Ocean Blue || KaiSoo soulmate!AU

Chapter 7

Kyungsoo doesn't realize it actively, but he has never felt better. These two days he's spend with Jongin have been better than anything he's ever done, including his vacation on Jeju. They didn't do anything special, just spending their time together, cooking, playing cards or simply talking. Jongin is actually a very loud and clumsy kid, and Kyungsoo notices how much affection he needs.

If he's honest with himself, the singer is like a dog, like a little poodle puppy. He's bright and funny, likes to do new things, needs attention from time to time and seems to be starving for affection. Every little good word, every touch or smile he receives from Kyungsoo seems to be seeping into his skin, making him happy. It's cute somehow, seeing somebody as lively and puppy-like as Jongin is.

And even though the black haired hasn't seen him in days, his good mood won't fade away. They're texting on a daily basis now, so that he doesn't really feel alone at all. Jongin is sweet, asks him about his day and makes sure to check up on his health, and so does Kyungsoo. They share a lot more interests than he originally thought, and they are both becoming closer and closer gradually.

"I see what that means", Jongdae remarks one day, raising his eyebrows in an ambiguous manner. They are currently at the supermarket, going shopping for the week, and Kyungsoo sighs. Why did he take that annoying kid with him again? Oh, right. He's the one with a car.

"It means absolutely nothing", he retorts, inspecting an apple before putting it in his bag. Jongdae rolls his eyes.

"Tell me, how do you do it?"

"Do what?"

"Being so fucking dumb. God, Kyungsoo, it almost hurts physically. He likes you, and it's painfully obvious that you like him too."

The black haired feels heat in his ears as he answers with "No, I don't." Jongdae throws his hands in the air in pure frustration but Kyungsoo doesn't care. It's a thing between Jongin and him, and as long as they are both happy with their "relationship", it doesn't need a label. They just can continue to enjoy each other's company without being pressured.

Suddenly, his phone buzzes and he takes a look at it. It's a picture by Jongin, a selfie at his set and he looks like he's very tired and whiny.

I am tired af, why can't this just end already!? QwQ

Kyungsoo laughs silently and types an answer.

Go to bed earlier.

Wish I could, but even if I could, I wouldn't be able to sleep tight.

How come?

...missing you...

Kyungsoo almost drops his phone as a sudden heart attack strikes him. He feels like his head is burning, as if his hair is on fire. What should he answer to that? Is it even real or is Jongin joking?

"Hey Soo, do you need carrots?"

The black haired looks up to see Jongdae at the vegetable section, inspecting a bag of carrots. Right, he's at the supermarket, he doesn't have time for that right now. He quickly locks his phone and strides up to his friend, pretending to care. His thoughts are way out in space. By the time he arrives home again, he notices that he forgot half of his groceries because he didn't focus. Sighing, he places his groceries in the fridge and storage room before slumping down on his couch.

What should he do? He doesn't know whether Jongin misses him as a friend, as his soulmate, or if he misses him as something more. And himself? What about himself missing Jongin? He does miss him, of course, Kyungsoo feels good and relaxed around him and he enjoys his company a lot, but... he doesn't want to hurt him.

He sighs stressed, running his hand through his hair. There isn't anybody he could ask, not anybody but himself. He hangs his head, not being able to get a straight thought. His chest his glowing brightly in - no longer baby blue but rather vibrant cyan. Ah. Right. He almost forgot about that. The deeper the relationship gets, the more vibrant becomes the color.

He lets out a humorless laugh. Jongdae is right, he's a fucking dumb idiot. Finally, he grabs his phone to unlock it, the chat with Jongin is still open. His fingers hover above the touchscreen before carefully typing his message and pressing send.

Miss you too...