#74
After finishing his meal, Idam entered the bedroom. He immediately went into the bathroom and started showering. Although he had showered on the plane, the heat here made his body feel sticky and uncomfortable quickly. He also wanted to rest in a clean state. After thoroughly brushing his teeth, Idam came out of the dressing room wearing a fresh cotton shirt and pants.
On the bedside table was his phone, which he had left charging before going out. He thought of Hayun. Although they were supposed to return to Seoul in a week, he wanted to let him know how he was doing. He also wanted to show him this sea. Idam opened the camera app and approached the window. The glass was so clean that the photo turned out great even without opening the window.
“It came out well.”
Idam sent the sea photo to Hayun via messenger. Hayun replied immediately.
It seemed that because this island was near Hawaii, the sea looked similar. In fact, Idam thought it looked most like the Hawaiian sea too.
Idam explained in detail how he ended up on this island.
Hayun’s reply was full of disbelief. When Idam checked his own message again, it did feel like someone’s fantasy.
After finishing the meal, Taemin had headed to the study, saying he needed to work.
Since it was a private island, it was expected that it wouldn’t be shown on maps.
Hayun’s message was full of apology.
If Hayun, who was uncomfortable with Taemin, praised it this much, it must be quite nice. Idam felt proud for no reason.
Hayun, who seemed busy, stopped messaging. Although he hadn’t heard his voice directly, Hayun seemed to be bursting with different energy than before. Just like an ordinary twenty-year-old. So Idam felt relieved. Thinking it was thanks to Taemin, Idam’s heart ached and fluttered even more.
“Ah, what should I do…?”
His heart kept tingling, driving him crazy. The heat intensified as he thought of Taemin. Feeling like his heart wouldn’t survive this, he shook his head and walked around the bedroom. He even tried doing a handstand, but his heart still burned as if on fire.
Maybe lying down would help. Idam quickly lay on the bed. The bed here wasn’t a canopy, so he could see the ceiling rafters. But gradually, Taemin’s beautiful face flickered in his mind.
The revived heat made Idam even crazier. He quickly squeezed his eyes shut and pulled the blanket over his head. The trembling of his heart seemed to lessen somewhat. Gradually feeling drowsy, Idam fell into a deep sleep.
* * *
Taemin left the study and headed to the bedroom. His eyes were full of vitality. In fact, he had planned to bring Idam here from the beginning, so he had already adjusted his schedule. Therefore, he only had minor tasks to handle, which wasn’t a big problem. Moreover, he was overjoyed that Idam had become even more dependent on him due to Han Jongcheol’s sudden appearance.
“Hahaha!”
Filled with elation, laughter escaped through his teeth. This startled the employees working in various places, causing them to drop their brooms or dishes. They all whispered that Taemin had become an even more perfect madman.
However, Taemin entered the bedroom with a smile, completely ignoring the employees’ gazes. Like a groom on his honeymoon.
As if to fuel Taemin’s fire even more, the bedroom was filled with the scent of pheromones. It was as if flower petals covered the entire space. In this dreamlike fragrance, Idam was sleeping on the bed. Lying on his side and curled up, he looked even more petite.
Taemin approached Idam and gazed at his sleeping form. Due to Taemin’s large and broad shoulders, Idam’s body was completely covered by Taemin’s shadow.
He couldn’t help but be aroused by Idam’s baby-like breathing sounds. He wanted to have sex right away, but he decided to hold back for now. Considering the kidnapping incident and the tiring journey here, he thought Idam might be exhausted. To enjoy him thoroughly in the future, he needed to let him replenish his energy.
While showing this sinister generosity, Taemin’s eyes fell on Idam’s phone lying on the bed. He gently picked it up, unlocked the pattern, and checked the contents. He saw the messages Idam had exchanged with Hayun. While the conversations were mostly innocuous, there was a part that irritated him.
He had no intention of letting Idam go to Jang Hayun, even for a brief outing.
“I guess we’ll have to stay longer?”
Eventually, he put the phone back on the charger and was about to get on the bed when he stopped. He could smell body wash on Idam, and his hair seemed not fully dry, with the ends slightly damp. He got off the bed again and started unbuttoning his shirt. Then he headed to the bathroom. He felt he should be clean too if he was going to be close to the freshly washed Idam.
* * *
“Mmm…”
Idam slowly opened his eyes. Through the window, he could see the sea with the setting sun. It had been midday when they ate, so quite some time had passed. Then he noticed an arm wrapped around his waist. He could also feel warm heat enveloping his back. When he turned his head slightly, he saw Taemin with his eyes closed.
“Ah…”
When did he come back? Idam’s cheeks bloomed with a rosy flush. Sweet pheromones were also leaking from him. He felt excited and his heart fluttered. Idam shyly caressed Taemin’s hand wrapped around his waist. At the same time, Taemin’s chest, pressed against him, heaved and he heard him inhale. Soon after, he opened his eyes and spoke.
“Are you awake?”
“Yes, CEO… When did you come?”
“I came in earlier. I was tired too, so I showered and lay down.”
“Ah… I see.”
Idam wriggled his upper body, wanting to face Taemin. Taemin also tightened his grip on Idam’s waist and turned his body. In an instant, they were facing each other. Taemin immediately buried his face in Idam’s neck.
“Did you sleep well?”
“Yes.”
“I’m glad.”
Taemin gently touched Idam’s cheek. At his touch, Idam’s heart fluttered once more. He didn’t understand why he was feeling this way.
“Aren’t you hot? Should I turn on the air conditioning?”
“No, it’s fine. It was hot outside, but it’s okay indoors.”
“Let me know anytime if you feel hot.”
“Okay, I will.”
Just as Idam was wondering what else to say after answering softly…
-Growl
A loud sound of hunger came from his stomach. Instantly, Idam’s cheeks turned red. Taemin’s eyes also curved.
“We should have dinner now.”
“Ah… I…”
This wasn’t right. He didn’t understand why his stomach was growling so tactlessly. Idam pressed firmly on his abdomen. But the growling sound became even louder.
“Why are you trying to hide it?”
Taemin instead touched Idam’s stomach.
“It’s cute.”
“What’s cute… It’s… embarrassing…”
Idam tried to continue speaking but trailed off, feeling childish. This made Taemin’s eye-smile bloom even more beautifully.
“This side of you is pretty too, you know?”
“What’s pretty about it.”
Feeling even more embarrassed, Idam ended up covering his face with both hands. But the smile on Taemin’s lips wouldn’t stop. And he genuinely found Idam unbearably cute. It was strange indeed.
* * *
They decided to have dinner on the spacious terrace with a clear view of the sea. The sun was setting, but the surroundings were bright due to wooden lamps placed around the terrace. There was also a candle on the table, creating a soft atmosphere. As soon as Idam, seated in a chair, saw the prepared food, his eyes widened.
“Huh? What’s this?”
“It’s seasoned chicken.”
“This is?”
The seasoned chicken before him was on an elaborate plate with various garnishes like pickles, asparagus, and lemon. If Taemin hadn’t mentioned it was seasoned chicken, he would have thought it was just a special meat dish. Moreover, there was rice too, so he could have chicken with rice.
“Yes. I prepared it because you said you liked it.”
Taemin smiled. Idam’s eyes became even more moved by his consideration.
“Wow.”
Gradually, a question sprouted in Taemin’s chest.
Why does this fairy keep being so cute? It was a cliché expression, but he felt like biting him.
