Sheila's Kwon

3: Must Heart Gaho

LOUNGING on the chair next to him, Jiyong looked at his Gaho and had to smile. It has gotten so big and loves to sit whenever they were in an air-conditioned room. It was still playful when he wanted to be but most of these days, it looked like Gaho was waiting for him to spring back into action. Other dog-loving friends said that one's pet starts to resemble their master over time. Though they couldn't look alike because he was constantly changing the way he looked, he found that his mood affected his dear Gaho's mood.

He decided that he would bring him on his trip because he didn't want to be alone. If he was plagued by any dire thoughts all he needed to think about was his family and Gaho. Right now they are the only ones who matter to him. Somehow he didn't want to think of the VIPs who were surely wondering where he was. He did check with their chief regarding the official statement that YG would be releasing. He may be a lot of things but he was Kwon Leader first and foremost. What happened doesn't take president to what he professionally must do. His brothers are all also given the same information. But Taeyang knows. He was sure Sandara knew what was the real reason for the news blackout. T.O.P. had his suspicions and had demanded that Jiyong fess up about where he was going.

'I know I am in the middle of a possible war zone. But I have a feeling that you are in a more dangerous situation. Let me comfort you too like you always do me. Tell me at least where you are going.' he felt guilty when he saw that KaoKaoTalk message and had felt the obligation of trying to make Seung Hyun understand.

'It's somewhere none of us have been to. But I will be ok. My mom recommended the place. She's been here once or twice.' there was no way he would tell anyone where he was. He was sure as the hyung Seung Hyun would demand their dongsaengs to make sure he came back to YG after his break. Not a good scenario given the consequences. He would have to reveal why he might consider extending his vacation.

Gaho got down from the chair it was on and walked towards his feet. He touched Gaho's head lovingly and Gaho got on his lap. He groaned because it was so heavy yet still acted like it was the tiny puppy that it was before. He hugged the great big lump and felt tears come to his eyes without meaning to be emotional. He let them go because no one was there to see them. He didn't want his mother to see him crying, he didn't want his sister to see it nor his friends and co-workers. He would have to explain to his sister, who was extremely close to Dara what happened. He didn't want his mother to worry about who he would date next. And he didn't want the other Big Bang members to choose sides between him and Yongbae. Yongbae...my best chingu...He held Gaho closer. Gaho struggled so he loosened his hold on it. Gaho saw his tears and as if understanding it tried to lick his cheeks. That made him laugh a short laugh of pure innocent pleasure. At least there is one loyal friend in my life whose loyalty I would never question.

"Gaho-ya. You would never leave me alone, right? When you grow older, you'll have puppies for me to love right? That way we would be together for the rest of our lives, right?" he chuckled at how pathetic he sounded. "Ah..." he massaged his chest where he physically hurt every time sad thoughts passed his mind.

There was a knock on the door that made him look up. He slowly stood up and Gaho went to the balcony. It was safe for it to be there since it would not be able to jump off or fit in the intricate grills there. He looked at the peephole and saw Sheila-ssi. He practiced a smile before he opened the door. No reason to be rude while he was here. He still needed to manage his image after all.

"Anyong ha seyo." he bowed a little bit to greet her. He noticed the breakfast set that she was carrying. "Is that for me?" he was not hungry but it was part of the retreat's package. Meals could be pre-chosen in order for the guests to not have to worry about what to have.