With U // YunGi

Boyfriend Replacement

Jongho was just finishing his breakfast when he heard a buzzing sound coming from the coffee table. Still holding the bowl of rice in his hands, he made his way across his living room and peeked at the screen of Yunho's phone, which made him grin instantly.

Song Mingi

"Hyung!" He shouted in the direction of the washroom, where Yunho had went earlier. "Someone's calling you!"

"Coming!" Yunho hastily rinsed his hands, careful not to get water onto his most expensive dress-shirt. A few years ago, when he had just started working in With U, Jongho had bought it for him for special occasions just like today.

The founder of Nebula Group had other important matters to attend to, and as his son, Jongho was to meet with the owner of one of the restaurant chains under Nebula. Of course, times like this were Jongho's chance to bring Yunho and show everyone that he had the power to spend his father's money in whatever way he desired.

Yunho wiped his hands and picked up his phone just after it stopped ringing. He was about to call Mingi back, but his phone started ringing again. It must be something urgent, he thought.

"Hello?"

"Yunho! Thank god you picked up. It's urgent." Desperation was evident in Mingi's voice. Yunho heard footsteps and a door closing through the speaker. "Are you free this morning? Before lunch?"

"Oh... um, what is it?"

"My parents found out about Subin-noona's fiancé, and my father is furious. He wants to see both of us, like, right now. He even cancelled all my morning appointments! Can you come now? I can pick you up," Mingi pleaded. "I'll definitely pay you this time."

Yunho bit his lip and looked at his other client, who was clad in his best suit, glasses, and watch. This handsome director demeanor would definitely turn heads. Quietly, Yunho spoke into the phone. "I'm so sorry, Mingi. I have this meeting with Jongho..."

Upon hearing his name, the director perked up with a questioning look. He was cleaning the table while whistling to a tune. Yunho could tell he was in a good mood.

Mingi sucked in air through his teeth. "Is there really no way to negotiate? If you came, it would be easier for me to convince them that we are actually an inseparable couple..."

Yunho closed his eyes and took a deep breath. After one last look at Jongho, he made his decision. "Alright. I'll go meet your parents, Mingi. I can ask someone else to take my place for Jongho. I will stop by With U later, so pick me up from there in fifteen minutes."

Mingi thanked him profusely and he hung up. Jongho was still watching him quizzically when he turned around.

"Who was it?" He asked innocently.

"Jongho, I'm sorry." Yunho bit his lip again. "I can't go with you to the meeting. That was Mingi. I have to go meet his parents later." He started reaching for Jongho's hand, but thought better of it. "I know I said I will put you on first priority, but-- I'm sorry. I will call Hongjoong-hyung to find a replacement for you..."

For a long time, the director remained silent. He studied Yunho's face with scrutiny, even though he knew Yunho was apologizing with the utmost sincerity.

Yunho held his breath as he watched Jongho glance at his wristwatch.

"If both of us are wanting to be on time, we better go now." He left out the part about wishing Yunho and Mingi good luck with their relationship.

Yunho's face lit up, and to show his gratefulness he gave Jongho a quick but tight hug.

"You're going to mess up my hair!"