered if anyone had ever seen Hyun-Joong like this and thought the same while being able to touch him. “I want you,” he whispered and looked at Hyun-Joong, his heart hammering against his chest.

@Park Hyungseok Hyun Joong nodded. He still didn’t like it, but he trusted the wizard knew better than he did. He would stay with him though. “Okay, then when shall we go?” He didn’t want to rush it, but if he were being honest, he wanted to know if he was right as soon as possible. Plus, he wanted to kill the person responsible. Well, maybe he’d torture them first. In any event, he knew they all needed closure. She may hate him, but he wanted to at least give Jinah that much. After all, her brother had been like a brother to him and he’d made him a promise. He refused to break it. Seeing the blush, he realized he’d taken it the wrong way. A flustered Hyungseok was a cute Hyungseok, but he hadn’t meant to do that. Instead of admitting that he didn’t know how any of this worked, because he’d never done this before, he chuckled. “I’m just teasing. But you’re cute when you get flustered like this.” He pecked his lips. “I know what you meant.” Truthfully, he didn’t, but the only thing he could think was the way they were day to day.

The prince nodded and listened. That must be awful. If he lost memories of his father, he would be devastated. Those memories were what kept him going on the days he wanted to give up. They didn’t happen quite so often anymore, but he still had them. It broke his heart to see his friend hurt so much and not be able to take that pain and confusion away. He smiled gently at him and squeezed his hand. “You won’t! Besides, it’s just a dream. If it would make you feel better, I can see what I can find out about your parents.” He wouldn’t mind and his mom would likely have some answers. He wouldn’t tell her why he really wanted to know though. He couldn’t. She would be upset with him for sneaking off to be Hyungseok in the first place and even more so that he’d been friends with the man for so long. “Hyungseok! Listen to me. For once in your life, stop being stubborn and listen. Really listen. You just said yourself, you like chaos, but you don’t start wars. If your parents were what you think then the same couldn’t be said for them. But, if you ever begin to get like that, I’ll either knock some sense into you or lock you away so you can’t hurt anyone. And yes. I’ll have your powers bound, so you can’t use them. Does that make you feel better?” He just wanted him to be happy, which was why he was going to prove that he wasn’t a bad person.

Scoffing, he let his friend have his fun. “Yea yea. You’re not much better in case you forgot.” He then stuck his tongue out. Something had indeed shifted in their relationship, but he couldn’t quite figure out what. They were still friends and definitely still mischief makers, but it felt different somehow. Even before now, he would have done anything for the wizard, but now he really couldn’t explain it. He enjoyed the youngers company and the fact that he often challenged him, but there was something else there that he couldn’t quite put his finger on. Was it that he felt safe? Cherished? Protected? Nonsense. He already felt those things with his family. But again, his friend was obligated. He didn’t know what it was, but something was different. Now he rolled his eyes. “You know what, forget I said anything. I forget how much of a narcissist you can be.” The thought of an ice cake made him smile though. “You have to split it with me though. Deal?” It was something he wanted to share with his friend. After all, he’d shared a lot of other firsts with him and hopefully there would be more. “Ah. I understand. Kind of like when I was younger I had a fear of shadows. I always thought they’d come to life or something. Only mom and dad knew about it.” He still didn’t know how he’d gotten over it, but thankfully he had. Smirking, he raised a brow. “Oh, so you’ve thought about riding me? Maybe I should let you.” He grinned, but then nodded. “Alright. Let’s do it when the sun starts to go down, so it’s still warm, but not hot.” He didn’t want to burn.

“Yes. I very y, but big tease.” He grinned. It had been so long since he’d been here, but he didn’t have time to admire the ruins. Truthfully he was just as hot and bothered as Hyungseok, but he was trying to control his hormones instead of letting them control him. The moment he was pressed onto the bed, he moaned. It was lost in the wizards mouth as he demanded entrance. His boxers were starting to feel too tight and he wanted to be free from their confines, but it was too soon for that, so he focused on kissing and enjoying the company. He didn’t miss the chance to once again the other male’s though. He was fairly sure he liked it and he wanted him to feel the same thing he was feeling: needy.

@Kim Hyun-Joong “Nothing will happen to me,” Hyungseok said gently and looked at Hyun-Joong. After all he was a wizard and he could do things from further away. He did not need to be on the battlefield, at least not most of the times. Sure, other wizards could try and curse him or someone could try and kill him but first of all they would have to get past all his tricks and traps he had created. No one had made it close unless he wanted it. He then blushed madly when he heard Hyun-Joong’s words. Had he misinterpreted it? He did not want to put a label on them or anything, but they had always been a team. Partners in crime. And this, what they were currently having, he did not want to risk it. Whatever it was what they were having, he felt good and safe with it. “I… I mean…” He started and now he was horribly flustered. “I just…” Oh gosh, no his skin colour turned from a nice pale to a dark red. Embarrassing. That usually did not happen to him.

For a very long moment the wizard just stood there and then shook his head. “I think I am missing a few memories,” he then admitted. And he did not know if he had taken them himself or if someone else had. “And sometimes I dream and it is very real. I am not sure if it is a memory but… sometimes I see my parents and they have not been nice people.” He chewed on his bottom lip. “They were. Yes. But in my dreams they always turn against anything and everything.” He looked at Hyun-Joong. “What if I turn out to be like that too?” He his lips. “We both know I like chaos and love to prank people but I am not a person to create war and suffering. If I… Hyun-Joong, if I ever turn on you and turn into such a person…” He hesitated for a long moment but then took the other’s hands. “If this ever happens. Please make sure I will not hurt anyone. Neither you, nor Jinah, nor anyone who does not deserve my wrath and insanity.” It was important to him. He was not planning on turning onto anyone but it was what he was fearing. Turning into a monster and hurting the people he loved.

A gentle laugh left Hyungseok’s lips and he shook his head. “You? Mean? Never ever.” He grinned amused. “But… it is good to know. We will have the entire wing just for us.” He winked at the other and looked at him. It was different the way he saw the other now. It was not much but it felt like the other was glowing more, the smile was even more beautiful and he was more drawn to him than ever before. It was weird but it made Hyungseok happy. No one ever had been able to do this to him and it fascinated him. But if he had to choose anyone, it would have been Hyun-Joong. So here they were. “Oh, so you like being ordered around by me, mh?” He winked at him and even considered it. He was quite bossy sometimes after all. He chuckled. “I’ll make you a really nice ice cake.” He hummed and then nodded. He knew Hyun-Joong would not force him to go into the water. “It’s one of those irrational fears. I could probably even find a spell that would allow me to breath underwater for some time but… once my body is fully engulfed by water I panic.” He blushed a bit more. It was so easy to talk to Hyun-Joong about his insecurities and fears. “You know… if you just want me to ride you, I can do that any time.” He smirked at him and nudged him gently. “Shallow part sounds nice. I’d really like to try and get into the water in a bit.” But first he wanted to have the other for himself a bit.

“Tease, huh?” Hyungseok grinned and the prince’s moan send shivers through his entire body. It was beautiful and hot and it made Hyungseok all excited. He dragged Hyun-Joong along until they were in the intact part of the ruins. It was just a few moments and they had managed to find the first room that was empty – one of the rooms he had made sure to keep clean and beautiful. Simple but it had a bed and that was more than enough. Heck, even the ground was probably enough right now. He let the door close even though no one would be here and then pressed Hyun-Joong on the bed, kissing him again.

@Park Hyungseok For the prince, there was no one more important than the wizard. He would even defy his family over him. The man had been there for him through everything and had it not been for him, he’d surely be dead. To this day, he had no idea what the wizard had done to save his life, but he would be forever grateful. His family didn’t know about any of that, but he wasn’t sure it would change their minds even if they did. Knowing what could happen if they did this, he was grateful that Hyungseok was willing. After all, he didn’t have to and he’d already done so much for the prince. “Good. Then I guess I can breathe a little easier, but if anything happens to you, I’m not sure I’d want to live.” It was the truth. If it’s one thing you could count o, it was that the prince didn’t lie. He smirked. “Oh? So there is an us? I thought we were just playing around.” He was happy about that though and it showed on his face. He’d always thought about them being together, but he figured Hyungseok wouldn’t want that, because of Jinah, so he’d been fine to take what he got.

The prince listened silently, thinking about what his friend was saying, but he just couldn’t understand him. He was trying to think of a way to ask without pushing, but he figured the best approach would be the direct one. Wrapping his arm around his friend, he furrowed his brows. “I’m sorry, but you’ve lost me. I’m afraid I don’t understand. Is there something you’re not telling me?” He really did want to understand and to help, but he was just confused right now.

Hyun Joong laughed. “Of course I know that.” He grinned and pecked the man’s head. “But really. No one comes in my room. The servants are all afraid of me, so they usually avoid my wing of the palace if they can.” He shrugged. “For some reason they all think I’m mean.” He smirked. They both knew it was because he always looked mad, but really he was just constantly thinking. Everyone knew he used to be carefree and always smiling, but after his father died, he’d come home and taken over all of the king’s duties. It was a lot and he was constantly deep in thought for that reason. It was only with his friend that he really smiled anymore. That’s why he would do anything for him too. “Well, what if I want to?” He grinned and it was naughty. “Plus, how many people can say that they got to order me around?” Many would love the opportunity, but it wasn’t happening. “Uh uh. Leave the killing to me and I am happy as long as I have you and you’re happy.” He smiled and kissed him. He loved them being like this. At the offer, his brows shot up. “Really? I’d like that. Never had an ice cake before. It would be nice.”
Kissing both of the wizard’s red cheeks, he shrugged. “We don’t have to go in the water. There are other things we can do.” He didn’t mind and he didn’t think it was anything to be embarrassed over. After all, a lot of people couldn’t swim. It was simply his alpha wolf instinct that had allowed him to do it so well and he was glad, but he didn’t care if Hyungseok couldn’t. That wasn’t the point of this trip anyway. “The offer of getting on my back still stands though and I would never do anything that would hurt you. Unless you liked it.” He smirked and nipped at his bottom lip. “And we can stay in the shallow part if it makes you feel better.” He didn’t care one way or the other.

The moment the man kissed him, he moaned softly and then feeling his body moving against his own, Hyun Joong could feel his manhood responding and pulled away. “Alright. Let’s go then.” He was suddenly feeling very hot. When the other bit his lip, he growled. “You little tease.” He grabbed his discarded shirt and jeans and his bag before holding his friend’s hand. “Lead the way.” He just wanted to be alone with him although being certainly sounded good right now.

@Kim Hyun-Joong But Hyungseok knew that at least partly Hyun-Joong was invincible. At least as long as the death kept his promise. Kept his end of the deal. Hyungseok disliked thinking about it. He had been younger, yes, but why had he made this deal? Given two lives of people he had loved dearly – as far as he remembered – for two other people he loved dearly. How had he been able to make this decision? He just could not understand. It was as if he was missing an important piece, a puzzle he had lost parts of. Confusing and overwhelming. “I promise I will be careful,” Hyungseok said gently and looked at the other. “I am not risking us.” He wanted Hyun-Joong to know, that what they had was even bigger than his magic. Yes, he loved his magic and it was important to him but if he had been ready to give away two people’s lives he had loved, how would he not be able to give away his magic for one he loved with his entire heart. “I promise.” He pecked the other’s lips gently.

“That is true,” Hyungseok said and shook his head amused. Hyun-Joong was definitely as stubborn as he was and he did not mind it. In fact he even found it kind of endearing and cute sometimes. He then shrugged. “Do not know. Maybe I am losing it. Or maybe it is good I am worried about it. Maybe it keeps me sane. You never know.” He chuckled gently and leaned onto Hyun-Joong. He just hoped it would turn out he was not crazy. That the missing pieces in his memory explained the things he was yet not able to fully understand.

A gentle chuckle left the wizard’s lips and he tilted his head. “You know, I can just make sure no one bothers us while I am in your room, right?” he said and winked. Making people forget what they wanted to say or do or even just protect a room from someone entering it was not a problem. Especially not if he was close. “You do not have to do whatever I want for a month,” he then said, laughing. “It’s tempting but… as long as you are happy I’d probably even kill for you.” He was joking, but partly he meant it. He wanted Hyun-Joong to be happy and he would give a life for it, yes. But the other did not need to know about that. Know that he did mean it. “So just be happy.” He kissed the other’s lips gently. “Very refreshing. I could make us an ice cake in summer. Even in winter, but in summer it is more refreshing.” He chuckled gently.
When the prince mentioned the possibility of him being unable to swim he blushed madly, his ears even going red. “You… cannot teach me,” he said and his lips. “Many have tried to teach me, no one was able to do so.” He rubbed his neck. Oh gosh, how embarrassing. “I am… just not too good with deep water.” Somehow it scared him but he did not know why.

A chuckle then left his lips and he kissed the other again, holding him close and moving slightly against the other. “Skip the swim and go to a secluded place sounds good,” he mumbled and kissed Hyun-Joong again, gently biting his bottom lip. “Explore the ruins and each other… that is very tempting.” He grinned and kissed the other’s neck slightly. “Let’s do that.”

@Park Hyungseok The wizard sounded so sure that it almost made the prince wonder how, but he figured it was just him posturing. Or like Hyun Joong himself, the man was overconfident. If it was one thing he recognized, it was the qualities his friend and he shared. The good and the bad. "How can you be so sure? And I know what you are, but you're not invincible. Just as I'm not." He frowned, wanting to make a point. And of course he didn't understand magic.The prince sighed. "Fine, but promise me you'll be careful." He wasn't worried about opening old wounds. That wouldn't be an issue anyway, because that wound had never closed. How could it when his friend's killer was still out there and his own father had been killed because of it. Nope, he needed the truth once and for all.

The elder nodded. "Yes. I say it now and I will keep saying it. You know I am just as stubborn as you." It was true. When they'd first become friends, they'd often tried to figure out who was the most stubborn, but it was never a definitive answer. Hyungseok knew most of his secrets and he was fairly sure they shared everything unless, like with him, it was something they'd promised to someone, so hearing this made him worry. "What kind of crazy? You're no more crazy than I am. I know you." He felt like his friend was trying to hide something from him and it didn't feel good. "Alright. I'll accept that." What else could he do and he normally wasn't one to pry or push, especially not where the wizard was concerned. He trusted him with his life, so it would be stupid to not trust him with everything else too. And while Hyun Joong was many things, stupid was not one of them. At least he didn't think it was.

While he knew his friend was joking, he was being honest. He had thought about it. A lot. He simply was calmer whenever Hyungseok was near and he certainly felt more loved. Yes yes. His mother loved him dearly and he was pretty sure his siblings did too, but this person wasn't family, so he was obligated the way the others were. That made him feel special. "Don't worry. No one comes into my room without knocking and waiting for my okay. Besides, that room is really too big for just me." He grinned. He had a whole wing to himself, but he pretty much stuck to his room when he was not working and was actually in the castle. "If you do that, I will do whatever you want for a month!" He was so excited about the prospect of having fresh fruit at his fingertips whenever he wanted it. The prince then nodded. "I will bring them some then. In the summer, it's my favorite way to eat ice. And it makes it so much more refreshing." He couldn't wait to play with the animals again. He was simply glad that Rufus liked him now. The first time they'd met, he'd just watched him for a while and when the prince had changed to his wolf form, he'd and cuddled him. After that, they got along fine.
Seeing the blush, he smiled. "I could keep my clothes on if you prefer?" He was teasing, but his friend was so cute. After all, they were both men. They had the same bodies, so he wasn't embarrassed. Furrowing his brows, he studied Hyungseok for a moment. "Can you not swim?" Oh boy. He had a great idea now. "I could either teach you or shift and you can ride on my back." He was an excellent swimmer in either form. "And I won't let you drown either way." The wizard needed to know he was safe.

Although he still had his pants on, the feeling of the other male's body pressing into his and rubbing against his manhood made him feel like he was would lose his mind. The moment the wizard kissed his neck though, he moaned and it wasn't a quiet sound. "Maybe I should skip the swim for now and we should find a nice secluded place in the ruins. We can always explore...the ruins or each other?" He had no problem with that at all.

@Kim Hyun-Joong Shaking his head gently, Hyungseok looked at the other and there was a gently smile on his lips. “I won’t get hurt, Hyun-Joong.” He could not imagine why he would get hurt in such a situation. Of course, if he mingled too much and got in between. But right now he did not believe something like this would happen to them. Why would it? “I am a magician, a wizard. I do stuff from afar. Getting into the line of weapons is rarely something I do.” He chuckled gently and looked at the other. “So no worries.” He smiled at Hyun-Joong. He was more worried for the other. Not only his physical state but more likely his mental state. They would have to rip the wound open again though he felt so bad about it. He really did not want that. He had the urge to protect the prince even though he knew there would not be an untimely death for the other. He had made sure of that.

“That is what you say now,” Hyungseok said and chuckled gently. He knew Hyun-Joong really meant it but Hyungseok did too. He was still scared. He couldn’t quite pinpoint why but something inside him told him that his parents had been so damn crazy that he had needed to distance himself from them. Though he was not sure why exactly. What if the same insanity got to him too? He could not risk anyone to get hurt. “I don’t exactly know why. But something tells me there is some crazy in me I need to protect you from.” He looked at Hyun-Joong and gently kissed the other’s fingers. “I will talk to you if something bothers me too much. Okay?” He hummed gently. He trusted the prince with his entire heart. Curiously he looked at the other and hummed. “What promise?” he asked then and nodded. A warm smile was seen on his lips. “Yes I know. Both of us probably feel the same.” He appreciated that Hyun-Joong wasn’t pushing more. Pressure would not be the best idea after all.

Surprised Hyungseok looked at Hyun-Joong. At had been a joke but now it made him blush. He had not expected the other to really mean it however it meant a lot to him. He rubbed his neck. “As long as I do not cause you trouble, I am fine with that.” He smiled at the other. Whenever he was around the prince it was so hard to notice anything else around him. “I can plant any kind of plants and create an environment that makes them grow.” It had been one of his very few first magical tricks he had had to learn. So of course he was really good with it.
“Not yet, no. So maybe try some herbs frozen inside,” he nodded. “But they are happy as long as you are giving them cuddles. They really enjoy them.” Even though Rufus could smell the wolf in Hyun-Joong, he still liked sleeping on the prince’s lap. Just like Hyungseok did.
A blush was seen on the younger's lips when Hyun-Joong started to strip. He did not like to admit that he couldn’t swim so he took off most of his clothes too. “I’ll get in the water with you. But make sure I can stand, yeah?” he huffed slightly. He didn’t want to embarrass himself in front of the other.

A surprised sound left Hyungseok’s lips and he moved against the other, pulling him close. “Well, I can surely help with that,” he whispered and kissed the other’s neck, using his lips slightly. It was way too was for the prince to make him lose his mind. And he enjoyed it way too much.

@Park Hyungseok Within his own kingdom, he was well loved and respected. He knew that there were royals who had people within their domain who would kill them given the chance, but that had never been a problem for him. It was strange though. He'd often been described as the brooding prince who was not to be messed with, which was true most of the time, but that didn't stop him from being loved. "I suppose you're right, but I don't want you hurt." He had no idea what they'd uncover.
It made him think back to when he used to play with the other prince. "How is Jinah doing anyway?" He hadn't asked previously for fear he would be told not to worry or that it was his fault, but he knew Hyungseok wouldn't do that and he remembered Jinah when he used to play with her brother. She had been so small and fragile. He had promised, along with her brother to take care of and protect her.

Hyun Joong just shook his head. "You won't make me crazy. Well, no more so than I already am. We are too much alike for that anyway." He wasn't worried. He just wanted to help. "What do you mean? What exactly would make me crazy?" He was slightly confused, but he knew his friend would never do anything to hurt him. The wizard's own words confirmed it. Squeezing his hand, he looked in the younger man's eyes. "I'm not going anywhere. I made a promise and I have to keep it." He was fairly sure that Hyungseok didn't know about his promise to the dead prince to protect Jinah. He had had a feeling something bad would happen too, but neither had known what it was.
"As long as you continue to do that, I won't push." He puffed his cheeks cutely, something he never did. "I appreciate that. You know that works both ways though. I'd do anything for you too." He kissed his cheek.

The prince chuckled and even blushed lightly. "I mean, I can do that too. In fact, I've thought about doing it, but didn't think you'd be comfortable." He would never say no to having Hyungseok in his arms. Even if all they did was sleep, he'd be content to have his friend so near. "Thank you. I take care of the garden a lot, but fruit trees and plants would be nice too and fragrant." He smiled at the thought, but he felt bad that his friend didn't have a place of his own.
"Ah. I see. Well, I'll make sure to get them both stuff they will like. Have they ever tried ice cubes with herbs frozen inside?" He was happy to be able to play his friend's pets, since he couldn't have any of his own. It wouldn't be fair to the animals. This was nice though. Just the two of them. No pressure. He didn't have to be the strong, smart, problem solving prince with the wizard. No. Hyun Joong could just be Hyun Joong which for him was a rarity. He was going to enjoy every moment. He knew the minute he walked back into the palace, he would be given a million problems and scenarios to deal with. Not to mention he had daily duties to attend to. When he saw the clear blue water, he smiled. "Aren't you going to swim with me?" He didn't want to swim alone. He put his bag down and begin to strip. First his shirt, then his pants.

"Oh really?" He raised a brow, but stalked towards his friend as if he were his prey. "I could use some relaxation right now." And he kissed him back, molding their bodies together and letting his hands fall to Hyungseok's , squeezing it gently.

@Kim Hyun-Joong "Maybe," Hyungseok said and his lips. "But it's an unsolved murder and we should probably figure it out." Though he was still scared something might turn out really badly. He did not want that at all. He did not want to cause some trouble that had calmed down. Yes, their kingdom's were somehow at war but at the moment it was pretty calm and being okay to get along. Especially as Hyun-Joong was offering a ball for the both kingdom.
"Do not worry. I will make sure we are all okay. I am there for the both of you." He winked at the other. "And I'll make sure she'll come. And if she doesn't I'll just pretend to be her." He winked at Hyun-Joong. Then again Jinah had siblings who could come and attend the ball so there was that.

Slowly Hyungseok nodded and looked at his friend. "I know. I am the most honest version of myself when I talk to you. It's just..." He bit his lip. "What if I make you go crazy too?" Hyungseok bit his lip. He had already used some kind of magic and spells people should definitely not know about. No matter how much he loved them. "You mean too much to.me to actually test it, you know? What if I end up losing you?" It had already been so damn close. So damn close to losing Hyun-Joong and he could never risk that. He would go crazy without him anyways so there was that.
"I do tell you most of my thoughts and things anyways. So do not worry." He pinched the other's cheek gently. "I'd do anything for you." Even fight death. Or at least trick death.

A chuckle left Hyungseok's lips, soft and gently. "Sounds good to me," he hummed and nodded. "Time to sneak me into your bedroom, you mean." He winked at the other and chuckled again. "I'll make sure to keep your courtyard the best place for you. I'll make it as nice as you'd like it to be." He was good with creating beautiful places, like a nice garden or a meadow with flowers or a home. Whatever people needed. He had learned a lot even though it had also cost him a lot as well.
"Mateo sometimes tries Rufus' food but it depends what it is. He is fine with his own food though." He smiled slightly. "They are very happy with water and herbs. They love that stuff. Or ice cubes in summer." He shook his head amused. "Of in winter. You never know." He laughed slightly and looked at Hyun-Joong. He was so glad they had each other. It did not always had to be important topics they were talking about and it meant a lot. While in the castle he mostly had some royal tall but here, despite Hyun-Joong being a prince, they could just enjoy themselves.
"Time to swim. At least for you." He would not go deep into the water. Even though he was so good with magic, he was unable to get to know how to swim at all. He'd tried a few times but never had been able to learn it.

"Well, maybe I am planning a full body massage, huh?" He wiggled his eyebrows. "And some relaxing. In all the ways possible." He winked and kissed the other shortly. They were already pretty close to the ruins.

@Park Hyungseok Hyun Joong had often dreamed and thought of the scent he'd smelled. It was an odd one too. Unlike anything he'd smelled before or since. "It wasn't human or canine whatever it was." He still had no idea how to describe it. While he knew his friend was trying to help him, he was hesitant to accept the offer. "I don't know if that's a good idea. And don't you think Jinah needs it more than I do. I mean, I know my no one in our kingdom killed him." When he said he'd have killed anyone from his kingdom if they were the one who did it, he wasn't speaking metaphorically. He would have literally ripped them to shreds. The prince had been like a brother to him.

He laughed then. "Do you remember who you're talking to? Of course I know how hard it is. I struggle with it everyday, but not with you. I can always talk to you and tell you whatever craziness is going on in my head. I just want you to know that you can do the same." He wouldn't judge and would help as best he could. "Thank you. That's good enough for me then." He wouldn't push him, because he hated to be pushed.
"Yes. Fine fine. Whatever she needs. I'm not opposed to her having a lot of security, but I do promise no one will harm her or the rest of your kingdom. If they do, I will personally take care of it." He was trying to create peace once more and he wouldn't let anyone derail that. "Well, I want to do it in my palace. That way, I can make sure only those from the two kingdoms are there. I just want to get back to the way things used to be."

The prince nodded. "Then I will sneak you into the palace when we get back. I'd like you to put them in the garden, but that's in the heart of the courtyard. It's my favorite place to relax and think." He spent more time there than anywhere else. At night, sometimes, he'd go there to look at the stars and the moon. The idea of having fruit trees and plants with citrus and tropical fruits excited him greatly. Their witch could probably do it, but aside from Hyungseok, Hyun Joong didn't trust anyone with magic. He parents trusted her, so he left her alone, but he didn't have to do so just because his mom did and his dad had. After all, he was his own person.
Hyun Joong chuckled at the thought of the animals eating like humans. "So does Mateo also eat grilled food or is that just Rufus?" He was really curious now about the way they ate.
If he didn't know better, he'd think his friend had put a spell on him. He'd never before felt so much passion for anyone. Just the idea of being alone with him gave the elder so many feelings and desires. Sure he'd read about being ual and even learned from others how and what to do, but he didn't think he'd need that with the way his instincts were kicking in. "Yes. Let's hurry. I think I'm ready for a swim." He grinned, needing to get out of his clothes as fast as possible.

Whoa! He wasn't expecting that response, but he would definitely take it. "So does that mean you want me during out whole trip. Why Hyungseok, here I was thinking you were trying to help me relax when you're really trying to take advantage of me." He couldn't hide his grin. He so enjoyed teasing his friend, but at the moment, it was making him hard just thinking about what might happen.

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@Kim Hyun-Joong Slowly Hyungseok nodded and listened. He did remember having to go to the place where it had happened and he did remember feeling a weird vibe around it. But actually a foreigner? Not a surprise but very possible. He nodded slowly and his lips. "I... If you take me to the place again," he started and took a shaky breath. "Maybe I can figure something out. Find out what happened or something." He could not promise it but he would try. "If... It might give you closure?" He his lips and looked at the other male. He would do anything for him.
"I know," he then said and huffed. "It's just... Hard for me, you know? Talking about something I am insecure about. I am working on it, but it is just not easy for me." He his lips and looked at Hyun-Joong. "I will try my best and be careful." He smiled at him and squeezed the other's hand. "I promise." And it was a promise he intended to keep.
"A Ball? Mh, depends. She might do that but... Only with a lot of security. And she'd probably take me with her too." He chuckled gently. As protection even though he knew she did probably not need it. At least not from the Royals. "Why? Will you do it on the Neutral Territory or in your Kingdom?"

For a moment Hyungseok thought and wiggled his head a bit. "The closer, the better. It's easier to hide my traces then. I can do it from here too but the outcome will be a lot less cool from here." He huffed a bit. "So it's possible." Not super perfect from their current spot, but possible. How lucky they were, that Hyungseok was friend to both kingdom. If he had bad dreams or wished for the future he could so easily harm both kingdoms and barely anyone would notice. That was pretty horrible. Luckily they were safe with him and he was glad about it.
"Uff, good question. Mateo likes a lot of things. Meat, vegetables, he is not picky. Rufus on the other hand... He likes grilled food. Meat, vegetables are only good when grilled." His pets were pretty weird but he loved them dearly.
Surprised Hyungseok looked at Hyun-Joong and then smiled. He liked this. How possessive the prince was with him. Usually he was not a fan of this but right now? It made him feel wanted and, well, hot. "Then let's hurry so you can have me all to yourself." He winked and pecked the other's lips again, slowly, before he hummed.

"Oh you surely will not need them," Hyungseok said and wiggled his eyebrows. Luckily he was pretty confident with his own body. He knew other's might not like it but he felt safe in his body. "So, that is good." He grinned at the other while he kept moving. Gosh now he was even more excited. Just spending time with the other was already great but this? This made it even better.

@Park Hyungseok He hated his past. Why did people have to do stupid things? Why did people have to hurt others? He just couldn't understand it. As for not wanting to cause more problems, he was way past that. "There's something I should tell you. I've never told anyone, but the day they found his body, I smelled a foreigner in our lands. I never did figure out who it was, but I'll bet they were the one who killed the prince." It made him want to run away and find them and torture them for what they'd done. Death was too good for this person as far as he was concerned. The prince just sighed. "Why do you think we get along? I'm not good with failure either and as for my mom? She would have been pissed at me and not talk to me for days, but then she'd have heard me out and I could have made her understand. She's not as bad as she tries to appear. Besides, who would run the kingdom if she exiled me and who would take care of her?" He smirked because he knew he had made a good point. "Just promise me you'll be careful." He knew the wizard was scared for him, but he was just as scared for the wizard.
"Really?" He remembered the plan he'd been making and this would be the perfect opportunity to do it. "Do you think if I threw a Ball, that you could convince Jinah to come as well as the rest of the Raven kingdom?" It was time to end this stupid feud and he had to at least try. This way, they could do it in a peaceful setting and have fun together. Hopefully they would be able to work out something.

Hyun Joong frowned. This was a surprise to him. "So, how close to the spot you're putting it do you need to be?" They had a huge garden that he loved spending time in and if he could have his favorite fruit growing there, he would be so happy and grateful. "I would never be around, so it wouldn't be fair to the animal." He laughed instead of being offended. "Well then, I feel very special and flattered. Tell Rufus I'm going to bring him something special. What do they like by the way?" He might not be an actual dog, but he was also part canine.
The offer made his blood suddenly surge through his veins. It was a serious turn on to think of being ual in nature. He was a wolf after all and the outdoors was his natural playground. "I agree. I want you all to myself. In case you don't know, I'm a very selfish prince." He grinned and winked, because truly, he wasn't, but with Hyungseok he was.

Hyun Joong wasn't completely ignorant of his friend's abilities, but this one he was. It was a good thing too. Seeing those memories wouldn't pull him apart though. On the contrary, they would make him more like his 18 year old self when he'd gone inside of himself instead of talking to others about his pain. How could he when no one would understand?
"Oh is that so? Then perhaps I don't need the clothes I brought with me after all." He winked at him and squeezed his hand. If it'd been free he would have put it on the wizards . He did so love his friend's .

@Kim Hyun-Joong “I know,” Hyungseok said and gently cupped Hyun-Joong’s cheek. “I know and I believe you. I know how much it means to you. And how terrible the past of the kingdom’s was.” And Hyungseok had never dared to figure out what had happened exactly. What if it turned out to be something to create an even bigger war? No. He could not risk that. Not risk losing Jinah or Hyun-Joong in a war they both should never fight in. “I did not tell you, because I am not good with failure. If I told someone I would have put so much more pressure on myself. And imagine your mother would have found me. If you knew… it could have meant war. Or exile.” He gently took the other’s hand and shook his head. “I know I am reckless and crazy. But I cannot pull you into my crazy. You mean too much to me.” He his lips and looked at the other. “It wasn’t well thought through. I know. And I know I could have asked you. But it… whenever I have an idea it gets to my head and I do not think it through.” And he felt sorry about that but sadly this was who he was. He was someone who first tried his ideas out and then talked about them. Or never talked about them.
“It works,” he then said and looked at the other. “It works already.” He smiled gently. “Which also means you can enter the Raven’s kingdom without anyone knowing. I can make sure of that.” They both knew Hyungseok was a chaotic one and he did not give a lot to peace or war, he did not care about that. But if it made Hyun-Joong and Jinah happy, he would do anything for them. For them he wanted peace.

“I could actually create a spot for any fruit you want in any territory, if that helps,” Hyungseok explained and grinned at the other. He might not be the strongest, but he was probably the cleverest. And he knew a spell for most things. Just like fruit. “If you’d like to.” He then hummed and nodded. “They like you. Even Roof does and he is very picky with any creature.” He chuckled slightly. “Especially with, well, dogs.” He teased the other with that, knowing clearly that he was not a dog.
A blush was seen on the wizard’s cheeks when he heard Hyun-Joong’s words and it made him feel hot and tingly – he liked that. “Well, I could hide us.” He winked at him and kept moving with Hyun-Joong. “But some privacy would be very nice, yes.”

Slowly Hyungseok nodded. “Maybe, yeah,” he said gently. If he concentrated he could probably find traces of this past. But he was not sure if he wanted to tell the other that. That he could probably show him bits and pieces of this past. What if it hurt the other more? Pull him apart.
“Well, I do not mind you swimming .” He grinned at the other and kept walking, holding Hyun-Joong’s hand close. He wanted to be with him, be happy with him.

@Park Hyungseok Hyun Joong listened. He wasn't angry, just frustrated and even a little hurt. "Why didn't you just ask me to get the herb for you? If anyone had caught you, you could have been killed. Then who would I have?" He'd lost his best friend before. He couldn't go through that again. He didn't think his poor heart could handle it. He could understand his reasoning and it was sweet and thoughtful, but it was flawed as well. "You think I am afraid to get in trouble? I'm always getting yelled at for something, but I don't really care. This who things is stupid. Our kingdoms use to be friends. Why does that have to change? Yes, your prince died in Wolf territory. My father was killed by one of your own. I'm not out to kill everyone who lives in your kingdom though. Honestly, I get why this happened, but I still say it wasn't one of us who killed the prince. You know me. And you know he was my best friend. How many times did we get in trouble together? Or break rules together? Why does no one understand that I would be the first to admit and find the culprit if they were in my kingdom?" He was worked up. No one ever listened to him and if they did, all of the violence could have been avoided. They could live in peace once again. He took a deep breath and sighed it out. "When will you know if it works?"

The prince grinned. "I thought I felt someone watching me.Yea, the shopkeeper was nice until he found out who I was. I mean I get it. He doesn't want to lose his shop, but all I wanted was fruit. I paid for it and left. I wasn't trying to cause problems." He knew the other would have helped him had he asked, but he didn't want to bother him. Instead, he smiled. "Thanks. I may just do that next time." He grinned. He really had a soft spot for all animals, so the thought of playing with his friend's pets made him happy. "Maybe I should get a pet." He laughed. "Then again, when would I have time to take care of it or play with it." He knew he didn't have much time for himself, let alone a creature that depended on him. "Not that I would mind that, but I'd rather be hidden away from the world so I can do more than just kiss you." He'd never done anything ual before, although he'd had men and women "accidentally" touch his or brush his crotch. It never effected him though, so he chose to ignore it. "Lead the way." He followed the wizard.

Shrugging, he had to admit the truth. "It sounds like a place I would go with my dad when I was a pup and a teen, before he died. I can't be sure until I see it though, because it's been so long." He was 30 now, so it had been over 15 years. He was excited though to see it and to be alone in the serenity with Hyungseok. "Oh maybe we can play in the water, although I didn't bring a my trunks." Swimming wouldn't bother him though. He was very secure in his size and virility.

@Kim Hyun-Joong “I know but,” Hyungseok hesitated. This could cause some trouble and anger and he did not want Hyun-Joong to be angry at him. “Okay, listen. Do not get angry at me for this. And please trust me that I did not do it for anyone or to hurt your kingdom.” He his lips. “I found a way to enter your kingdom. Without anyone knowing. Without them realizing I was there. Or them smelling me.” He rubbed his neck. “I needed a certain type of herbs and they only grow in your kingdom so…” He bit his lip and looked at Hyun-Joong. He felt guilty for not telling the other but it had been better like this. “I did not want you to be in any kind of trouble if anyone figured it out so…” He rubbed his neck shyly as he looked at his friend. “In case it would not have worked, I did not want you to know about it. It would have gotten you into too much trouble and I could not have risked that. Only Mateo and Rufus knew about it. I told no one else.” He gently took Hyun-Joong’s hands. “I… also thought that… if it works… I can help you. And your kingdom.” His magic left no traces, none of his spells had done and he knew this might be some kind of crazy and dangerous, but he had always been this kind of person. Walking the line between sanity and utter craziness. One of the few things he had from his parents.

A chuckle left Hyungseok’s lips and he shook his head. “I noticed. I was wondering what you were doing there.” He smiled softly at the other. “I can get you some new fruits if you want to. And I can take Mateo and maybe even Roof with me then.” He wanted to support Hyun-Joong. And even if he did not really like his mother, he did not want his friend to be in any pain or trouble. And that did mean his mother had to be healthy. “I will play with them and you can play with them too.” He grinned brightly at Hyun-Joong and nodded. “Well, we should get going or I’ll keep kissing you until tomorrow.” He laughed, this time a little shyly but still bold and brave. Something he was surprisingly good in. He then looked at Hyun-Joong, making his way into the right direction.

“It does,” Hyungseok said and looked at the other. “Sounds like you have been there before.” He chuckled. It was not impossible, as he was not protecting the entire set of ruins but just a few rooms from anyone but himself. “It’s beautiful. There is a waterfall too. So pretty!” Almost as beautiful as Hyun-Joong when he smiled and his eyes seemed to shine so bright. But he could not say this out loud, could he?

@Park Hyungseok The offer of help was admirable and even appreciated. There was just one small problem. "How would you help. Mom and my siblings would smell you the moment you stepped into the kingdom." The witch had put up protections to keep smells outside the kingdom out. It had been a problem for the pups and young wolves. "Don't get me wrong. I would love the help, but trying to calm my family down if they smell a non wolf is not the easiest thing in the world. And mom is strong." Physically, she was even stronger than him. He really didn't want to fight with his family either, but if he had to for the kids, he would.
His mom had a soft spot for them too. "And let's not forget Gyuri. If she finds out you're helping me, she'll curse us both." The witch did an adequate job of protecting their kingdom, but this was something he'd rather his friend help with.

"Aw. Poor baby. I would come visit him, but I already risked being in your kingdom when I went to your market to get some fresh fruit. We were out of tropical fruits and mom was getting sick so I wanted to make her a fruit smoothie." He didn't want to chance anyone catching him again since it would cause a huge problem if the acting queen found out. Tha twas the last thing he needed. "Huh. I'm sure Mateo likes her too, but when you get back, tell him I'll play with him soon and he can crawl all over me." He grinned.
"Yup." The prince wrapped his free arm around the man's waist and pulled him against his body. Was he imagining things or did he feel the need of his friend for so much more? He certainly was in no position to say no. First, they needed to get to their destination though. He didn't want to do too much out here in the open where anyone could stumble upon them. He'd have to deal with hell when he got home if that happened.
"Oh I plan to." He planned to do so much more than that too. He stared into the other's eyes with barely contained excitement and not just for this getaway.

This all sounded vaguely familiar to the prince and he chewed his lip trying to remember why. Then, it hit him. "Is there a bridge to get to this place and it's surrounded by water?" He had an idea of where they were headed now. Well, at least he had an idea of what it looked like. If he was thinking of the same place that is. He'd loved it as a kid and he would have even more reason to love it now.

@Kim Hyun-Joong Curiously Hyungseok listened to Hyun-Joong and smiled then. Of course the other made sure all the kids were okay. He always tried to give them all his best and it made the wizard feel even happier on the inside. He had never been too fond of humans, simply because they were ridiculously evil creatures that wanted power over everything. But children were soft. Creative, curious and especially honest. Hyungseok liked that a lot. He smiled warmly and looked at Hyun-Joong, pecking his lips shorty. The man would give this kingdom a good future.
"You know, I could help with the ventilation system if you'd like me to?" He offered and tilted his head curiously. Of course he wanted to help, he wanted Hyun-Joong to be happy and content.

"No, he was moping already when he saw me pack," Hyungseok said and pointed to his rather small backpack. He had used magic, of course, but that didn't mean he hadn't packed properly. "I told Jinah to cuddle them but you know how they are. Though Roof was pretty okay with it." He chuckled again. He would love to see the prince play with his closest creatures again, it always filled him with joy.
"Really?" He grinned and tiptoed, hands behind Hyun-Joong's neck and pulling him down a little so he could kiss him again. This time he was less soft but so much more passionate. Oh gosh, this felt so good. Like it was putting himself on fire and he loved it. Loved this feeling. Loved Hyun-Joong. Ohhh he probably should not speak this out loud. He gently on the other's bottom lip before he parted again.
"Feel free to kiss me anytime too." Oh yes, please. He had never thought he'd be this needy for something that was so absurd to him. But with the prince it was so good.

Grinning brightly Hyungseok took Hyun-Joong's hand and started walking. "I will show you! It's a place around the mountains where it is still full of forests. It's an old ruin I found a few years back and I've made sure to keep it in shape!" Or at least a few rooms. "I locked the rooms magically soooo we have it for just the two of us!" He winked at Hyun-Joong. "The area around it is really beautiful too!"

@Park Hyungseok Hyun Joong's mind jumped from one topic to the next, so much so that his hand could barely keep up. He even had thoughts on how to make the kingdom better. For starters, it would be very hot soon and he wanted to make sure the orphans had a cool place to stay. The orphanage's ventilation and air flow wasn't ideal for that. No, he was going to bring them all to stay at the palace until he could get the building that housed them update. When he heard his friend, he looked up. "Oh just whatever thoughts I don't want to forget. At the moment, I'm making plans to bring the orphans to the palace until I can have the orphanage updated for better ventilation."

The prince just nodded. "Did you tell him I would be going too? He may have wanted to come then." And just like that, cocky Hyun Joong came out to play. "Please do. I miss the little fellows. Although, Mateo freaks me out sometimes. He's just so fast." He'd once jumped on him in his human form and had crawled into his shirt. It had made him nearly lose his mind, until Hyungseok had explained the little creature was seeking warmth. When he was kissed, he grinned like an idiot. "Oh really? Well, feel free to do it as often as you like. I have no objections." The more they kissed, the better. He loved the feeling of the wizard's lips and so did other parts of his body apparently.

He smiled, packing his journal back into his bag. "So, where are we headed?" He was excited and hoped it was somewhere fun. Regardless of where they went though, he knew they'd have a good time. They always did when they were together. "Ready to go?" He couldn't wait to be away from the kingdoms.

@Kim Hyun-Joong A chuckle left Hyungseok's lips when he saw that Hyun-Joong was writing. it was interesting and he tilted his head curiously. He could read, actually he had an easy time remebering even the smallest of things when it came to words. Faces not so much, but names and words and spells were vivid as colour and music was to him. They had their own music, their own colours and he loved it so damn much. And he was thankful for it. He tilted his head curiously. "What are you writing?" It actually was okay if the other was telling him to not put his nose into it but he had always been curious and would always be.

"I know," Hyungseok said and chuckled then. "But Mateo doesn't like adventures as much as I do and he gets lonely whenever Rufus is not with him. I can take them to our meetup next time though!" He smiled brightly at Hyun-Joong and then, without warning, leaned forward and kissed the other. Gently and soft, but he had wanted to do this all damn day and it was stuck in his head. kissing Hyun-Joong was great. It felt like his energy levels were filled immediately and all he wanted to do was hold the other close and kiss him again and again and again. He then separated again and looked at the prince. "I wanted to kiss you again ever since we last saw each other," he said and grinned at him.

When they had first kissed he had felt shy and a bit surprised, overwhelmed probably. But now he felt brave and excited and he wanted to see what Hyun-Joong wanted to do. If he had decided to not kiss him again, they would see where to go from there. But as long as he had the other with him, he was happy.

@Park Hyungseok Hyun Joong had brought his journal with him, since he'd had a million thoughts plaguing his mind. While he waited, he figured it'd be a good idea to get them out of his head. He didn't even realize that Hyungseok was late. After all, he was always early. For EVERYTHING. It sometimes annoyed his family, but he figured the sooner he showed up, the sooner he could leave. It came in handy when his siblings were late and he left early. His mom never got upset with him. The biggest thing on his mind though was what to do about the throne. With his sister not wanting it, his mom was again after him to ascend in his father's steps.

Each time she brought it up, he thought of the wizard and how he didn't want some title to dictate who he could and could not marry. Besides, marrying a girl just to become king would be very selfish. Yes most people would describe him as such, but he wasn't that bad. How could he eternally tie himself to someone he would never love? Both of them would be miserable. It made him more resolved than ever to do what he truly wanted. As he continued to write, he imagined what Hyungseok would say if he knew all that the young prince was dealing with. He'd likely tell him he should be a good son, but follow his heart. That was the problem. He had no idea what his heart wanted. It had been so long since he'd listened to it that now he rarely heard it.

Looking up, he smiled. "That's okay. They love you. You could have brought them. I like Mateo." He was feisty and funny. Hyun Joong had played with him once before and had enjoyed it immensely. He liked Rufus too, but Rufus didn't seem to like him very much. He probably smelled the wolf in him.

@Kim Hyun-Joong Running a tiny bit late, Hyungseok rushed to their meeting point. Telling Jinah about him being gone for the weekend had been easy, but telling Mateo and Rufus to listen to him and be good. But neither his ferret nor his cat really liked listening to him once he left them alone for a few hours so he doubted they would listen to him once he was gone for a few days. Well, that was that. He had used some extra magic on them to make sure the food filled itself up, the same with the water. And of course make sure they were safe and sound.

So now he was a little alte but just a few minutes. He could see Hyun-Joong from afar and a bright grin was on his face. He had dreamed of him. Of course he had dreamed of him. It was not the first time but it was the first time he had actually dreamed of kissing and touching him. And never had it ever made him react to it - but now it did.make him feel so many things and he wanted to share it with Hyun-Joong. He wanted to show and tell him and see what the prince was feeling and seeing.

Of course he had stopped by to repair some broken barriers he had put up on his way but now he was free of any duties and here to just see Hyun-Joong.
"Sorry, Mateo was complaining way too much," he said and pouted a bit. "You know, stubborn ferret."