↬ Jeju

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon felt his lips spread in a smile when the other praised him so much and told him to stop making him blush, which had him chuckle very softly. "It's not on purpose. I don't want you to be uncomfortable around me and from what I say or do." He spoke and brushed his waist with his hand, loving to have him in his arms, never wanting to let go again. "But I really want you, and be with you." He added and let him get a kiss on his cheek before letting go again.

When Hyungwon handed him the outfit, he took it and chuckled. "It's fine." He replied and slipped off his shirt, showing the fine abs and tattoos on his upper body. He wasn't a shy person, so stripping his shirt in front of the other wasn't a problem for him. When he mentioned blood, he hummed. "I work with blood every day or something, so I never mind me getting blood all over." He spoke and took the white shirt and put on.

After changing the clothes, he let Hyungwon get changed too. He would let him put the make up on, and the blood, so he sat in the kitchen and waited while Peaches was being pet by him. Clearly the cat liked him, and he too liked her back. It made him want a cat too, but he would be sad to have to leave it all the time and it would be a shame to have other people needing to watch it. "Such a little sweetheart..." He muttered to the small animal and smiled to himself.

@† Jooheon By the time they were done, all that's left to do is change and well, wait by the door for tricksters asking for treats. Everything went so smoothly with Jooheon helping him around that they still have time to change and he did just that and doing it on Peaches first. Chuckling softly as she grumbled yet obediently got dressed, Hyungwon rushed back to where Jooheon is and pulled him to his bedroom as that's where the costumes are but before he could close the door, he felt those sturdy arms around him once again and he felt like he'll melt. Hyungwon lets out a deep breath and his limbs loosened as he leaned against Jooheon.

"One, you smell so good. Two, you're so comfy to hug, and three, please stop making me blush. I look like I'm just about to explode. I can feel all the blood rushing to my face. Why must you be this sweet, huh? You're reeling me in too fast so that I can't get away?" Hyungwon chuckled and pulling his face away from Jooheon's chest, he peppered playful kisses all over the latter's face and the last one on his lips. "I really really really like you. . . baby~" Hyungwon muttered shyly and slowly pulled away from him as he made his way to the closet, handing Jooheon a pack of vampire costume.

"Here you go. I'm sure this will fit you well but if it doesn't, is it okay if I dress you? I mean, a white button up shirt and some black jeans will do and hmmm. . . some fake blood. Are you okay with that or are you one to get queasy with anything blood related?" He asked as he didn't want to make Jooheon do more than what he already did or something that he's uncomfortable with. The point of this night is to have fun with him and he's not about to ruin it with something as simple as their costume for tonight.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon walked around in the place with the other by hand and he let him fill the basket with stuff they needed, smiling whenever something cute or wild was being added. He didn't mind the rest of the place looking weirdly at them in any way, so he figured to just let them look and feel indifferent about it. But he felt inside the blizz of holding his hand in his own anf the way he almost hugged him by the side by the line to the cashier.

When they got to the end, they put the groceries up and Hyungwon paid, which, to be honest, annoyed him as he wished for always paying for the other. It would mean much to him, but of course the other also should have the chance to spoil him back. As they returned to the car, he let the other kiss his hand, smiling whenever he did and gave it a squeeze back. He couldn't do the same much as he needed his hand to drive of course.

"New years? In Seoul would be amazing. It's something completely different from this place I am sure. The music and fireworks are so wild." He replied smiling wide. "I would love to have you for new tears at my place." He quickly added and leaned over, kissing his cheek. As they returned home, they unpacked the car and he helped Hyungwon with placing the different things where they belonged.

Hearing him say that he could always tell him whatever he needed, wanted or wished, had him smile. He pulled him into his arms, wanting to look him in his eyes. "You are so amazing. I have said that some times now, but it only gets more and more for me and I am so happy that I have met you. For now, always you. And I want us to be together." He spoke softly while looking at him, then kissed him gently but firmly.

@† Jooheon Trying to focus on the task at hand, he failed miserably at it as the whole time they were just all lovey dovey inside the grocery store and Jooheon's words are still ringing in his ears. 'You really are amazing.' Hearing those words in his mind again had him blushing profusely as he now walks both of them back to the front of the store and since it's jam packed inside, they have no choice but to stand in this line with almost five people in front of them and with his arm wrapped around Jooheon's. He didn't care if people are looking at them, some with a kind gaze, others with disgusted look on their faces but he's way past the point of caring.

"Also, after the kids are done with trick or treat, maybe we can light up some sparklers I had left over from last year. I kinda celebrated New Years alone with Peaches and just bought some but customers came to the cafe even if it was closed, saw me, and they stayed so it wasn't too bad but I hope that this coming new year, I'm able to spend it with you. I wouldn't mind visiting you in Seoul with Peaches too."

Hyungwon expressed. It's been so long since he felt this way, the utter willingness to go above and beyond for someone he loves and he will do anything and everything to keep Jooheon happy. Finally reaching the cashier, he helped load the stuff on the counter and immediately paid for their stuff, helping Jooheon carry some of the bags and driving back to their place with him holding Jooheon's hand as he drove, kissing the back of his hand from time to time as well.

"Jooheon, if there's anything you want or need, please do tell me, okay? Even if it's future plans, or maybe stuff about our arrangement and visits and such, please let me know. It'll be hard for you to uproot yourself from Seoul and I'm not asking you to but I'll do anything to make sure that our relationship works and that you feel that I want this too." Hyungwon muttered softly with a smile on his lips as he glanced at the latter.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon loved the way the other was so caring, and helpfull and always there whenever he had to say or do something to him. He was already quite in love with him, despite the short moment they had known each other. How that could happen so fast, was a mystery for him really. But he knew he couldn't leave and forget him again, and he would refuse to anyway.

"Sure, something sweet would be nice after our pizza. And chocolate would fit in well too, yes." He replied and let the other give him a hand out of the car when he opened his door. He smiled wide and had him wrap his arm around him, loving the attention he was receiving.

As they walked inside the store, he was just as surprised as Hyungwon about the many people, despite not having been there that much before. "Let's get our things quickly then." He said and chuckled to himself. "Here... Let me take this and you can add the groceries in then." He mentioned and took the basket from his hand. It felt more right for him to carry it and have the other have free hands.

When the other kissed him, he was a little taken aback, but did kiss him back. He was smiling more then and the fluttering inside had his stomach turn in happiness. "You really are amazing..." He said and brushed his cheek with his other hand, smiling sweetly at him as he couldn't but not to.

@† Jooheon Hyungwon felt like he's going to smoke up in flames with Jooheon's words. Not once did he ever felt such gentleness and love in his life that now he's encountered with it, his heart flutters and sings with joy but he's often left not knowing what to do. Settled in the car and ready to leave, Hyungwon pulled out of the garage and took the same road going to their favorite place and as he does so, he played some music as well, nothing too loud so as it doesn't disrupt the mood, holding Jooheon's hand by now with their fingers entwined, kissing the back of it as he continued to speak to him.

"Pizza would be amazing. . . and some chicken, I think, you know, just in case we pick something heavy for our drinks. I think I'll be making something that's just for us too. How does some chocolate dipped potato chips sound like? Or fruits?" He suggested and kept driving until they reached the said grocery store that is still packed even though the festivities are already starting around the area, mainly the beach.

"Wow. I've never seen this place still packed at this hour. Oh well, it's Halloween. They're probably doing some sort of event too." He chuckled and finally hopped out of the car and walking towards Jooheon's side, opening the door for him. "After you, good looking sir." Hyungwon giggled and once out, he wrapped his arms around the latter's and walked inside the store, not caring if people are glancing at them, especially those who live around his area or are his customers, which he already noticed a few.

With a basket in his right hand, he walks with Jooheon around the store until they got to the area they need to be, his eyes wandering around and once it's only them there, he whips his head to face the other quickly, stealing a kiss on his lips and cheeks. "That's for earlier and for always making me blush. . ." He muttered softly, a soft grin on his lips as he tried to look nonchalant with what he just did.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon understood from Hyungwon that they did have a little hurry, but they would be able to take the time they needed. He was quite happy about that, since he was not good at things going too fast, despite knowing that happens a lot in his area of work. But he wouldn't mind keeping it in a slower mood, so they wouldn't get stressed before the whole party would start. That he would be sad about.

"Good, then let's do that." He replied and smiled over at him, brushing his cheek a short moment. "You are really sweet when you blush... You should know that." He said kindly and smiled before pecking his lips gently. "I wish I could just stay here and kiss your lips all the time." He muttered, but it was audible for the other to hear.

He nodded as he understood and hummed shortly. "Alright, I am ready for all." He mentioned with a cute grin and brushed a hand over Hyungwon's waist, then pulled away again. "I wouldn't mind something like pizza or such?" He suggested when Hyungwon suggested the take away. Jooheon stretched from the long time in bed and fixed his clothes again. "Let's get started then." He suggested and smiled before he walked out of the bedroom to the living room.

"Let's drink as much as we want. That could be fun." He playfully said and winked at the other, grinning cutely. He quickly nodded. "Now let's get out to shop." He said firmly and smiled before walking out to get to the place for the car, so they could go to the store and get all the necessary things.

@† Jooheon What happened next wasn't something that Hyungwon was expecting given that Jooheon hasn't really shown his mischievous side to him. . . at least not until this moment. Seeing the latter's smirk and him being pinned down and as he hovered over Hyungwon, his cheeks felt burning, his ears and neck red as well from blushing profusely and even as they pulled away from one another, he's still feeling flustered from what just happened.

"Y-Yes, we have to move on. . . baby. . ." Hyungwon muttered shyly and upon hearing the question, he nodded and pursed his lips. "That's the ideal time so that we get to see the start of the festivities, especially the fireworks but we can take our time, it's not like the events will stop after two hours. It usually lasts until the wee hours of the morning but during that time, we'll mostly get teens and adults trick or treating and some weird but funny stuff happening with whoever stumbles on our door."

Chuckling softly as he recalled his fair share of craziness during this event in this small town, Hyungwon was about to get up but once again halts in place as Jooheon kissed him, that gentle touch on his cheek making him feel that bubbling in his stomach again and that giddiness almost making him shiver. Biting his lip as he tried to suppress a wide grin to show on his face, he got up and fixed his clothes too, leading them out of the house and heading towards the garage, nodding to Jooheon's question.

"Yes, I do. Why? Would you like to grab something to drink as well?" He asked, curious gaze on the latter as he opened the passenger door for him and hopping inside the car as well. "Should we just also grab some takeout so that we won't have to cook tonight since we'll be busy giving out candies? What do you think? Anything you're in the mood for?"

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon luckily didn't snore as he would hate that to be something at the first the other would find out, but that wasn't a problem really. He was a very soft breather, so no mess with having the other stay awake because he could have been making noises. His whole body felt so relaxed and it was simply amazing to feel this way. The guy, the place, the sleeping together, all was just wonderful. How could he ever let this go? He would wish for something more between them, and that they could be together more than just once a month or so.

Feeling the brush to his cheek, he imagined all the wonders in the world and he inhaled and exhaled like he was on some cloud really. As the other started moving around a bit, he started waking up a little, but when Hyungwon had moved on top of him, his eyes opened a bit, before he smirked a little, hearing him be called baby made him feel over the moon.

So he put his hands on Hyungwon's thighs underneath, and lifted them, turning them easily around on the bed, so he was lying on top of the other, with some air between them so he could look down at him, smirking a little more. "Morning Love. Yes, it's perfect, but we need to move on if we have to get ready." He replied and still smiling, his cute dimples showed before he pecked his lips in a cute manor. Gently letting go of the other so they could get up from the bed again.

"We need to get it all done in two hours?" He asked from looking at the clock as well, thinking about what they had to do for getting all together. The dressing up was also a thing they had to do in a short matter of time. With a soft hand, he brushed Hyungwon's cheek and gave his lips the cute peck before moving to the edge of the bed, then got up from it. "Do you drink at Halloween?" He asked curiously as he fixed his clothes again.

@† Jooheon Hyungwon never imagined that this day would come, the day that he'll no longer wake up breaking in sweat after a horrific nightmare. It's become of his life, became the norm, that he just accepted that it's something he'll experience no matter what, but waking up with such a lighthearted feeling, a smile on his lips, and the most beautiful and kind man next to him, he couldn't help but swoon and bite his lip to keep himself from squealing like a teenage boy seeing his crush. Taking a few deep breaths, letting them out and laying as still as he could, Hyungwon glanced at the wall clock hanging atop the TV in his room and noticed that it's almost six in the evening.

Calculating the time, they still have at least two hours to spare before the festivities and actual trick or treat begins in the neighborhood. Gently brushing the back of his hand against Jooheon's cheek, Hyungwon found himself staring at his plump lips and without any hesitation, swallowing the shyness he's been feeling when it comes to skinship with the latter, he leaned forth and placed a soft kiss on Jooheon's lips. "Hey, I know it's very comfy cuddling like this but we have to head out now and buy some candies and chocolates for the kiddos."

Without much success, Hyungwon thought of another way to wake up the latter, thinking that he shouldn't be too subtle this time, and sort of being in a playful mood, he then sneaks up on Jooheon, sitting on his lower stomach to avoid putting pressure on his abdomen and make him feel sick, he plopped on top of him, much like what Peaches does whenever they cuddle together. Thinking of how he could amp it up further, the idea he had got him red in the face but he did it anyway, hoping that this time around, Jooheon finally wakes up.

"Jooheon, wake up, please. . . b-baby. . ." As his voice trembled, Hyungwon finally used an endearment to address the latter. He doesn't know if it'll have the effect he wants but he's hoping that it won't make the latter cringe as he's rather feeling really shy and embarrassed that he's acting on his own like this, because given, this is his first time to be with someone who is just as in love as he is, he's still at a loss on how to act properly as he's already a grown man but the way he's acting is much like how a love struck puppy would.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon held tightly onto the other in his arms, and he wished for this moment to never end, as it felt so amazing. Something he hadn't had for a very long time. It was simply perfect and he knew he would never get to have this again if he ever left the other. Hopefully, despite the distance, they would make it work and it was so important for him right now. It was a firm thing he now believed in and he wished for it. While holding the other, he carefully brushed Hyungwon's back as they were lying this close. He wanted for him to be sure he was feeling comfy.

"I am sure too. We will get it to work, and we will last. I will do anything and everything for it to be real." He assured him and smiled softly, despite the other couldn't see it since he was against his chest. Feeling the other pull him in so close had him smile more, and he hugged him back happily. When he could get Hyungwon to Seoul, he would show him everything, in hope that the other might want to move there at some point. Despite knowing he would hate for him to leave a place he loved that much.

The kiss felt so sincere and perfect, which made him hope for it to happen again all the time, just to be close really. He wanted for them to be the best couple in the world. Hearing him say he loved it, had him let out a very soft, almost unaudible sigh from happiness and relief that he hadn't done something wrong by giving him such a kiss. He let him cuddle up his face to his chest further, simply loving it.

Hearing the other speak like that had his heart beat faster, and it made him swoon in love. While he brushed the other's back, he smiled and he could feel the other started to get tired, and not long after, the other fell asleep in his arms, feeling him so close. It was really nice. It didn't take long before he finally fell asleep too, and he had the best and loveliest sleep he had had in years.

@† Jooheon Basking in Jooheon's warmth and this moment, Hyungwon scoots closer despite their bodies already pressing up against one another, it still felt that there's some physical distance between them, and as he go through emotions all while listening to Jooheon, he's left speechless and blushing profusely as soon as he's done, prompting him to bury his face for a moment into Jooheon's chest, inhaling his scent, which he now realized brought him comfort and calms him down.

"I wish so too, for this moment to last forever, for us to never be apart but. . . we'll make this work. I know we can, Jooheon. I've never felt this strongly for someone and I feel that I can endure our distance apart as long as we are both willing to work on it. I won't give up easily just because we'll be mostly apart." He muttered sincerely, letting out a soft chuckle at how excited Jooheon seems to be upon suggesting that he visits him in Seoul as well. Biting his lip at the overflowing happiness, he was about to continue when his lips were once again sealed by the latter's warm tiers.

Leaning into Jooheon's touch as Hyungwon pulled Jooheon closer by his waist, the moment the kiss ended, he was already panting softly despite the kiss being soft and gentle. "Y-You always do things that catches me off guard. . . and leaves me speechless. . . b-but I love it. . ." Hyungwon confessed shyly and this time around hid his face into Jooheon's chest more firmly, rubbing his face against it as well as he held the latter tightly in his arms.

"I really am glad to have met you, Jooheon. You're someone I never expected but I now welcome wholeheartedly." Hyungwon muttered, albeit muffled with his face in Jooheon's chest but he hopes that his voice was audible enough for Jooheon to hear his heartfelt words, his breathing steadying at this point with the man's heartbeat lulling him to a much needed sleep, still clinging onto Jooheon as he had finally fallen into a deep slumber.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon held the other tightly against him, knowing he should relax, but he just wanted to let the other know he really wanted to hold him so close as possible. He wanted to stay forever like this. They didn't even need to kiss or do more than this, just stay in each others arms was amazing enough for him. Of course he also wanted more, but he didn't mind just being here in the bed with them so close together. From before, his heart had been racing with emotions when he looked at Hyungwon, and now they were just this wrapped up item of feelings. Never wanting it to end.

Looking back into the other's eyes when he looked into his and he smiled softly at him, hearing he shouldn't get used to it, but wanted to. "I wish it could be forever this moment." He assured him and he shared a soft smile. Wishing he didn't had to go back, but knew he had to, because of his damn stupid work. Maybe he could take some of the things with him, and get to stay at Jeju some more. At least a few times a month, hopefully for a week or more. He just wanted this, this with Hyungwon.

"I don't want to leave you. I am honest, this is amazing. Yes, we are just getting to know each other, but I know this is the right thing. We are meant to be. I know." He spoke and reached down to lift up Hyungwon's chin so he could look at him better, and see his reaction to his words. Hearing him ask about the calling and texting, had him smile, and when he suggested he could visit him in Seoul, the smile got wider. "Of course, at all times. Even if you feel lonely at night, just call. And please Yes. I would love for you to come and visit me too." He happily said and gave the other a hug, more than thrilled by it.

After the hug, he leaned back a bit, looked into the other's eyes before he moved a bit and kissed the other. It was a very gentle kiss, like a thing they had to sign from their emotions and their talking about seeing each other. It was like it sealed. He gently brushed the other's cheek for the moment the kiss lasted, and he pulled back slowly to look at the other again, seeing his beautiful eyes shine into his own. How he wished they would never leave each other again.

@† Jooheon Some might say that things are moving along fast yet Hyungwon doesn't want to think about it that way at this point with how happy he is to be able to spend time with Jooheon, a person whom he matches so well and felt this comfortable with. Smiling softly at their plans for tonight and as they are now in each other's arms, Hyungwon looked up at the latter as soon as he speaks, the proximity of their faces making him blush. "It's really nice. I know I shouldn't get too used to this because I know I'll look for it once you leave but I can't help it. . ." Hyungwon muttered honestly and once again buried his face into Jooheon's chest, biting his lip even.

He'd always been alone, even when surrounded with people, he never truly felt that someone's there for him, even when he cherished people through and through, he always finds himself alone at the end of the day, and this moment with Jooheon, how he feels for him, he prays that it's not something that's just a fleeting moment between them. He feels the latter's sincerity, but he still can't help feeling afraid that this might just be a dream or something that he'll lose in just a snap. Unconsciously tightening his hold around Jooheon's waist, lightly rubbing his face against his chest, Hyungwon clings onto him.

"I want all of this to last. How I wish you didn't have to go back to work and leave, Jooheon. . ." Hyungwon muttered yet again, still hiding his face into the latter's chest. "I know were just in the getting to know each other phase but I'll really miss this when you leave. . ." Peeking up to see the latter's reaction to his words, Hyungwon held Jooheon's gaze in his and reached forth, gently brushing the back of his hand against his cheek. "Can I really call and text you when you're not here? A-And, uhmm. . . would you be okay with me. . . v-visiting you in Seoul?"

Hyungwon just had to ask because he knows that if they are to keep this going, the effort must not only come from Jooheon but from him as well and he wants to keep seeing the other, and even if he had to bridge that distance between them by going back and forth from Jeju to Seoul or maybe temporarily moving back again to the city, he'll gladly do so, if it means being closer to Jooheon, he'll do just that so he can spend more time with him and not be apart from him for too long.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon clearly looked happy when Hyungwon suggested to him, that they could co-parent the cute little kitty that he had in his arms and he quickly nodded so he could show his very high interest in that, wanting clearly to be able to see Peaches all the time. Maybe not in real life, but else, he would be able to see her on his phone, and that would be a great alternative. He very much liked the small one already, and she was so cute and adorable. "I would love seeing her every day, and you are always welcome to text or call me." He assured him, wanting to be very clear that he indeed would love more time from him.

Seeing the other reach out and remove a bit from his mouth, had him chuckle softly and the part he spoke made him chuckle a little more. "Yeah, I have always been good at eating a lot. But I don't mind eating whatever you want to serve me. I don't know what to ask for, but something easy, so you don't have to cook all the time." He spoke and smiled wide at him. His cute dimple smile and soft eyes shining at him.

Quickly nodding when the other commented on the vampire-dress up, and he chuckled softly about it. "I would love being a vampire family with the two of you. That could be so awesome." He agreed smiling. After letting Peaches down, he got up and took Hyungwon's hand, helping him up to stand. Then held his hand and let him guide the way, following along, curious to see the other's bedroom and how it looked.

When they entered, he looked around and went over to the bed, watching Hyungwon sit on the bed and he followed along when he patted the bed spot beside him. Jooheon smiled and went over, sitting down next to him, and then lied down, pulling him into his arms, holding him close. The other wished to cuddle him, so indeed he should get a lot of cuddles. First he didn't look at him because they were so close, but he leaned back his head to look at him, smiling sweetly. "This is nice..." He muttered and brushed his back gently with one hand, holding him close with the other.

@† Jooheon Still on the carpeted floor and leaning back against the couch, Hyungwon smiles softly at the sight of Jooheon being so affectionate with Peaches. He thinks he's always been like that because it's not easy for one to just take onto any kind of animal but here he is, accommodating his cat's clingy nature and loving it too. Hearing him speak of his desire to have a cat, Hyungwon smiles softly as he runs his hand over Peaches' belly. "Well, you kinda have one now. W-We can like co-parent her. You know, when you go back to work, I'll send you updates, photos, and videos. Peaches does a lot of questionable but cute things, and I often see them myself, but I think she wouldn't mind if I show them to you."

By the time he's done speaking, Hyungwon's cheeks are a bit red again, feeling warmth surge to his face all because of the thought that he had in his mind; him and Jooheon being parents to Peaches, which is like part what he dreams before when he was still actively seeking to be in a relationship with someone but with Jooheon now in the picture, it's like puzzle pieces are perfectly falling into place. Glancing at Jooheon and noticing a stray crumb on the corner of his lips, he reached forth and brushed it off with his thumb as he chuckled softly. "You're quite the eater, Jooheon. I'll cook something more hearty next time or you can tell me what you want. I'll cook anything you request for."

Scooting closer to Jooheon as he speaks and their conversation continuing to what they need to plan for tonight, he looked down at Peaches, who's now cradled in Jooheon's arms. "A mini vampire would be great. Then I'll be a vampire too. We'll be a cute vampire family~" His eyes turns into crescents as he smiled brightly, earning a meow from Peaches as she's now placed down and soon enough, Hyungwon's face is redder upon hearing Jooheon agreeing to nap with him and cuddle.

With his hand in Jooheon's, Hyungwon couldn't help but feel shy as he bit his lip, but he also didn't want to be too coy about the situation, so he took the lead as he entwined their fingers. "Alrighty then~ let's go." He then got up and led both of them to his bedroom, which was just around the corner since he has bungalow home unlike the guest house which is a two-story one, opening the sliding door to let in the breeze, Hyungwon sat on the bed and pats the space beside him, motioning for Jooheon to come and lay next to him, hoping that this isn't too much and the latter understands him.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon chuckled softly from Hyungwon's mention of Peaches liking him this much, and he gently petted her with one hand, while eating with the other hand. Clearly the sweet cat was liking him and he smiled down at her when she turned to be petted on her belly. Chuckling softly while caressing her fine fur and gently brushed her face a little too. "She's amazing. Really. I wish I could have a cat too." He honestly spoke out and smiled over at Hyungwon.

Hearing the other mention that he wanted to cook him breakfast all days he was there, he nodded slightly and smiled over at him, he wished somehow he never had to leave the other again, but that might be a little too early to think of those kind of thoughts. "Sounds amazing." He said kindly and put some more food in his mouth, trying to eat nicely and not just stuff his face despite wanting to, as he felt really hungry, but he calmed himself very well.

"Really? Wauw. I am sure the little one would attract lots of attention, and if I was new to her, I would also be very impressed. And dressing her out you say? Sounds really cool. I can't wait to see that." He said impressed with it and it had him smile some more. "Let's make her a mini vampire. That could be so much fun." With a nod and a cute grin, he finished up his food from the plate and leaned back as well, looking over at Hyungwon to talk.

As he was resting, the other spoke and his attention got a little more interested by the way the other told him of his desire. "We can go take a nap. I wouldn't mind that. And we can have a little cuddle. I love that." He agreed to it and smiled. Then he put Peaches very gently down, sure she felt sad that he let her down, but then walked around the table and took Hyungwon's hand. "You lead the way." He playfully said and smiled a cute dimple smile.

@† Jooheon In between eating and talking to each other, Hyungwon chuckled at how affectionate Peaches is towards Jooheon since she was also aloof as a kitten even after adopting her and with just one look at him, she's now all cozy on his lap, rubbing and purring for his pets and even rolling over, exposing her belly. "You must be some kind of magician. Peaches sometimes ignores me, you know, even after adopting her and being her butler but with you, it feels like she's actually imprinting on you." He laughed softly as Peaches rolled to lay on her back, face behind her paws as she sleeps on Jooheon's laugh.

Continuing to eat, he couldn't help but feel shy as Jooheon complimented the coffee and breakfast he prepared. "Really? I'll always cook breakfast for us from now on until the end of your stay then." As those words slipped past his own lips, he suddenly felt that dread loom over him as it hit him that Jooheon's only here on vacation and since he already uprooted his life from Seoul and is now living in Jeju full time, he's unsure how they're able to continue seeing each other when they are so far from one another.

With a small pout on his lips, he was once distracted by Jooheon's words, blushing profusely as he agreed that he could be his victim if he dresses up as a vampire, his mind flooded with that intimate pose of a vampire taking blood from someone. Clearing his throat, he continued to eat, still famished even when he'd already halved his plate.

"Uhhh. . . not really. Me and Peaches just sit by the gate in our cute costumes with a big cauldron filled with chocolates and candies. Last year, we dressed up as the cats from Sailormoon, not sure if we achieved it but she was the star of the trick or treat time and she loooooooooved the attention. Maybe we can dress her up as a bat cat or. . . a mini you." Hyungwon chuckled softly and as Jooheon thanked him for the breakfast, he smiled softly. "It's my pleasure. It's not often that I get to do this for someone l like so while you're here, I will always cook for you and make sure you gain a few kilos before you go back."

Again, thinking of Jooheon's departure had Hyungwon pouting softly but he's unsure if he should voice it out. Holding himself back, he finished the rest of his meal and once both plates are cleaned, he rests for a moment, leaning back against the couch. "I'm so full~" Patting his tummy as he said so, sipping on his drink again. "I'm kinda sleepy. Uhmm, I think I'll sleep some more and set an alarm for the afternoon so that we can go to the grocery store for the candies and chocolates. Uhmm, w-would you like to stay? L-Like, for a nap? And. . . cuddle?"

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon clearly enjoyed the iced coffee which the other had served for him, and he sipped from the mug from time to time. He watched Hyungwon curiously as he was cooking and it smelled so well from the bacon that was switched on the pan and his stomach started making sounds, though only for his own ears. He petted Peaches and caressed her hair gently, giving her some love. Though he did wish to give some love to Hyungwon as well.

When Hyungwon finished up with the breakfast, he put down Peaches and took one of the plates so he could help Hyungwon with carrying them. "Looks amazing." He kindly said and smiled wide at the other, his cute dimple smile showed a little. They sat down again and he chuckled softly when Peaches came to him again, giving her pets and started eating. "Wauw, it's great." He happily said and kept on eating.

As Hyungwon mentioned the Halloween dress up again, he chewed off while nodding. "Yes, that sounds awesome." He quickly said to agree with him. "I have a thing for blood I guess..." he laughed very softly and smiled as he ate a bit more. After a moment, he finished off his coffee and put the mug down again on the table.

"Does it get a bit of a big party? Or just a few people?' He asked with a curious voice and smiled. He put down the fork as his plate was now empty, having finished off quickly as it had been simply great. "Thank you for the lovely breakfast. I couldn't make it any better myself really." He said as a praise and clearly he had enjoyed it very much.

@† Jooheon Continuing to prepare their breakfast, Hyungwon couldn't help but smile as they continued to converse. How long has it been since he invited someone? Well, he only ever invited one person to spend a week here and he never imagined he'd be able to open the doors to his home again to someone else, let alone a man that he liked. Hyungwon thought that he'd be wallowing in misery for years to come but Jooheon came a long and it felt like the dark clouds surrounding him cleared out and he feels light and happy.

Shuffling around the kitchen as he got two plates and placed everything in it for the full English breakfast, Hyungwon was done in just fifteen minutes and he led them both back to the living room since he wants both of them to have a cozy time while eating instead of being in the dining area and this way, Peaches can reach for them and snuggle either on his lap or Jooheon's but he does have an inkling that his traitor of a cat will settle for the latter.

Chuckling at the thought, he sat on the fluffy carpet and sure enough, Peaches trudges along, tail up and fluffed as she rubbed on them but curled up on Jooheon's lap. "You little traitor~" Hyungwon joked and he starts digging in, switching between eating and drinking his iced coffee. "You want to be a vampire? Hmmm. . . that'll look amazing on you, I bet. I mean, you kinda do look like one. I'm thinking of what my costume should be then. . ."

A thought then pops in his mind, it had him grinning again and he couldn't help but feel a bit playful this time around. "Should I dress up as your victim and be in tattered clothes and put on some fake blood?" Hyungwon grinned as he kept eating, stuffing his face as he now truly feels the hunger from having too much alcohol last night, which often happens to him since he did eat pretty light last night before they started drinking, so it just makes sense that he feels so hungry this morning.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon smiled over at Hyungwon, liking to watch him while he was driving, since he looked so serious doing so, and it was really cute to see. Somehow he just felt that he was so amazing, and cute and adorable indeed too. Maybe he shouldn't mention it so much since the other seemed to be a little weird hearing it. But on the other hand, if he said it more often the other might get to like it.

As they returned, he left the car and followed the other inside the house, seeing peaches run towards them and get picked up so quickly like Hyungwon hadn't seen her in a year. Jooheon petted Peaches sweetly before picking her up from the other, caressing her soft hair and sweet face. "Iced coffee sounds good. And breakfast also sounds good." He said and smiled at the other, happy to be treated so well by another person. He rarely got breakfast prepared like this, so it was just amazing.

Quickly nodding when the other asked if they could shop some groceries and he smiled over at Hyungwon. "Sure we can buy some stuff. And I don't mind sitting here with you while you cook. You can take me for a tour around the house later." He said kindly and smiled softly. He still had Peaches in his arms, feeling really cozy with her there.

"Sure, I would love to dress up. I like being a vampire for things like that. Could we do that maybe?" He kindly asked and smiled at him. When the iced coffee was placed in front of him, he let down Peaches and took a sip of the mug. "We can buy some stuff at the store for the halloween part and suchs, some ornament or such." He suggested and stirred the coffee in the mug that was in front of him.

It felt really well about all they had talked about and he really wished for them to always being able to talk together. He indeed hoped they could do something that would link them together for longer than this short trip for him. The other's glow when he spoke had him feel so warm and happy inside, it felt amazing to have met a person like that.

@† Jooheon The combination of his nervousness, the warmth in his chest, and Jooheon's laugh echoing in the car had Hyungwon blushing profusely. "Adorable? How come? I was just being honest. Is that being adorable, Jooheon?" He asked, honestly curious as to what made him adorable in Jooheon's eyes, for Hyungwon, Jooheon is adorable too but like in a charismatic way but then again, he's not ready to say that out loud, not when even the smallest of gestures from the latter gets him flustered and blushing just like now with his guest kissing the back of his hand. Hyungwon hurried a bit as he drove with one hand, ensuring their safety until they got back to the guesthouse, Jooheon's voice echoing in his head, his words and promise of cuddles had him looking forward to yet again spend his night with Jooheon.

Parking the car in the garage, Hyungwon immediately got to work and posted in the neighborhood group chat that the cafe will be closed for the day, also putting up a sign out front and once that's done, Hyungwon opened the door to his house and was immediately greeted by Peaches meowing so loudly a frown's etched on his forehead as it sounded like she's crying. "Hey, baby. Daddy's back. Don't cry. I'm sorry. I left you for such a long time. D-Daddy just got busy~" Cradling Peaches in his arms, giving all the scratches and kisses he could, he led all of them to the kitchen, itching to drink some iced coffee.

"What would you like, Jooheon? I'll make some iced coffee for myself, what about you? Also, I'll cook us some breakfast while I'm at it." And with that, Hyungwon let's Peaches down in Jooheon's arms as he puts on his apron since he's wearing something that might get stained easily and he starts prepping said coffee and breakfast for them, picking a full English breakfast, something that he also offers in the cafe but not every day since it is tedious to do, good thing he has the ingredients stocked up in his fridge.

"You can hangout with Peaches wherever you like, Jooheon. Look around the house and make yourself at home. Also, uhmm, should we make a grocery run later? I kinda need to buy chocolates for the Trick or Treat event tomorrow. I forgot to buy some so I gotta make up for it, oh, also, do you want to dress up a bit for the kiddos? I usually have something intricate for displays but I was so busy with the cafe and the guest house that I can only whip out some spooky candles and pumpkins later in preparation for tomorrow. You'll also see Peaches in her costume this year. She loves the kids."

Hyungwon said with such happiness and sweetness in his voice as the small happenings in this town is something that he cherishes and loves being a part of as well, but this time around, he hopes to share them with Jooheon as he feels that the latter will now be an integral part of his life.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon quickly nodded when the other mentioned they had to clean up their mess, giving him a nod as they started doing so, getting all cleared. He let the other throw it out and watched him walk back again. His heart beating so fast at any time when he looked at him. He couldn't help but smile to himself as the other was simply perfect. Wishing he had met him so many years before, having shared life with him. Maybe he was a little too fast about wishing that but indeed he did.

Letting the other intwine their fingers, he smiled from the peck to his cheek and he held an arm around him for a moment before he pulled away. He wished the other had stayed in his arms just a moment longer. Wanting to feel him close for now and forever. When he was told to get into the car in such a playful way had him laugh softly. "Alright." He said and indeed got into the car. Leaning into the seat and looked over at Hyungwon with that lingering smile.

Hearing him talk about him being a hot pack and hot and a plushie had him laugh a bit more, but in a sweet way. "You are so adorable." He said smiling and reached out to touch Hyungwon's thigh while he was driving. "I would love to cuddle tonight and hold you in my arms." He assured him and took the other's hand very shortly to kiss the back of it.

@† Jooheon Hyungwon really didn't want to pull away just yet but they really must and clean up as well, so when Jooheon asked if they should go back, he smiled softly seeing him bite his lip and Hyungwon reached forth, caressing his cheek with the back of his hand. "We really need to but don't worry, uhmm, we'll cuddle some more later. . . a-and maybe I can sleepover at your place." Hyungwon rubbed his nape, chuckling as well because the place is technically his but the imagination of having a handsome neighbor almost made him giggle but he held back.

He knows that this is all too cliche, but he loved it so much. Willing himself to hop out of the back of the car, grabbing a garbage bag from his small caddy he has just behind the driver's seat, Hyungwon starts to pick up the pieces of garbage that scattered around the area and inside the car, and when he got close to the bottle of champagne that's been long empty, he leaned forth and pecked Jooheon's cheek and once he's done tidying everything up, he threw everything in the nearby bin, cleaned his hand and held Jooheon's in his, entwining their fingers.

"In you go, my handsome guest~" Hyungwon playfully muttered and got inside the car as well, putting on both their seatbelts and driving forth to get to his place again, a soft grin on his lips as lo-fi music fills the car and once again, his own hand holding Jooheon's warm one, holding it up and resting his cheek against the back of it. "You know, you're like a human hot pack. I mean, you're hot, but like, it's amazing to cuddle with you. You're so warm like a hot pack but packaged better? Like, a very cute plushie~" Hyungwon chuckled softly, which faded as soon as he realized what he just said out in the open with the latter being hot, his cheeks soon becoming flushed from blushing as he cleared his throat.

"Y-You didn't hear anything. That was, uhmm, I said nothing. . ."

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon slept so well with the other in his arms, feeling so peaceful and quite happy in his body because of how close they were together. Luckily enough he wasn't a person who snored, so his breathing was very quiet throughout their slumber. He felt the other move around in the back of the car, but he didn't want to wake up yet. It was simply to amazing with being here with him and have him in his arms.

Hearing him speak to him, he didn't wake up so quickly, but it was like he heard him mention to never give kisses more, that had him wake up. He looked tired and confused from their night of drinking and sleeping together like this. Not having hangover luckily, but still being tired. "Morning..." He muttered softly and looked at Hyungwon.

He couldn't help but smile and held the other back in his arms. "Thank you for a great time. With this amazing place and spending time with you." He kindly said, getting fresher by now. The air was quite cold in his mind, but not sure really or if it was just the coziness from their cuddling that had him feel cold when they parted from each other again. "So, we should get back. Right?" He asked softly and bite his own lower lip a bit.

@† Jooheon As time passed by, Hyungwon finally felt the pull to wake up and it still felt the same from when they both fell asleep in each other's arms. Smiling at the sight in front of him, Hyungwon closed his eyes for a moment, gently brushing his nose against Jooheon's, nuzzling his face against his cheek momentarily and then resting his head again on Jooheon's chest. "He's so cute~" Hyungwon couldn't help but lightly kick his feet at how giddy and happy he felt being with the other. Staying like that for a while, Hyungwon checked his phone and realized that it's close to five in the morning, and with the breeze coming from the sea, the sounds of crashing waves, he didn't want to leave but they must.

With much hesitation, Hyungwon sat up a bit, one arm supporting him as he hovered a bit over Jooheon. "Jooheon, wake up. We have to go home." He muttered softly as he placed a soft kiss on the latter's forehead, caressing his cheek in an attempt to wake him up from his slumber but his attempt only lasted for a second because as he looks down at Jooheon, he can feel that fuzziness in his chest again, his heartbeat racing yet also felt at peace. Letting out a soft, deep breath as he smiles, Hyungwon now brushes the back of his hand over Jooheon's facial features then placing a soft peck on his lips.

"Jooheon-ah, we really need to go now. We can sleep some more when we get back to the house. I won't open up the cafe today and just spend time with you." Hyungwon uttered again, this time gently yet playfully poking Jooheon's cheek, making him chuckle as he sleeps so well. "If you don't wake up, I won't give any kisses anymore~" Hyungwon joked in passing and as his third attempt failed after, he just settled to wait, curling up next to Jooheon again and nuzzling into him, loving how warm it is to be in his arms given that it's a very chilly morning as well.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon could feel how his heartbeat was getting almost out of hand and it felt like he couldn't breathe from the feelings he had towards the other. It was amazing to feel this way, and he wanted for it to last forever. He brushed his hand over his hair gently and looked at him for a moment before the other leaned against him.

His lips was still smiling softly and the dimples was still showing. The closeness had him keep smiling as it was so amazing. Knowing by now, that he couldn't leave this man be behind when he left, and the fear of leaving already horrified him, not wanting to break this up so soon.

When the other hugged him so tightly, he let out a soft breath from how happy he was with the hug. It meant the world to him right now. "Stay with me then..." He muttered and bite his own lip, pretty sure the other didn't hear him mutter that. He tilted his head for the other to get comfy in his arms.

"I like you very much too. Also Peaches." He added and made a slight chuckle before nuzzling against the other. He could feel him get sleepier and felt the same a little. It took a moment for him before falling asleep too. But just with his arms around the other and being close was amazing.

@† Jooheon Everything felt surreal. In Hyungwon's mind, this felt like a fever dream, a very realistic fever dream, and if it is, he doesn't want to wake up from this. Biting his lip at his own thoughts, as Jooheon continued, his ears twitched and perked upon noticing how gentle the latter is being. They're both affected by their emotions right now but he's sure that it's not just the alcohol talking. It's been so long since he felt this drawn to someone, felt so at ease and comfortable, and he just doesn't want to let go nor for this moment to end.

He wants to cling onto Jooheon, hold onto him, and be in his arms but he's unsure if the latter would like it, hence him hiding in embarrassment for having no shame at this point. He was about to move until he caught a glimpse of that cute dimples and Hyungwon could feel himself melting on the inside, especially the second Jooheon pulled him close to cuddle.

Blushing profusely at the action, Hyungwon didn't fight it anymore and he draped himself over the latter, hugging him like a big bear plushie. Chuckling at the thought, he settled slowly, letting out a deep breath and his face soon had this peaceful expression on with a soft smile on his lips as he closed his eyes momentarily, listening to Jooheon's heartbeat. "Yeah. This is amazing, very much so because I'm with you. . ." He muttered under his breath, gently rubbing his cheek against Jooheon's chest.

With this down time and break from the alcohol, Hyungwon felt himself getting sleepier. "This is bad. You're so fluffy and comfy to hug and cuddle with. We need to go back. Peaches is waiting for us. . . she likes you so much, Jooheon." Hyungwon muttered sleepily, yawning softly as he continued. "It's not surprising though. . . you're very likeable but I like you the most. . ." With him clinging onto Jooheon, his breathing and heartbeat lulling him to sleep, Hyungwon found himself dozing off in the latter's arms, never having felt this kind of peace as he slept in his arms, hoping that he's also able to provide this level of comfort to Jooheon.

@‡ Hyungwon Jooheon loved the soft touch he was giving the other on his lip with his thumb, and just the feeling of the softness had made him almost feel high. It was so close and everything in his body had him shiver of how amazing it felt. The kiss he gave the other had his body tremble, and it just felt perfect. It was what he had wanted and dreamt of for a long time.

A little weird about the part that they had barely met and talked, but it was perfect and intense the feeling he had for the other. Their closeness was a surprise to himself, but he wanted the other to be aware what he indeed felt for him. "Don't worry. I know we don't know each other that well... Yet. But you are amazing." He spoke and smiled at the other with a cute dimple in his cheeks.

When he was pulled closer and nuzzled up against, had him smile more to himself. He wrapped his arms around him as well and pulled him closer, wanting to hold him tight. He looked slightly to the side and saw their mess but figured they could fix that later. It was like he was feeling high, despite having been drinking, it was simply so amazing to him.

Hearing him ask so cutely about being allowed to cuddle him made him smile more. "Sure. That spunds nice." He replied and pulled him into his arms, wrapping them around him and held him close and tight. He wanted to make him feel that closeness and feel that he liked this whole thing.

"This is nice..." He mentioned as he held him, giving his hair a soft kiss and smiled to himself. "Can this be anymore perfect?" He asked and sighed softly in a deep and good way. Clearly happy about the whole part with them here.

@† Jooheon Hyungwon hears nothing but ringing in his ears as the situation starts to unfold and somewhat become clear in his clouded mind. The warm and fuzzy feeling creeping all over his body but he feels the warmth hotter on his cheeks and down his neck. Feeling his head being tilted up again, exposed once again to Jooheon's gentle yet piercing gaze, he didn't know what to do as it's been so long since he felt something for another person, the mere act of feeling his thumb brush past his lower tier had him shivering in his place, hairs all over his body standing up and he could tell how flustered he is and bets in his mind that he probably looks like a tomato that's about to explode with how red his face is.

"I like you. . ." Hearing those words before his line of vision was fully taken over by Jooheon's face close to his, lips pressed against his plump ones, his body stiffened for a moment and it immediately changed as he almost became like jelly, feeling his knees tremble, his hands shaking as instinctively and quickly reached forth, hands on Jooheon's chest, gripping on his shirt, and by the time the latter pulled away, Hyungwon's an utter mess.

"I. . . I-I. . . Jooheon. . . I'm clumsy, dense at times, I zone out, I'm clumsy. . . I-I'm not perfect. . . b-but I like you too. It's been so long since I felt this. . . this fuzzy feeling in my chest. I don't know how to explain it but. . . I like you too. I really like you too, Jooheon. . ." Unable to take it anymore, he wrapped his arms around the latter's nape, pulling him close to find a place to hide his face into, burying it in Jooheon's neck as he also nuzzled into him, not caring of the mess that they've created with the fruits that rolled on the carpeted floor of the backseat, the empty cups that also toppled over, and the bottle of champagne that's now on the ground outside the car.

Steadying his breathing, Hyungwon stayed like this for a moment, and with him only moving a bit, forehead now on Jooheon's shoulder, he lets out a shuddered breath and soon enough, he slowly pulls away though with a bit of hesitation as this whole situation and the man himself is driving him crazy. "You're not too much. It's me who is a-and don't apologize too. You're. . . amazing, Jooheon. Really. I really like you. . ." Hyungwon muttered under his breath and already wanting that warmth back and close to him, he shyly looked at the latter, as he fiddled with his fingers.

"C-Can I cuddle with you, Jooheon?" He asked with a trembling voice yet in a soft demeanor, hoping that the latter won't find it uncomfortable, which he also reiterated as he continued. "B-But it's okay if you don't want to o-or if you're not up for. . . or if it's uncomfortable. . ." Hyungwon looked down again on his lap, just hoping for the best at this point as he know that he's asking for more when they just confessed to each other, shared each other's lips as well but to ask for more from Jooheon, it's something that he'll always ask for permission first, at least until they're comfortable doing it out of the blue.