FLASHBACK CONTINUES.TWO MONTHS LATER."Yeah, Dad. I'm here. I'll be in the private room in a few minutes from now." Michael conveyed to his dad—his phone was placed next to his right ear. He took out his car keys and placed them in his pocket. He alighted from the car and locked the door after picking up his wallet and phone.Michael had just finished an emergency case when he received a call from his dad. Michael's dad had called Michael to inform him to meet him (M.D.) at Fantasy Restaurant.Due to the seemingly anxious voice of his dad, Michael had left the hospital without even taking a breather, not to mention changing his clothes, but still, that didn't make him look less handsome.Michael, in his official doctor suit, attracted a lot of ladies' attention, which he paid no mind to. As Michael elegantly made his way toward Country B Fantasy restaurant, a lot of ladies began to point and whisper with a blush on their faces.Michael smirked and waved at the girls before he casuall
(Thank you guys so much for sticking around. I may not say this frequently, but I'm really grateful that you stayed despite my scattered updates. Thank you. Enjoy. And yeah. Don't hesitate to read my new book. Ciao for now.) FLASHBACK CONTINUES Michael furrowed his brows. Was he mistaken, or did he just hear his father mention that he was engaged? Wait! How can that even be possible?Michael quickly brushed it off, thinking that his ears must have been playing a joke on him. That must be it! After all, Mr. Denzel had never planned Michael's life for him.Even when Michael ditched taking over the company to become a doctor after graduating from a top university with a record-breaking score as a business student, his father didn't let out any form of argument. How could it be that his dad would be the one to tell him that he was engaged?Mr. Denzel has always been such a father who only cares about his son's happiness above anything else, and that confirms that Michael's ears must be
After all, this bastard had made him go through hell throughout his stay at the hospital."Hm," Xavier replied with a mischievous and nonchalant smirk, despite understanding what Michael's gaze meant.When Nicholas first delivered the engagement news two months ago to Xavier in preparation for his emotions, Xavier stormed out, not believing that he had just been tied down without his knowledge.But upon hearing that he was engaged to a childhood friend of his with his own agreement, Xavier only had one thought: big brother Xavi.All this while, Xavier never recalled that boy, or it was accurate to say that he had chosen to forget that little boy after the many years of separation, but upon hearing that he was betrothed to the boy, he couldn't help giving in the impulse to find him.Surprisingly, that little boy who always stuck by him during childhood had become a genius and handsome doctor.And seeing the handsome older version of the boy made Xavier's heart race.At that moment, Xa
FLASHBACK CONTINUES"Woah. Woah. Woah. I never expected this shocking news. Doctor Michael is bent? Oh, how many ladies' hearts have been broken by the news." The female newscaster sat down elegantly with a pretty smile on her face as she reported daintily with an excited look."The most shocking news to me is the anonymous man's words. That's just a Kodak moment. Just the memory of how naughty our cold doctor Michael is is enough to make me blush." The second female reporter reported a blush surfacing on her pretty face."Who do you think is the anonymous man? I think that man should be one of the most capable men in the country because that's the right fit for our doctor, or else many fans will throw a fit. How sad that the man's face was blurred, but his perfect figure is 1000/10..." The third female newscaster reported with an enchanted smile on her face.The second female interjected with a childish, beautiful giggle. "Reporter H, I think your report is getting out of hand…"Mic
Michael was proven wrong! He had believed that the world would gradually forget the love between Xavier and Michael within one or two months, but he was wrong.Even a year later, all his public relationships were still spread around. In other words, Doctor Michael had stylishly gotten used to spreading dogfood with Xavier to the citizens.At this rate, there's certainly no option for canceling engagement in Xavier's dictionary.Xavier's intention from the very beginning was to chase after the cute young boy who had always called Xavier 'big brother Xav'. Since Michael hated him, what was the perfect way to get him?Due to the event, Xavier became sticky, hardly separating from Michael, and gradually Michael began to get used to the pervert as well."Ok. I'll pick it up," Michael responded to the person at the other end of the phone while inputting the code to unlock the door. His phone clamped in between his shoulder and right ear."Bye, darling." Michael smiled and made a kiss sound
“You dared lie to me that it's nothing?” Xavier growled angrily and grabbed the boy's chin tighter, which made the boy wince, but Xavier, whose rationality was already consumed by anger, was oblivious to the boy's pain.“I…”“Did you know how much we searched for you that night?” Xavier ran his hand through his hair in fury.“Did you know how heartbroken and panicked your dad and I were when we heard that you hadn't visited the hospital? Dad thought you were f**king kidnapped. You should understand what that meant to his emotions.” Xavier accused and separated from the boy before turning his back on him.Michael's teary eyes were filled with panic upon hearing Xavier's last statement. He couldn't hold the tears anymore and let them slip past his cheeks.Michael's heart pangs because of his childish behavior. He understands that Mr. Denzel has become overprotective of him ever since that kidnapping incident, and Mr. Denzel would panic if he didn't hear from Michael in a day and Michael
@Michael typing…'@Michael. Big brother is typing? You and brother-in-law Xavi have yet to do that? I believed that you would be fighting with him on the bed, completely pressed down by now. Oh! What a letdown!' Completing Sean's sentence were three mischievous smirking emojis.Michael, who had been typing something different, scowled immediately. Without hesitation, he deleted what he was typing and @Sean. A permanent scowl on his face.'@Sean. Keep quiet, you stinky Sean. You think I'll be pressed down? Pfft, I'm the one pressing him down. Michael commented.@_@ David, Jude, and Sean sent an eye emoji. Inwardly wondering why all the bottoms always boast about being the top.'@Michael. Impossible. There's no need to deny; your fate as a bottom has been sealed.' Sean responded with a laughing emoji.Michael's face turned beet red. Hmph! Impossible; how can he be pressed down by Xavier? It can only be the other way around. Thought the bottom Michael, who ran away because he didn't want
“Eh. Xavier. What are you doing?” Michael exclaimed upon seeing Xavier stripping off his clothes, like the typical behavior of that blue-eyed devilish pervert. His hand flew toward his face, and he quickly covered his face with his palm before his innocent eyes came into contact with that big monster.Who knew Xavier would suddenly begin to strip while resting? Is that devilish pervert's previous habit' acting up?A mischievous smirk surfaced on Xavier's face after seeing the cute bunny's evading act. “Still hiding your face? Not as if you haven't seen me like this before.” Xavier uttered it, his voice filled with mischievous teasing.Recalling the past and days at the hospital made Michael's face reddened with grievances and embarrassment; for that reason, his choice of not taking his hand away from his face became firm.Noticing Michael's firm stance, the completely naked Xavier strode toward Michael. He gently lifted Michael's chin before removing Michael's hand from his face, onl
Upon hearing Hayden's words, an amused smile crept on Zenos' face, and he nodded in agreement. He grabbed the boy's hand and placed his head on the boy's shoulder; he kissed the boy's smooth and pale cheek. "Hm, let's stay at home.” Upon hearing Zenos' words, a smile unconsciously lit up on Hayden's face. However, upon realizing that he had just smiled, Hayden quickly puffed out his cheek and looked away. Huff, that Zenos always knows how to placate him and make him smile so easily. So otherworldly!Zenos got down from Hayden and instead wrapped his hands around the boy's waist and pulled him closer. His eyes were fixated on the boy's lips, and their noses brushed against each other. "Stop holding grudges, young master lazy Hayden." He susurrated in a husky and deep voice. A surge of sweet sensation coursed down Hayden's spine, and his face and ears turned red. His lips subconsciously parted. However, before he could blink, the kiss that Hayden expected on his lips didn't happen
Ring The endless ringing of Hayden’s phone made Hayden groan and turn repeatedly. After a few seconds, he opened his eyes and peered at the phone. After seeing the caller, Hayden grabbed a pillow and used it to cover his ears in ‘frustration.’ Hayden shut his eyes, ignored the call, and let it ring. After a few minutes of contemplation and endless ringing, Hayden picked up the call with a scowl. "What?" he articulated coldly. "Where are you?" Zenos inquired, his voice surprisingly gentle; clearly, he knew Hayden was still annoyed at him. The tides sure turned over!Upon hearing Zenos’s words, Hayden’s expression changed. He puffed out his cheeks, and he bellowed, "You think I don't know that you have men following and narrating my movement to you? You jerk!" He harrumphed coldly and cut off the call. Not up to twelve minutes, a calm-looking Zenos strode into the house. His eyes brushed past Hayden’s friends, and upon seeing that Hayden was absent, he nodded to them in greeting.
Hayden stomped into his mansion, his face reddened and his cheeks puffed out in anger. He clenched his fists, several thoughts pervading his mind. To think Zenos didn't follow him at all! Although Hayden said Zenos shouldn’t follow him, he didn’t expect that Zenos would indeed do as Hayden said. Hmph! Who cares anyway? Does he seem like he cares? No. He didn’t. He wasn’t moved a bit. Not a bit. Unfortunately, Hayden’s increasingly reddened eyes betrayed him. The night started so good and beautiful; how can it end like this? He even said that Zenos should give him a break; what if Zenos indeed does as he says… Hayden’s eyes reddened, and he was on the verge of bursting into tears… The sudden scoff of Mason and his sarcastic voice drifted into Hayden’s ear. "Oh. You remember you still have an apartment and friends here?” Mason chided without taking a glance away from his phone or taking a look at Hayden’s face. In fact, he believed that Hayden was there to visit them. “Stupid.” H
Upon seeing Zenos’s back, Zenos’s subordinate's expression changed instantly. One of them pointed at Zenos’s back. "Boss. You're…" Before the subordinates could let out a word, Zenos’s cold gaze swept past them.The subordinates immediately kept their mouths shut and could only watch Zenos stride past them. As soon as Zenos stepped out of the place, the subordinates’ expressions changed and their faces turned cold. How dare these lowly assassins do something like that? The subordinates inwardly swore to make the assassin's last days on earth a living hell! Zenos strode toward Hayden at a long and fast pace. He grabbed Hayden’s hand and dragged him out of the supermarket. As soon as they arrived in the parking lot, Zenos let go of the boy’s hand and scowled, his heart filled with petrification and heartache. What if he didn’t discover the gun and the bullet met Hayden? What if? The thought is enough to send overwhelming fear coursing through Zenos. "Are you crazy? How can you co
Zenos familiarly strode toward the cart section, and grabbed a cart with his right hand, and Hayden’s hands with his left.As soon as the duo left Chips n Chops, Hayden happily suggested that they should go to the city's famous supermarket to get the sketch paper, and once they are done with that, they can continue strolling and find other places to visit!Upon seeing Zenos act so familiarly as if he had been used to this all his life, Hayden’s eyes widened in shock. Hayden has always taken Zenos as someone lofty, high, and mighty who is used to extraordinary actions and not ordinary actions other humans do day-to-day.Hayden’s hand held Zenos’ hand tighter, and his eyes fixed on Zenos’ tall and straight figure. "How can you do this like... like you were familiar with this?" He inquired, his voice filled with shock. Zenos’ lips curved up in amusement. What is this little rascal thinking again? "Familiar." He calmly proclaimed in acquiesence Hearing Zenos’ confirmation made Hayden’
"That moment when you told me you don’t want to have anything to do with me, even though we just met, I became a wreck,” Zenos confessed sincerely, replaying that moment when he stepped into Hayden’s room with snacks only for Hayden to lash out at him.At that time, Zenos believed that he’d never have anything to do with the boy. Who knew that they’d end up becoming so close that they wouldn’t be able to do without each other?The city was cold, and beautiful lights pervaded the city, the cool breeze caressing them softly. Even though the night was cold, somehow being next to each other while holding each other's hands, Hayden and Zenos felt inexplicably warm. The duo couldn’t help thinking inwardly that they needed to be doing more of this from now on reminiscing.Upon recalling that moment, Hayden’s expression changed, and a surge of regret overwhelmed him. Back then, Hayden lashed out at Zenos, thinking that Zenos would coax and explain to him, but he hadn’t expected that in a
"Oh, not again.” Hayden took a step back and exhaled; he puffed out his cheeks and huffed. He made a mistake again! How could he make a mistake for the umpteenth time now? Huff! So infuriating! Hayden’s eyes landed on the drawing, which was now splashed with a different color! Sigh! He gently removed the drawing from the board. Even though he had the idea, he kept making lots of mistakes due to his absentmindedness. Furthermore, he also had a bout of anxiety overwhelming him today. This was all due to the upcoming design exam. In the past, before Hayden set his eyes on Zenos, Hayden had always believed that he wouldn’t venture into design, but ever since he met Zenos, Hayden was inspired to pursue his design career. Hayden believed that in the future, he and Zenos would surely lead the business company to the top. The thought made Hayden’s expression soften and made his bout of anxiety diffuse slightly. Immediately, Hayden felt inspired and a lot of calm; he took a step bac
Hayden leisurely lay on his stomach while flailing his legs, his hand holding his phone tight and his fingers tapping the keyboard rapidly early that morning, leisurely chatting with those rascals in the mansion. It was vivid that Hayden was in a good mood after all; a certain person didn’t wake up with an aching body that morning!Just thinking about it feels great and makes his mood extremely surreal; even his face seems to have a permanent smile on it. Suddenly, the bedroom door was opened, and a darkened face, Zenos, strode into the room at a long and fast pace. Feeling the fierce aura exuding from Zenos, Hayden’s eyes flew wide open, and he turned to Zenos in bewilderment, "What are you… Mmmhhh." Hayden had yet to complete his statement when he was pressed down and kissed ferociously by the dark-faced Zenos. Soon, Hayden was flipped over by Zenos, and his hands were pinned above him. Hayden’s brain rang, and he became alarmed... What. What was happening? How can Zenos pres
Zenos pushed the door and strode into the room calmly. His lips curved up, and he shut the door behind them. The boy had been so sure of trapping Zenos with his plans so much that the boy didn’t bother to shut the door tonight. Only if the boy knew how much Zenos took precautions! Zenos gently sat next to the boy; his soft eyes landed on Hayden's adorable and pure sleeping face. Hayden sleeping like this made him appear so free, pure, and untainted by the world's darkness. It made Zenos want to protect the boy from any harm.Zenos' lips curved up upon recalling the boy’s naughty antics from earlier. His hand fell on the boy’s hair, and he softly brushed Hayden’s hair with his hand. Zenos’s lips curved upward, and a light chuckle spilled past his lips, "How'd you get the mind to torture me, babe?" The boy should have known that riling Zenos’ desire would make Hayden wake up with increasing pain. However, the boy has always been naughty; who knows if the boy enjoys the… Suddenly, H