NEFARIOUS - TAEGYU ??

A few weeks past and Taehyun finds himself adjusting well in college. Thanks to the treatment he's receiving from the doctor, he's also slowly recovering, his tan skin showing, his bony structure now filled with a bit of fat thanks to the delicious meals he's served with. It was pure torture to constantly be treated with an IV drip.

At college, he's made a number of friends along the way but he's always with Kai and Soobin, enjoying their company. Taehyun doesn't struggle with his studies at all and everyone enjoys being around Taehyun. Ryujin also checks up on Taehyun from time to time despite being in a different course. As for Beomgyu...

Well...

Not a day do those two boys argue and fight. If they bump into the corridors of the mansion, they won't leave each other without putting up a fight of earning each other aggressive remarks from one another. Perks of being in a Mafia, Beomgyu sometimes threaten Taehyun with a gun, but Taehyun knows well that Beomgyu wouldn't shoot over something petty. Beomgyu might be smart in academics but he lacks of braincells, thank God one or two of those are probs his subconscious telling him shooting Taehyun wouldn't solve anything.

Sir Choi requests the two boys in to his office.

"There'll be a party tomorrow with another pharmaceutical company we'll be collaborating with." Sir Choi informs.

"Is the Royal Family coming? We don't need another quarrel." Beomgyu says.

Taehyun rolls his eyes. 'That's because you've been bickering with me almost every hour of the day.' Taehyun tells himself.

Sir Choi shook his head. "Nope. This company specifically wants to collaborate with us. It's another win for us. Anyways, Beomgyu, I expect you to buy yourself and Taehyun a suit-"

"I don't think that's necessary. I rather stay here in the mansion." Taehyun says.

"You heard him. It's not his scenery." Beomgyu says in a sarcastic tone.

"Nonsense. I think it'll be good experience for you, Taehyun. Since it looks like you'll be living here for quite a while, might as well have you join these parties." Sir Choi replies.

"Fine." Taehyun says, giving in. It was the least he could do to repay Sir Choi who has been nothing but welcoming to him, unlike his devil of a son here.

"Marvelous. Also, Beomgyu, the CEO of that company has a daughter he wants to introduce to you-"

"Not interested." Beomgyu bluntly says.

"You haven't even seen her. She's a beauty-"

"NOT. INTERESTED. Set her up with Ryujin or something."

"Like hell am I letting my daughter go. She's my one and only princess."

Both Beomgyu and Taehyun simultaneously stuck heir tongue out in disgust. Even Taehyun knows Ryujin is more of a gangster than a princess.

The next day after classes end, Taehyun part ways with his two best friends and walks to the vending machine when suddenly he feels a strong grip on his arm, pulling him. Taehyun turns around to see Beomgyu.

"Let go!" Taehyun says, struggling out from the elder's grip.

"We're going." Beomgyu says, not looking at the latter.

"Where?"

"To shop for the party. We need suits."

"Right now? The party's tonight. Don't you already have tons in your closet? Just grab one."

"And I've worn them hundreds of times." Beomgyu says, rolling his eyes.

"Well, I'm not going."

"Don't be such a stubborn brat."

Taehyun strongly pulls his arm out of Beomgyu's grasp. "I. DON'T. WANT. TO."

Beomgyu sighs. "You think I want you at the party?" Beomgyu starts to raise his voice. "News flash; I don't, but we don't have a choice. So, don't waste my fucking time." Beomgyu continues to walk to his car and Taehyun, feeling defeated follows him from behind and slides into the passenger seat before they drove off to a boutique.

Beomgyu gets out from the car first without glancing over at Taehyun as if he's forgotten his existence but the brown hair male didn't care, they've been at it since day one. Taehyun hops out from the car and follows Beomgyu's steps into the boutique.

Just like in the mansion, Taehyun observes his surroundings in awe. The interior of the boutique had the words 'luxury' all over it. He examines the suits, tuxedos and dresses on the mannequins, estimating the price. A sudden thought came to Taehyun's mind that maybe the price he estimates are way lower than he imagined. Taehyun looks around the boutique to find anything to his liking. Indeed, just with the touch of the fabric underneath his thumb and how perfectly sewn the garments are, he knew the price would match its quality. Taehyun's eyes land on an Aegean blue velvet suit.

"Found something you like?" Beomgyu asks, peeking from behind.

Taehyun flinches as he feels the elder's breath down his neck and he realizes how close Beomgyu was standing behind him.

"How's this?" Taehyun asks, showing off the blue suit to Beomgyu.

Beomgyu raises an eyebrow. "So, you do have class."

Taehyun scowls. "I'm asking about the suit, dickhead."

"Horrendous. Hideous. Terrible. Awful. Crappy-"

Taehyun elbows Beomgyu at the side. "You're just jealous I look good in anything."

"Oh please, compared to you, have you seen me? I'm the epitome of a model."

Taehyun rolls his eyes. "I know you hate me but, doesn't it kill to at least say something nice?"

"I would if you didn't deserve it. C'mon, let's pay up." Beomgyu says, before leaving to the cashier.

Taehyun sighs in frustration.

"Ridiculous."

That evening, just a few hours before the party, Taehyun was still contemplating whether or not to go. He's always glancing at the suit he left hanging at the door of his bedroom. Taehyun, again, gives in and gets ready for the party. He takes a glimpse of the wall clock, about an hour to shower and get ready.

After freshening up, Taehyun puts on his suit and admires himself in the mirror as he fixes the wild strands of his hair. He takes a few steps back to take a good look at himself. He's got to admit, he looks good, the colour of the suit really complimented his visuals.

Taehyun meets the others at the living room, where Sir Choi, Mrs Choi and Ryujin were waiting. Beomgyu wasn't there, probably still getting ready. Mrs Choi shouts for her son to hurry up and Beomgyu does so, rushing down the staircase from his room. Taehyun turns to look at the latter only to have his eyes widen in shock and his jaw slightly dropping.

Beomgyu shows up impeccably put together in a red, crisp velvet suit, his clothes clutching to his muscles with his hair slicked back. The sight of him was tormenting. But in a good way.

"Shall we?" Sir Choi asks and everyone gets out from the house, and into the vehicle to the party.