Unexpected Journey || Hoonsuk AU

Chapter 23 : Confession

Jihoon just looking at Hyunsuk's back as they're heading out of the airport. He lowered his head. Don't know what to say. The person in front of him is smaller than him but sometimes, his back seems larger than any back he sees. So large that he doesn't dare to hold it. "Hyung," Word comes out of Jihoon's mouth. He hates himself a little bit for doing so. How could he mutter the word out loud, now that Hyunsuk already turns his head at him?

"Please, come with me," Jihoon said, not looking at Hyunsuk. His heart beating so fast, as if everyone could hear it. He raises his head slowly and looks into Hyunsuk's eyes. Hyunsuk's eyes pierced straight at his eyes. The waver feeling Jihoon had suddenly faded away. The thought of giving up his feeling vanished. How Jihoon wish one day he could see that eyes sparkling and full of happiness.

"Why should I come with you?" Jihoon's eyes widened when he heard Hyunsuk's words. "Eh?" he asked in confusion. He thought Hyunsuk would bluntly reject him without any questions. He brings his hand to his mouth, covering his wide grin, scared Hyunsuk might think of him as a creep.

Jihoon then let out a chuckle. He can't believe this is happening right now. "Tell me the reason or I'll go back to the hotel." Hyunsuk 'threatened' Jihoon. Seeing no reaction from Jihoon, Hyunsuk lifts his foot about to leave. "Hahaha, can I tell you the reason later?" said Jihoon, grabbing Hyunsuk's wrist. A bright smile appears on Jihoon's face.

Hyunsuk just stares at him before pulling his hand. He didn't seem amused or annoyed.  "Then, let's move now. The time is ticking away,"  he says before walking out of the airport.

Jihoon follows behind him and rushes next to his side as they walk away. The nervousness he felt just now went away along with the pleasant evening wind. He feels like there's nothing more that can bring joy anymore. He then takes out his camera and takes some pictures of the orangish sky as momentum for the good vibes. He smiles widely thinking of what might happen later.

"Hyung," Jihoon then call Hyunsuk, with his camera lens pointed directly at the person in front of him. True his camera lenses, despite many people walking by, just Hyunsuk is still the only thing he can focus on.

As Hyunsuk turned at him, the wind blows softly making his hair slightly stand up like the wings of an angel. The orangish sky reflected on the man's skin. It glitters prettily making Hyunsuk more beautiful. He looks stunning. As the wind softly blows, Hyunsuk slips his hair behind his ear, revealing soft pink blush cheeks. He's breathtaking.

Jihoon almost forgot how to take pictures. All his attention focused on the gorgeous man beside him. "Huh?" Hyunsuk's voice snapped Jihoon out of his trance.

His cheeks heated up quickly averted his gaze and put his lens down. "Ah, hyung sorry," said Jihoon, clicking the camera shutter and putting it on the ground. "You looked...um," Jihoon's mind blanked out because of shock. No words came out of his mouth to express his thoughts. He was speechless.

Hyunsuk's brows furrowed, and a slight frown formed. "What it is? Does it come out ugly? Or is something wrong with my clothes?" Jihoon shakes his head furiously. He can't bring himself to calm down as Hyunsuk suddenly approaches him. It feels like his whole world spinning.

"Woah, hyung. What are you doing?"    said Jihoon as Hyunsuk close up on him. Too close. He can feel Hyunsuk's body warmth against his skin. His heartbeat is accelerating.

It all happened so fast that he couldn't process anything. Hyunsuk suddenly grabbed his hand that still strongly grip his camera. Before Hyunsuk could see what was on Jihoon's camera, Jihoon quickly takes his hand back and stridden away from Hyunsuk, turning away his face in embarrassment.

Don't know why Hyunsuk feels a bit disheartened by Jihoon's reaction. He glances at Jihoon but the latter quickly averted his eyes, away from Hyunsuk.

"Ah, hyung let's go quickly! It's getting dark. The sky wouldn't look pretty anymore," Jihoon says hurriedly, running away, leaving Hyunsuk behind but after some distance, he would look behind him and wait for Hyunsuk. As Hyunsuk close the gap between them, Jihoon would stride away again until they reach a restaurant.

The atmosphere around the restaurant was quiet and calm. The location is quite secluded, which gives a peaceful and quiet atmosphere around it. Under the orangish sky, the restaurant gives off a warm and relaxing atmosphere with soft music playing. There are also candles lit everywhere, decorating the place nicely. Since it was set outside, the natural breeze added a bonus to the environment. The place looks like a fairy tale from a movie and Jihoon can imagine that it was the setting of some fairy tale book. If this were a book, a certain someone inside the book will be writing the story to be told to the reader and that person would be him.

Both of them take a seat somewhere at the corner of the restaurant. He asked Hyunsuk to sit first as he asked for permission from the waiter to take some photos of the restaurant. After he gets permission, without waiting for any moment, he turns to his professional mode and starts taking pictures. As he was immersed in his job, he can feel a pair of eyes staring at him and he instinctively turned to meet Hyunsuk 's eyes.

As Hyunsuk is seated, he can't seem to take his eyes off Jihoon. He never ceases to amaze how Jihoon is devoted to his job. There aren't many youngsters out there working their asses off for money. And Hyunsuk has never seen a kid that hardworking to get his way. That's what makes him admire Jihoon so much.

Jihoon stop what he was doing. He quickly put his camera away and clear his throat. He then moves to their table. "Sorry, hyung. I was too absorbed with the surrounding," he said, as he seated.

Hyunsuk didn't give any reply and just look at him. He then gives Jihoon the menu, asking him to order his food as he already ordered his. After a few minutes, of waiting, their food finally arrived. Now, instead of his camera, Jihoon takes out his phone and takes shots of the food in front of him. Hyunsuk just look at him and didn't do anything.

"Oh, hyung, you're not taking a picture of the food?" asked Jihoon.

"Why would I? If you're done, let me eat my food," said Hyunsuk. "Oh, you may but don't you wanna share it with Hyuna noona?" asked Jihoon again.

Hyunsuk raises his head to look at Jihoon. "I don't find the need," he said as he eat his food.

Jihoon just nodded his head slightly, didn't want to kill the vibe. As they enjoy their food in pleasant silence, the time slowly passes. As the sun sets, the light started changing from orange, to red, to violet. The lights around them became brighter and the sound of the chattering people become louder but remain calm. The wind blew softly causing the lanterns to sway lightly adding a beautiful ambiance. The atmosphere slowly becomes more romantic with a melancholy local song playing in the background.

Jihoon raises his head, looking at Hyunsuk who still focuses on his food. He smiled unconsciously. Nothing feels better than seeing the one he loves enjoying his meals. 

"Hyung," Jihoon called. Hyunsuk slowly raises his head and meets Jihoon's eyes. The reflection of the orange-colored lights on him made him look even more mesmerizing.

Jihoon couldn't count how many times has he been mesmerized by how Hyunsuk looked today. He doesn't even look different from the other day but he's exceptionally looking more beautiful today. He clenches his hands, mustering his courage to say what he's been trying to say.

As Hyunsuk still gave his full attention to him, Jihoon open his mouth.

"I love you."