Black Cat //Ateez

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Hongjoong got inside his house, seeing his little brother playing close to the fireplace.

"Joongie!" He screamed once he saw his brother entering the house.

The older burst into a smile, opening his arms wide for him. The little jumped into Hongjoongs arms, resting his head on his shoulder.

"What were you doing there San? Were you being a good boy for your brother?  The older said, giving him a kiss on the cheek, to which the small boy giggled.

Yeah I was. I didn't bother him at all. Though it was really lonely here, I stayed here

Hongjoong smiled sadly, thank god his brother wasn't able to see him. He set him down, smiling at him.

"Did the doctor pass by today?"

"No, noone came"

Hongjoong hummed and kissed the top of his head.

Do you know what I want you to do? You'll go change and then we will bake"

The boy gasped. Can we make strawberry pie, please. Mrs Lee came today and brought us strawberries, please? And I want to make something for Jongho too"He said, wrapping himself around the olders leg.

"Of course we will. Now go change. I'll be back in a minute" The younger didn't want to hear it twice, he was gone in a minute.

Hongjoong watched him disappearing into his room, and let out a sigh. He knew that what was happening was difficult for his brother.

He walked to his brothers room and knocked on the door. A small come in was heard, and he opened the door.

He saw his brother laying on the bed, his eyes closed, face pale. He turned weakly around, seeing Hongjoong enter his room.

"How are you feeling Jongho?" Hongjoong asked, and kneeled in front of the bed.

"Been better" He said whispering, he hadn't energy to even talk.

"I'll go make you some soup OK? You need to eat" Jongho nodded.

"Does it hurt anywhere?" His brother pointed at his head.

"Do you want to see San? He really misses you"

"I dont want him to see me like this. It won't be good for him. And tell him I miss him too"

Hongjoong nodded understanding. He knew that it was difficult for both of them.

He stood up and went to a basin with water near the bed, dipped a cloth and placed it on Jongho's forehead.

"I'll make you some tea too. You may have a fever"

Before leaving, he made sure to open a little the window in the room, so that fresh air could enter the room.

Closing the door behind him, he made his way to the kitchen where San was waiting for him.

"How is Jongho?" He asked quietly, going to hug the older.

"He is fine. He really misses you"

"Why can't I see him?" He said pouting, as Hongjoong lifted him.

"The doctor said to not disturb him. But once he feels better, I'll take you to see him" The older smiled at him, wanting to make his little gloomy expression to away.

"But don't worry about that. Everything will be OK. Now, why don't you wash the strawberries for the pie, while I make some soup OK?"

The little boy giggled hearing that and got out of his grip. Hongjoong too, found a pot and putting inside the ingredients, he went and placed it to the fireplace. It would be ready in a few moments.