Chapter 1
The bright blue sky was covered with white clouds as a gentle breeze swirled softly and slowly. The fresh and cold air seems to agree with what was happening in the tiny gazebo tucked at the top of the hill as soft strains of classical music floated in the background. An intimate group of people had gathered for a happy occasion, and murmurs filled the air when they noticed him standing at the entrance. There were happy, beaming smiles all around, and everyone turned to take in the breathtaking, ethereal look of the man.
Kyuhyun POV
Nervously with a pounding heart, Kyuhyun walked down the aisle slowly with his arm linked with his father's, trying his best to not wobble in his new leather shoes. Dressed in a self designed beige four piece suit, he lightly smiled to all his friends and relatives present on this very important day as a basketful of emotions chewed at his heart.
Focusing on the dark haired man just a few metres away, he smiled warmly when he caught the twinkle in his pair of bright and chocolate brown eyes, a calming effect no doubt as he found it easier to breath.
"So this is it," he thought to himself. Taking another deep breath, he tried his best to steady his still palpitating heart. Stealing a glance at his father who was walking proudly with his head held high, he took another look at his soon to be husband.
Siwon looked handsome no handsome don't do him justice today. He looked well perfect, simply perfect. With his slightly wavy hair flicked away from his face, his oh so perfect features really stood out. Deep set mesmerizing eyes, high cheekbones, bow shaped kissable lips. Coupled with his lanky frame and smouldering looks, Kyuhyun learnt to ignore the envious stares from others. As a wave of emotions coursed through him, a stray tear formed at the corner of his eyes as he recalled their first meeting.
He was practicing basketball with his team in the university's hall when he hit a ball too hard and sent it flying to destroy the pair of black rimmed spectacles on Kyuhyun. From there, it took Siwon six months to convince Kyuhyun to go out with him and another six months to persuade Kyuhyun that he was serious about him. After they officially became a couple, they had to endure 2 catty ex girlfriends and 2 psycho ex boyfriends not forgetting vehemently disapproving parents on both sides before Siwon finally popped the question to Kyuhyun with a simple platinum ring while on the highest level of the Eiffel Tower.
They have been together for 2 years, 2 days, 7 hours and 23 seconds.
Siwon POV
Siwon's best friend, Hyuk, was helping him to adjust his tie when he saw Kyuhyun appearing at the entrance of the gazebo and his breath got caught in his throat.
Honestly, he looked beautiful no beautiful don't quite describe him today. He is beautiful everyday but today, he looked simply perfect. He was wearing his very own hand sewn suit. A simple fitted four piece suit made with satin and cotton that accentuate his slightly meaty thighs and lanky frame. With the setting sun behind him, he seemed to be bathed in the warm rays which surrounded him and creating a whimsical halo. He looked like an angel. His angel.
Seeing Kyuhyun wobbled a little, Siwon smiled gently. He was wearing this pair of slightly heeled leather boots. He wanted to be the same height as him. "So I will look on par with you!" he exclaimed while trying on the boots a week ago.
He still remembered vividly the first time he saw Kyuhyun. He had noticed the black rimmed spectacled boy ever since he sat opposite him in the library one day. He had the most attractive eyes he had ever seen, mocha brown, expressive and lively. He later got to know from his sources that his name was Kyuhyun and was an arts student. He watched him in the university from afar and was fast turning into a stalker but did not know how to approach him.
His chance came when he saw Kyuhyun drawing at the far corner on the second floor of the school hall one day. Aiming at his handheld easel, he threw the basketball hard. Kyuhyun got hit instead, dropping onto the floor as the basketball hit him full on the face. Horrified, he rushed up to check on his angel, all the while admonishing himself. Like they say, the rest is history.
He had planned for the proposal for almost 6 months, wanting it to be something memorable and special he had to it was for the most important person of his life. It was hard trying to keep the proposal a secret, they were together almost all the time. When he said yes, Siwon felt like the happiest and luckiest man on earth.
In his mind, he counted, they have been together for 2 years, 2 days, 7 hours and 23 seconds.
"You may now kiss the groom." The pastor announced without batting an eyelid at their pairing, having conducted similar ceremonies for same sex couples in the past. Siwon looked at Kyuhyun who smiled at him, as everyone else seemed faded to the background. He held his waist and pulled him closer, hands clasped behind. Then he leaned forward and kissed him gently on the lips. Amidst all the clapping and cheering, Siwon whispered in his ear. "That is only the beginning."
It was a very small and intimate affair in the exclusive members club for the reception of Siwon and Kyuhyun's wedding. Just the way the couple liked it. Guests mingled freely and took photos with the newly weds. Hands intertwined the entire night, Siwon could not wait to be alone with Kyuhyun.
Standing together in the lift to their new apartment, Siwon clutched Kyuhyun's hand tightly as they stood in companionable silence. Giving his hand a gentle squeeze, Kyuhyun stood closer to Siwon. There was no need to talk, it was just comfortable silence as they locked in the special memories of the day.
Once in the apartment with the door closed shut, Siwon pushed Kyuhyun to the wall and kissed him hungrily, nibbling his upper lip before sweeping his tongue into the hot hot cavern. "I have been waiting for this the whole day," he gasped into his mouth as he tried to undress him, with slightly trembling fingers.
Kyuhyun let out a small giggle, wriggled his body out of the tight pants and fitted shirt before pressing his naked body to his husband. Locking his hands around his neck, he kissed him deeply before helping him out of his clothes.
Standing slightly apart, both naked and trembling a little, Siwon stood staring at Kyuhyun. "I love you. I will love you forever, you know." He said seriously. And he is just so certain about that.
"Me too. I will love you till forever," Kyuhyun said in reply, knowing deep down that that could be the only truth.
Pulling Kyuhyun towards him, Siwon carried him and walked towards their bedroom. He laid him down gently on the bed and continued staring at him in awe. Stroking his cheeks lightly, he started to pepper little kisses on his face and neck, whispering over and over to him his promises as they finally consummated their love.
Siwon POV
"Where is he?" he mumbled as he grabbed his boxers strewn carelessly on the carpeted floor. Upon opening the bedroom door, a delicious buttery aroma hit him. So, he is cooking or trying to cook, he corrected himself, laughingly. Groggily, he proceeded to the kitchen and seeing Kyuhyun in his favourite sleeping jersey and nothing else, brought a wide grin to Siwon's face. As he faced his husband's back, he remembered how he always stared at his retreating back for the first six months of meeting him in the university's library.
"Here, a new pair of specs" explained Siwon, holding out a small carrier "For the one I broke." He realized Kyuhyun was staring at him with suspicion, his round orbs narrowing. "Please take it or else I will feel really bad about what had happened. Please." Kyuhyun reached out, took the bag, nodded his head and turned to leave. "Hey, do you want to have lunch together? My treat? I know of a great authentic Korean café.." he ventured hesitantly, crossing his fingers behind his back.
After shaking his head, Kyuhyun left hurriedly, without a backward glance, leaving him staring at his retreating back. From that day onwards, every time Siwon attempted to talk to Kyuhyun, he would either reject him outright or shake his head before scurrying away. Driven by months of countless rejections, Siwon finally contemplated on a desperate move. Waylaying him as he was doodling at his favourite quiet spot in a far flung corner of the university's main building, Siwon pulled Kyuhyun into an unused classroom.
"Listen. I know you think I am a playboy and goes around breaking hearts. That is not true. I had a total of 2 girlfriends and I broke up with them because they are either with me because of my so called wealth or my so called looks. I don't flirt neither do I string anyone along. I do not need to defend myself and see no need to because I believe in that if you are truly my friend, you would know me well enough. But I do see the need to explain to you," he took a deep breath, his hand still holding on the Kyuhyun's arm. Then he continued.
"I first met you on 5 of february at 9:34 am in the school library. You were wearing a stripped sweater and your hair was about 2 inches longer than now. I was attracted by those very, very mesmerizing eyes of yours that you insist on hiding behind those thick rimmed spectacles. I know that you love to eat the chocolate crepe from the third street vendor at the farmer's market near the university and that you always doodle in class because you cannot concentrate if you don't do that. I like the way you treat your friends and how you are always kind to everyone including the attendants of the school," seeing Kyuhyun about to talk, Siwon put his finger to his lips to ask him to let him continue.
"Let me finish and after this, you can do what you want I cannot explain why but I was already very attracted to you on that day. I have never felt this way before. I know you would say we are both males but honestly, that did not cross my mind, I just like you, Cho Kyuhyun. Period. I just want to have a chance to know you and to talk to you, to find out your dreams, likes and dislikes. It seems very silly of me to do all this and I am laughed at by all my friends but I know, as long as there is a glimpse of hope for me to see you smile at me or talk to me, I will try. I have been trying so hard for the past few months and every time I see your back, it is like sign telling me that you will never give me a chance...And of course, after this, you would officially think that I am a crazy man and would never want to ever see me again." Siwon stared at Kyuhyun whose back was facing him once again.
"I...am sorry for harassing you for so long. I know you probably really hate me now." Sensing no response from Kyuhyun, Siwon apologized once again and walked dejectedly towards the door, his hands in his pockets.
"I love Korean food too," he heard Kyuhyun whispered. Turning his head, the two of them grinned at each other.
Kyuhyun POV
Kyuhyun got up bright and early, stretching himself and feeling a little sore. He blushed as he recalled their first night together, it felt really, really good, especially after they had done it four times before fatigue took over Kyuhyun.
Gently covering Siwon with the blanket and planting a light kiss on his lips, he put on his favourite sleeping jersey and walked to the kitchen. He knew Siwon loved waffles with lots of butter and he really wanted to surprise him with a breakfast in bed.
Humming a song, Kyuhyun pottered around the kitchen, trying to make as little noise as possible. Fingering the jersey he found a small familiar tear at the right sleeve. He had always wanted to mend the tear but Siwon refused. He said its for memory. The memory of their first date.
Kyuhyun was nervous as he made his way down his apartment. He had left his spectacles at home and tried to wear the contact lens he gotten just yesterday. He smoothed his hair and wondered if Siwon will turn up as promised. He need not have worried. When he opened the main gate, he was waiting for him with a single stalk of red rose.
They had such a good time in the Korean restaurant that Kyuhyun almost forgot the time. He found Siwon to be a smart, thoughtful person and a goofball who is not afraid to make fun of himself. He wasn't at all what he heard about him. And he had a lovely pair of expressive eyes which twinkled when he laughed, making the already perfect face more Adonis like. Kyuhyun was willing to drown in them As he stood infront of the mirror in the gents, he reminded himself that it was just a date, the first date. "He may find that he don't like you all," he mumbled to his own reflection, feeling a pinch in his chest, not liking that thought at all.
It was almost midnight when they were walking toward his home, and he did not notice the banana peel on the pavement. With a sudden slip, he braced himself for an unceremonious fall. Luckily, a pair of strong arms prevented him from making a fool of himself. In the process, a slight tear appeared on the jersey Siwon was wearing, where he had grabbed too hard. For a fraction of a second, Kyuhyun closed his eyes as he allowed himself to be enveloped by the musky, masculine scent.
After regaining his composure and with a blush dusting his cheeks, Kyuhyun wished Siwon goodnight and scurried up to his apartment, not knowing that the handsome man was staring a good ten minutes into the empty space with a goofy smile on his face where he had just occupied before turning to leave. He could still feel Siwon's lips on his forehead, though it was just accidental.
He did not wash his forehead for at least a week.
It suffice to say Kyuhyun had fallen for Siwon although he did not know it then.
