Overpass || 승진

#027

Hyunjin sighed dreamily as he locked the safe where his phone lay. Putting the framed picture back to hide the small metal box in the wall, he looked at his bed. A black bag was now full with the needed items, it was ready.

The boy went to the bathroom to check up on his appearance. His reflection stared back at him.

Hyunjin was wearing a maroon-colored shirt tucked in black, ripped skinny jeans that had chains dangling on the side. His outfit was completed with a long black jean jacket and few accessories like his favorite chain necklace. He messed his hair up a little, long blond locks perfectly matched with him.

The mirror showed an attractive young man, full of life and confidence.

As Hyunjin finished checking himself out he went back to his room and grabbed his bag, putting the straps over his shoulder. He shut the lights off and went downstairs as quietly as possible.

The house was dark, dimmed lights came from outside as cars occasionally passed by the windows.

His father was at work as usual, the older man having no clue what's going inside Hyunjin's brain. The boy put on his combat boots and opened the front door.

It was dark outside, the Moon shone brightly with the stars, that dotted the sky. The weather was nice as it was the beginning of June, not too hot but not too cold.

Hyunjin locked the door and with a last glance at his old home, he took a step further towards his new goal.

To reach his destination he had to walk for 20 minutes. The night was calm, only a few other individuals were lingering on the streets. Clubs and bars were open, as you walked by them you could hear the loud music mixed with laughter and chatters.

The blond was humming to a random song that was stuck inside his head, thousands of thoughts were clouding his mind. He felt his heartbeat quickening as he saw the huge overpass appearing in the distance.

Hyunjin didn't know the exact time when he arrived. There wasn't any people except for him of course. He wanted to check the time but he remembered that his phone wasn't with him. The realization made him huff.

How was he feeling?

To say that Hyunjin was excited was an understatement. He felt his whole body shake with joy and impatience. He honestly couldn't believe what will happen in a few minutes.

His mind only chanted the name Seungmin repeatedly, he was smiling ear-to-ear, eyes shining with something unnatural.

A random person walked past him, glancing at him with slight fear. I mean, a boy standing in the middle of the path, his smile and eyes too wide to be considered as a normal person. Hyunjin didn't care about that.

Few minutes has passed, he was all alone with his frantic heartbeat and the cars that zoomed under him. Hyunjin was watching the vehicles as he tried to calm down a little, taking deep breaths and clutching the straps of the backpack. It eventually helped a little.

Hyunjin sighed and leaned on his elbow that was resting on the brickwall, tilting his head to the right he fixed his gaze on the moving cars, waiting patiently. The rumbling sounds of the engines created a loud silence, the Moon above him shone, and streetlights that were scattered around the area gave the feeling of tranquility.

Hyunjin liked that very much.

This night felt completely different from the others. The smile that resting on his lips was soft, his mind was more relaxed and that warm heat in his body kept him secure.

Everything was so beautiful.

That's when the sounds of light footsteps reached his ears from behind. His head turned to the left and there saw a figure approaching him, lights making the person's face clear. Hyunjin straightened up and his expression changed into a shocked one.

There he stood.

Black jeans, dark blue sweater, backpack.

He stopped a few feet away from Hyunjin, where the streetlight illuminated his face.

His chocolate brown hair was brushed a back a little, a few locks fell over his sparkling eyes. He scrunched his nose as he breathed out, his cheeks warmed up with a light pink hue as he smiled at Hyunjin.

Hyunjin was speechless.

Everything else disappeared around him, except the other boy who took a step further towards him. Only a meter was inbetween them. They were staring at each other wordlessly.

The blond was mesmerized by the other. His breath hitched as tried to form words. He felt his heart going crazy in his ribcage. He needed to assure himself that this, in fact wasn't a dream.

"Seungmin..."

Hyunjin spoke the name with such a gentle tone, that the boy's eyes watered.

Not hesitating anymore, Hyunjin leaped forward and wrapped his arms around Seungmin's waist, pulling him as close as he possibly could.

They could feel each other's rapid heartbeat. Two boys, getting lost in the warmest hug they've ever received. They felt at home in that specific embrace.

"Hyunjin..."

Seungmin whispered and in that exact moment he broke down.

Tears of truth and final acceptance spilled from his eyes, soaking Hyunjin's jacket. His body was shaking as he knew that the game was over. He has lost a long time ago and finally, he realized it.

Hyunjin immediately grew worried for the crying boy, but he decided to stay quiet and just draw circles on Seungmin's back, hoping that it can help. The action made the younger chuckle lightly, it was music to his ears.

10 minutes of silent comfort passed and Seungmin wiped his tear-stained eyes. He felt so much better.

"Hyunjin... let's go." He said and looked up to the other, who was slightly confused.

"What? Where? Seungmin are you okay?" Seungmin smiled at the questions and nodded. Hyunjin wasn't convinced by this though.

"I'm fine don't worry but we need to go. Now." He spoke with a hint of rush in his voice, his hands held Hyunjin's. The taller blushed at the action and let himself to be led by Seungmin.

The two boys ran through the city hand-in-hand, giggling carelessly.

Hyunjin felt free, but he shouldn't have dismissed that uncomfortable feeling glowing dimly inside the back of his mind. He just followed Seungmin.

His confusion rose more higher as they arrived to the train station. Hyunjin was out of breath because of the running, same for Seungmin too.

"Why are we here?" Hyunjin questioned, gazing around the huge but unusually empty place.

Seungmin catched his breath and with an invisible smirk he answered. "Well, I said I planned a few things, we're going on a trip but don't worry I already bought the tickets." An innocent smile decorated his face and Hyunjin fell for it.

"Let's go the train leaves in a few!" Seungmin laced their fingers together and they dashed to platform 3.

The two boys got on the modern train and sat down next to each other. The cabins were all untouched, not a single soul was there.

Hyunjin wanted to ask so many questions. He was still not sure about this whole travelling thing. His father did not know about this, he'll be worried to death. A slight guilt washed over him but disappeared as soon as he felt a light weight on his shoulder.

"One hour, we'll be getting off at the last stop." Seungmin muttered and drifted off to sleep on Hyunjin's shoulder.

The blond was just observing his soft features, small smile playing on his lips. The other was just too adorable for him, he couldn't wrap his head around it.

He had decided to trust Seungmin fully ever since they started talking and now, he needed to prove that.

Breathing slowing, eyes closing, Hyunjin let himself loosen up a little.

He had to follow what his heart desires.

It wasn't hard, his logical thinking had left a long time ago.