I'm In Trouble

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The door burst open and Aron flinched as police flooded in. He stood up, toppling the chair as lifted his hands in surprised as well.

"Who are you?"

"K-Kwak Aron? I'm just a tattoo artist!"

Ding, ding, ding.

He stood in his shop, glad to see that it wasn't trashed in any way. He yawned as he felt so tired after being kept inside the room for... A couple of days. He couldn't even tell what time or day it was as he collapsed onto the seat meant for his customer. Well it was his shop so why should that matter right now. He was about to fall asleep when he heard the bells followed my angry sounding stomps. The door slammed open and Aron turned his head groggily.

"Shop's closed," He mumbled tiredly but felt hands wrap around him, surprising him. He opened his eyes to find Minki clutching onto him tightly. "Oh..."

"You idiot! I thought I really lost you," Minki snapped at Aron who chuckled and pulled him into a tight hug.

"You won't get rid of me that easily," Aron muttered, eyes closing again.

"I'm so glad you're safe."

"Yeah... The police got me out. I told them everything and... They let me go." Aron was silent for a moment as he realised something was wrong. "Minki, are you crying?"

"No, I'm not," Minki snapped and squeezed Aron who patted his head.

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to worry you. How's your head?"

"It's fine. I couldn't find you for days. I was so worried you would turn up dead."

Aron moved back and wiped the tears from Minki's cheek. "Your dad kept me in the building and then police just burst in. It all feels like such a blur now and I... Really need some rest."

"Come over then. We can lock up your shop and you can rest in my house. No one will disturb you there."

"Sounds good but you'll have to help me a bit."

"As long as you don't disappear on me again. I won't forgive you a second time."

~~~

The sound of the cheers rang loudly in their ears as one was on stage and the other amongst the crowd, cheering along. Baekho was proud of Minhyun for being able to stand on stage again. A month had passed since then until he was fully ready to get back into his celebrity side of life, practicing singing and dancing all over again. He even visited a psychologist after Baekho practically dragged him to one. His neck wound had also closed up nicely and with makeup, it was barely visible on stage. Baekho clapped his hands as he watched his boyfriend bow and wave, shining and sparkling brightly as he had first seen and been captivated by him. The stage was a place where Minhyun shone but backstage, in his arms, was where Minhyun was perfect.

"Hah, Minhyun, you shouldn't," Baekho whispered as Minhyun had made his lips all red from his lipstick.

"Sorry, I just got too excited," Minhyun squeaked and breathed deeply, taking a step back from Baekho. He wiped his lips and Baekho laughed, handing him the bouquet he had gotten beforehand. "Ooh. Thank you."

"How did it feel? Being back on stage?"

"I was nervous at first but being up there and knowing you were watching, I had to do my best," Minhyun replied and kissed Baekho's cheek. "How about you? How is photography going for you?"

"Fine. I'm still getting used to the camera but at least I've got a job that I enjoy." Baekho had been accepted into a news company as a part time writer and photographer since he preferred to do freelance work.

"What do you say about going on a date to celebrate our new beginnings?" Minhyun asked and wanted to snuggle against Baekho but the other stopped him, not wanting makeup all over his face or clothes.

"We can after you get into disguise. I'll be waiting for you," Baekho said and kissed Minhyun's hand. "You know where."

Minhyun giggled and nodded. Baekho let his hand go and left the room hurriedly before anyone caught them together. Dating Minhyun wasn't easy but Baekho didn't think he ever had much of an easy life to begin with. Not to mention, his boyfriend's face was everywhere. It made it easy to miss him whenever he was gone too but he made do with it since Minhyun brightened up like an angel whenever they did meet.

"There's somewhere I'm interested in going," Baekho said when they were seated in the corner of a restaurant together.

"Yeah?"

"I think I found out Jonghyun's new hiding spot," Baekho said, surprising Minhyun.

"What? How?"

"I was going through some pictures that a different photographer sent in and he was in one of them. After asking around, it seems like he went to Gangnam. Probably to that apartment he bought."

"The one I mentioned to you long ago?"

Baekho nodded. "I want to go meet him."

"Eh..." Minhyun felt nervous, unsure what to say.

"Don't worry. I'm not going there on a suicide mission."

"T-then..."

"I just want to know his side of the story. Why he helped the company and how he got involved with them."

"Can I come along with you?" Minhyun asked and Baekho shook his head.

"I don't want you anywhere near him."

Minhyun pouted but understood where he was coming from.

"But on the bright side, after I come back, we can go drop by Aron's place to get our tattoos. I've already booked an appointment."

Minhyun smiled and nodded. He held Baekho's hand and sighed. "Please be careful."

"You're not one to say," Baekho chuckled and knocked his head lightly. "I'm definitely more careful than you."

Minhyun chuckled and kissed his hand. "That, you are."

"Also, I've ordered the tank so..."

Minhyun gasped and he squeezed Baekho's hand. "You'll really shift in with me?"

"I gave it a lot of thought and I'll still keep my place but only for my photography purposes. I'll stay with you."

"I'm so happy!"

"Shhh. Lower your voice."