trapped in a photograph || chenji

𝕔𝕙𝕒𝕡𝕥𝕖𝕣 𝕏𝕏𝕍𝕀𝕀𝕀 : 𝔸 ℕ𝕖𝕨 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕

After the tender moment, Jisung got serious. "Okay, I need to go over some things with you."

"Now, first of all, tell no one you are from 1869. The time machine that we used was one of a kind. Most people do not believe it's possible to travel through time and would think you had lost your mind. Another reason we don't want people to know, as some may want to use it for evil purposes."

Chenle nodded, "What do I say then?"

"I have a friend named Mary, who is going to get you some identity documents so you can pass as someone from this time. We have come up with a story that explains things; Your parents were both English, Chul, and AeRi Zhong. They moved to the remote Scottish island of Eilean Nan Ron before you were born. They were the island's only inhabitants. Your parents rejected all forms of technology and preferred to live a simple life, away from other people...

They only came to the mainland 2 or 3 times a year and only for supplies. You grew up on the island and were kept very isolated from the modern world. You've recently decided to rejoin the modern world and sadly were attacked in London shortly after you arrived. I know it's a lie, but it will explain you not knowing what a lot of things are. Do you follow?"

"I understand, Ji,"

"Okay, as I said you're in a hospital. You'll see lots of strange things, but the doctors and nurses here want to help you. In fact, they've been ordered to give you extra special treatment. This room you're in with the nice carpeting and tan walls is the best one here. Don't be afraid of them."

"It looks strange, but it is nice."

"Okay, now that we have that straight. The doctor told me you should be out of the hospital in 5-7 days."

"Then?"

"I told your father I would take care of you and in any case, we can be together, you can stay with me in my apartment in Herford."

While the prospect of being with Jisung all the time had a giant thrill element for Chenle, the prospect of actually living in sin made Him uncomfortable. He felt very torn about it. But as to not offend Jisung and knowing He didn't have any choice, Chenle smiled. "That sounds nice."

Jisung then leaned over and kissed Chenle on the cheek, "Just you and me."

Then a loud knock at the door broke the momentary quiet of the room.

The Korean rebel made a fist and growled at the interruption, "Come in."

The door quickly opened and walked in Zacharov, shopping bag in hand. "He's awake, so good to see that."

"Who is this?" Asked Chenle.

"I- uhh... this is-"

Before Jisung could even answer, Zacharov immediately walked up and shook Chenle's hand. "I'm Professor Zacharov, inventor of the time machine. Not to mention super genius," he playfully boasted.