황실의 사랑 이야기 (Hwangsil-ui Sarang Iyagi) - The Imperial Love Story

Chapter - 38

The soft flicker of candlelight cast a warm glow across the royal bathing chamber, illuminating the gentle ripples of the water. The scent of fragrant oils lingered in the air, mingling with the steam that rose from the marble tub.Yongbok sat on the edge of the large marble tub in his private bathing chamber, steam curling around him from the warm water. His thoughts were consumed by Hyunjin. It was as if the man had cast a spell on him. Hyunjin occupied every corner of his mind, and no matter how much he tried to distract himself, Yongbok found himself craving his presence.

He wanted Hyunjin close—needed him close. The ache was too strong, and Yongbok felt a surge of desire that made his heart race and his body burn with lust. His lips curled into a smirk as an idea formed in his mind. He wasn't going to wait any longer.

Calling for one of the guards, Yongbok gave him a simple command: "Fetch Hyunjin for me. Now."

Minutes later, the door to his bathing chamber opened, and Hyunjin stepped inside, bowing slightly, trying to maintain his composure despite the sight that greeted him. Yongbok's bare form was submerged in the water, his long, wet hair clinging to his shoulders and chest, droplets glistening against his skin. Hyunjin swallowed hard, feeling his pulse quicken.

"You called for me?" Hyunjin asked, his voice betraying the flurry of emotions swirling inside him.

Yongbok's eyes gleamed with a teasing glint. "I did," he said, his voice soft but commanding. "I wanted you to join me."

Hyunjin blinked, taken aback. "J-Join you?" he stammered, heat rising in his cheeks as he tried to process what Yongbok had just said.

Yongbok smirked, clearly enjoying Hyunjin's flustered state. "Yes. Take off your clothes and join me in the bath."

The words sent a shock of heat through Hyunjin, making his stomach flip with a mix of nerves and excitement. His hands hesitated for a moment, but then he saw the expectant look in Yongbok's eyes, the clear challenge hidden beneath that confident exterior.

With a deep breath, Hyunjin began to undress, peeling off each layer of clothing while Yongbok's gaze followed every movement. The air between them crackled with tension, the atmosphere heavy with desire as Hyunjin finally stood bare before him.

"Come closer," Yongbok murmured, shifting slightly to make space for Hyunjin in the tub.

Hyunjin stepped into the water, the warmth enveloping his body as he sank down beside the prince. Before he could settle, Yongbok's hand was on his arm, pulling him closer, until their bodies brushed together beneath the surface of the water.

The touch sent a wave of electricity through Hyunjin, and he let out a shaky breath. Yongbok's hand slid down his arm, trailing over his skin before resting on his waist, pulling him into his lap. Their faces were inches apart, the heat between them palpable.

"Do you know what you do to me?" Yongbok's voice was low, almost a whisper, his eyes dark with desire.

Hyunjin could barely think, his mind foggy from the closeness, the warmth of the water, and the weight of Yongbok's gaze. His heart pounded in his chest as he leaned in closer, his lips brushing against Yongbok's in a soft, hesitant kiss.

Yongbok responded immediately, deepening the kiss, his hand moving to cup the back of Hyunjin's neck, pulling him closer. The kiss grew more passionate, more desperate, as if the two of them had been waiting for this moment for too long.

Hyunjin's hands slid up Yongbok's chest, his fingers curling around his shoulders as he melted into the kiss, his body pressed tightly against the prince's. The water rippled around them, the soft sound of their lips mingling with the splashes.

Yongbok's lips left Hyunjin's, trailing down to his neck as he whispered, "You're mine. Only mine."

Hyunjin's breath hitched, his fingers tightening around Yongbok's shoulders as the prince's hands explored his body under the water, tracing the curve of his spine, his waist, until every inch of Hyunjin was claimed by Yongbok's touch.

"I love you, Hyunjin," Yongbok whispered between kisses, his voice husky and filled with emotion. "And I'm never letting you go."

Hyunjin's heart swelled, and he wrapped his arms around Yongbok's neck, kissing him deeply, as if trying to pour all of his feelings into that one moment. They were completely lost in each other, the world outside the bath fading away until there was nothing but the two of them, bound together by desire and love.