Melodious Fate

Part 18

Morning

Dunk stirred awake. He was alone in Joong’s bed, and for a moment, last night felt like a dream until he noticed Joong’s familiar scent still on the sheets. Dunk’s heart did a little flip

Pond and Daou were in the living room chatting, while Phuwin and Perth were still in the kitchen.

Pond:
Yo, Dunk! Didn’t see you last night. Are you okay now?

Dunk:
Yes yes phi I'm okay now

Pond shrugged,but Daou gave him a suspicious side-eye.

Joong was already sitting on the couch with a cup of coffee, doing his best to act casual. The memory of last night of holding Dunk, of their shared kisses was still fresh in his mind...

As Est walked by, he casually plopped down next to Joong

Est:
You look pretty tired, man. Late night?

Joong forced a chuckle,

Joong:
Yeah, couldn’t really sleep. Too much going on in my head.

Est nodded

Est:
Yeah, the schedule’s been brutal lately. But hey, the fans are loving it.
And dunk He's been sick lately too much

Joong:
Nah, he must’ve been working late
You know how dedicated he is

Est:
Huh??

But even as Joong spoke, he could feel Daou’s sharp gaze on him. Daou had always been the observant one, and Joong knew that any slip-up could lead to questions

The group was scheduled for a recording session, and Dunk was back in manager mode, Joong, on the other hand, found it hard to focus. Every time he glanced through the glass, he caught Dunk’s eye, But he had to be careful. The members were all around,

Just then, the door to the control room burst open, and Phi Tha himself walked in.

Phi tha:
Joong, you’re up next. I need to see more emotion in your performance!!
And Dunk make sure the schedules for tomorrow are ready. I don’t want any delays

Dunk nodded quickly, But as soon as Phi Tha turned away, he let out a breath he didn’t realize he had been holding.

At night

Joong was desperately trying to find a moment alone with Dunk, but it was nearly impossible with everyone around.

Phuwin:
Hey dunk

Phuwin called from the kitchen.

Phuwin:
Can you help me with something here?

Dunk:
Yes coming

he said, giving Joong an apologetic look before heading into the kitchen.

After the dinner

Joong:
I thought they’d never go to bed

Joong whispered, as he wrapped his arms around Dunk.

Dunk couldn’t help but chuckle softly, resting his forehead against Joong’s.

Dunk:
You have no idea how hard it was to keep a straight face all day

Joong smiled, brushing a soft kiss against Dunk’s lips

Joong:
I wish we could have more moments like this