Better, Best, and Byun Baekhyun [KAIBAEK / CHANBAEK]

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T h i s i s t h e c o n t i n u a t i o n

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"H-how you me know?" Struggling to find the words that would fit in, Baekhyun sat down and tries to recall, if there are any, his memories with Jongin.

He's stuck with Chanyeol ever since highschool, which has its pros and cons. To begin with, Baekhyun treasures every moment he spent with his ex-boyfriend; may it be uneventful, chaotic, or beautiful- he values it all. However, due to their inseparable relationship, Chanyeol grew tired while Baekhyun has no close friends to run with.

"I'm sorry, I think I've forgotten our mini encounter."

"Except that there is none. Don't pressure your peanut." That was a relief to Baekhyun. He doesn't want to offend anyone because of he was- is whipped to Chanyeol.

"So how did you know me?" Baekhyun straighten his sit, rest his face on his left hand, and curiously asked Jongin.

"Maybe because I care about my surroundings unlike you. No offense." Jongin didn't really gave him the answer that would end his curiosity, but he let it passed. He's unsure if Jongin is a good companion, but his thought is leading into something negative. Jongin seems like the person who will constantly tease you without bothering to weigh if the joke is offensive or not.

"Saying no offense doesn't make anything less offensive. And for your information, I care. You're just not in my surroundings."

"There was only Chanyeol, now you got none but me." Jongin said with his hand on his chest.

"He'll come back to me." Rather than an answer to Jongin, it was like comforting his self with a lie.

"More like you'll keep on begging until he welcomes you in his life again. Your relationship was the typical highschool story wherein everything's big deal and dramatic. I bet you'd say 'let's break up' tons of times every time you fight." To Baekhyun's surprise, Jongin was actually saying the truth. The reason behind his statement earlier is because this is not the first time they broke up and had a heated argument.

Jongin did not wait for him to defend his relationship with Chanyeol. He started walking to the counter while Baekhyun is still convincing his self that they're relationship was not chaotic or immature at all.

"Baekhyun I pay, I decide." Jongin shouted in a way that wouldn't bother anyone but Baekhyun.

"He's a good bother though..."

Without his self's approval, Baekhyun's mind begin to travel back to the time when he and Chanyeol were genuinely happy and contented with each other. The time when everything seems to be completed and perfect.

Park Chanyeol is the perfect boyfriend. A thought that isn't only coming from Baekhyun but from everyone who knows him or their relationship. Chanyeol fits the standards of this society. If you're planning to achieve those relationship goals that people post on social media, he is the perfect match. He was the type of man who will surprise you even if there is no occasion. Chanyeol was romantic... a full-package.

But Baekhyun doesn't crave for that, though he is beyond grateful. He simply loves being with Chanyeol. He loves Park Chanyeol. Nothing more, nothing less.

"Soon, everything will be okay", he said with full of hopes.

"When will soon begin though?" Baekhyun nearly jump to his sit when a familiar voice suddenly entered, again, his inner thoughts. Jongin carefully place their food on the table before pulling the chair in front of Baekhyun and comfortably sit.