Bleed For Me - Taegyu/Beomhyun

Chapter 17: The Last Supper/The Illusion Of Choice

Out of everyone in Seoul, Beomgyu was the best person to fall in love with, right? He had money, power, good looks, everything that someone could wish for. The person that Beomgyu chose to spend his life with would never be neglected. Beomgyu knew that Taehyun was well aware of that fact, he wasn't stupid, so he wondered what Taehyun was so worried about. Beomgyu wished he could bring him comfort and solace.

Beomgyu wanted Taehyun to be his partner in crime, quite literally. He wanted them to run Dagou together, commit murder together, and fuck afterwards like they didn't have a care in the world. He wanted to kiss Taehyun roughly and hold him gently and fall asleep with their limbs tangled together on chilly winter nights. He wanted to give Taehyun the world; anything at all he could ever want would be his before he could even finish asking for it. But most of all, he just wanted Taehyun to be by his side until time ran out.

"Taehyun-ah," Beomgyu said softly, trying not to upset him again. "Let's be together forever."

Taehyun closed his eyes, the tears threatening to spill over again. He wanted so badly to agree, but he knew he couldn't. Even if he defected from the police, he and Beomgyu would have to leave everything behind and run for the rest of their lives, because Soobin would never stop looking for him. He could never ask Beomgyu to do that. And how would Beomgyu react when he found out who Taehyun really was, his real motive?

He realized he couldn't leave Beomgyu hanging, so he mustered up the strength to say the only thing he could manage to stomach.

"Mmm," Taehyun forced a smile, opening his eyes again to look Beomgyu in the eyes. Beomgyu gave him the biggest smile Taehyun had ever seen at Taehyun's response. Taehyun felt his heart break into a thousand pieces. It felt like someone had turned on a blender on his insides.

It was mid-morning now, the sun streaming through the window and illuminating both their faces with an angelic glow. Beomgyu sat up, looking at Taehyun and waiting for him to follow.

Once Taehyun sat up too, Beomgyu looked at him for a second, pondering something, before he got up and out of bed.

"We were supposed to have a full schedule today, but I just want to spend the day here with you. I'll tell one of my assistants to cancel everything. Come on, let's shower and make breakfast," Beomgyu proposed, holding out a hand.

Taehyun suddenly became hyper aware of where he was and what had happened last night when he stood up. He was naked, first of all, and he had a slight headache from the drugs. When he lifted himself off the bed, he also became aware of a painful ache in his lower half. Beomgyu had not held back last night, and Taehyun could certainly feel the after effects. He didn't regret it though, so he tried to ignore it, hoping Beomgyu wouldn't notice.

"Does it hurt?" Beomgyu asked, noticing Taehyun's pain immediately. Taehyun grimaced- screw Beomgyu and his ability to read Taehyun's mind.

"It's okay, hyung, really," Taehyun responded, taking Beomgyu's hand.

"That's not what I asked," Beomgyu answered, pouting at him. Taehyun rolled his eyes and huffed in return.

"Yes, it does. Is that what you wanted to hear?" Taehyun grumbled, wishing Beomgyu would drop it. He was fine, and he already had enough to think about, so he didn't need Beomgyu to worry and fuss over him.

At Taehyun's response, Beomgyu swiftly picked Taehyun up with ease, holding him bridal style. Taehyun flailed his arms initially, not prepared to be literally swept off his feet, but once he was safely situated in Beomgyu's arms, he brought his hands up to cover his face instead.

"Hyung! Put me down, this is so embarrassing!" Taehyun screeched, turning to bury his face in Beomgyu's chest.

"Not a chance," Beomgyu grinned, tightening his grip. He carried Taehyun into his bathroom without issue, only putting him down so he could start the water for their shower. Taehyun pouted, giving Beomgyu the stink eye. Beomgyu just smiled to himself, finding the action incredibly adorable.