ANKLET - YEONGYU - Force Marriage

7 - Anklet

Beomgyu let out a shaky breath, wiping the last of his tears away. "Really? He’s not mad?"

Yeonjun smiled softly. "Not at all. Now, why don’t you go take a shower and get ready? We’re going shopping for the wedding today, remember?"

Beomgyu nodded and slipped off the bed, still a little shaky, before heading to the bathroom. After a while, Yeonjun heard the water stop, and Beomgyu came out, wearing a towel wrapped around his chest and down to his knees. He sat on the edge of the bed, his hair still damp, looking lost.

Yeonjun glanced up and chuckled. "Gyu, aren’t you going to get dressed?"

Beomgyu pouted, playing with the edge of the towel. "I don’t know what to wear, Hyung. You pick for me."

Shaking his head with a fond smile, Yeonjun walked over to Beomgyu’s closet, rifling through the clothes. "How about this?" He pulled out a cute outfit he thought would suit Beomgyu.

But Beomgyu shook his head, standing up with a stubborn expression. "No. I want to wear Jjunie’s clothes."

Yeonjun raised an eyebrow. "But my clothes are way too big for you, Gyu."

Beomgyu’s lower lip trembled, and he let out a whiny tone. "Jjunie clothes now!"

Yeonjun laughed, crossing his arms. "Alright, alright, my baby anklet. What do you want to wear of mine, huh?"

"Hoodie," Beomgyu replied immediately, bouncing on his toes.

"But it’ll go down to your feet! It’ll cover your anklet," Yeonjun teased, watching Beomgyu pout even harder.

"You’re a meanie!" Beomgyu complained, crossing his arms.

Yeonjun chuckled and gave in. "Fine, fine. Let me see... Ah, here’s one that should cover just to your knees."

Beomgyu snatched the hoodie happily and ran to the bathroom to change. When he came out, the oversized hoodie almost swallowed him, but his bright smile made up for it. "Hyung, how do I look? Beautiful like a princess?"

Yeonjun smiled warmly, walking over to him and cupping his face. "More than a princess, Gyu. You look perfect."

Beomgyu blushed and then changed the topic suddenly. "You play basketball with Soobin Hyung, right?"

"Yeah, why?"

"I’ll cheer for you guys, then!" Beomgyu declared with a proud grin.

Yeonjun laughed and ruffled Beomgyu’s hair. "Of course you will. But right now, let’s head downstairs. My mom is waiting for us."

Beomgyu nodded eagerly. "Let’s go!"

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At the Mall

The trio arrived at the mall, ready to find the perfect outfits for the wedding. Yeonjun’s mom led the way, full of excitement. "First, let’s find Beomgyu’s dress!" she announced.

They headed into a bridal store, where Yeonjun and Beomgyu browsed the dresses. Yeonjun’s mom excused herself to look for wedding accessories, leaving the two boys alone.

"So, my Gyu," Yeonjun asked, "any dress catching your eye?"

Beomgyu looked around, uncertain, until his eyes landed on a beautiful wedding dress adorned with delicate butterfly designs. His eyes widened, and he grabbed Yeonjun’s arm. "Jjunie, look! That one—it has butterflies, just like my anklet!"

Yeonjun smiled at Beomgyu’s excitement and kissed his cheek. "You really love butterflies, don’t you, Gyu?"

Beomgyu giggled, nodding enthusiastically. "Hehe, I do!"

Just then, Yeonjun’s mom returned. "Did you two find anything?"

Both boys nodded, pointing at the butterfly dress. "That one!" they said in unison.

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Back at Home

Later that evening, they returned home after a long day of shopping. Beomgyu’s anklet jingled softly as he walked, still not wearing shoes, even in the mall.

Yeonjun had some assignments to finish for school, so he retreated to his office, slipping on his glasses as he sat at his desk. He started typing away on his computer when Beomgyu appeared in the doorway, looking sleepy.

"Jjunie…" Beomgyu mumbled, rubbing his eyes. "Can I have your phone?"

Yeonjun smiled and handed it to him without question. "Here, Gyu. Play something if you want."

Beomgyu sat on Yeonjun’s lap, resting his head against Yeonjun’s chest as he fiddled with the phone. After a few minutes, he grew sleepy, setting the phone aside and snuggling closer. "Jjunie… I’m sleepy

Yeonjun smiled softly, wrapping his arms around Beomgyu and kissing the top of his head. "I can tell, my Gyu," he murmured. "Do you want to go to bed now?"

Beomgyu shook his head weakly, his voice muffled against Yeonjun’s chest. "No... I want to stay with you."

Yeonjun's heart melted at Beomgyu’s clinginess. He sighed, shutting down his computer. "Alright, come on, let’s get comfortable." Gently, Yeonjun lifted Beomgyu into his arms, carrying him bridal style toward the bed.

Beomgyu clung to him, his eyes half-closed. "Jjunie... you're so strong."

Yeonjun chuckled softly, laying Beomgyu down on the bed. "You're light, Gyu. I could carry you forever." He pulled the blankets over Beomgyu and then slipped in beside him.

Beomgyu immediately snuggled into Yeonjun’s side, his head resting on Yeonjun’s chest. "I like it when you hold me," he whispered.

"I like holding you too," Yeonjun replied, wrapping an arm around Beomgyu protectively. "You’re my beautiful anklet, remember? I’ll always keep you close."

Beomgyu smiled sleepily, letting out a soft hum. "Hyung... you're the best."

Yeonjun smiled down at him, brushing Beomgyu’s hair out of his face. "And you’re my precious Gyu." He kissed Beomgyu’s forehead gently before closing his eyes, settling in for the night. "Sleep now, baby. We’ve got a lot to do tomorrow for the wedding."

Beomgyu nodded weakly, already half-asleep, his breathing slowing down as he drifted off in Yeonjun’s arms.

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