Mikkulaji… counter attack! - Part A (RicSung fanfic)
Genre: bromance, friendship
Rating: G+
Pairing: RicSung (Eric Mun and Shin Hyesung of Shinhwa)
Disclaimer: Shinhwa members are themselves, me adoring from afar. Gomdori? Well, even it's a dog, I won't claim it as well :)
Story setting: after shooting of Shinhwa Broadcast episode 10-11
Background music: Dreaming of Separation by Shin Hyesung and Forever with You by Shinhwa (duet song Shin Hyesung & Eric Mun)
( credit of English translation of Dreaming of Separation goes to Shinhwa Changjo Indonesia )
Description: While Hyesung usually is the nagging and resistant one, sometimes at times like these, Eric gets the upper hand and becomes fussy to Hyesung. Sure, Eric will gladly take advantage of Hyesung at any possible way.
[Part A - Horrible Date]
Part A - Horrible Date
♥ ♥ ♥ Ric ♥ Sung ♥ ♥ ♥
“Is it me… or Hyesung’s just being clingy today?” Eric muses as he walks to restroom. Since Shinhwa finished the shooting for Shinhwa Broadcast episode “God of Eloquence”, Hyesung has been around him. Out of the tail of his eye, he can see him always nearby. Actually Hyesung doesn’t do anything particular, but his presence for being that close almost drives Eric crazy. The fact that Hyesung does nothing but keeps around makes him agitated. It’s out of Hyesung’s habit. Firstly, he’s always busying himself by doing things efficiently. Secondly, almost at all times he avoids Eric whenever he senses him alone, afraid to get teased. And with that serious expression Hyesung has on his face now, doubtfully he’s in the mood to be playful with Eric, especially after this late.
“Now it’s odd.” Eric ponders again. After the shooting, Eric talked to the PD about the schedule. He needed to adjust small things as Shinhwa members will have their own individual activity within the last half year. And he was surprised to see Hyesung came and got involved with their discussion voluntarily. Usually it’s always Minwoo or Andy. Then after that, when he thanked the staffs, Hyesung didn’t leave him and bowed to them besides him.
“Gosh, he even follows me to restroom. Ottohke?” he said to himself, literally facepalms.
“Hyesung-ah, you need something from me?” Eric asks suspiciously.
Hyesung looks at him with blank expression. He shakes his head. “Wae?” he replies back.
“Stop tailing me. Are you a stalker?” Eric rolls his eyes.
“Of course I’m not!” Hyesung pouts. “I just want to wash my hands. They stink. I think it’s because of those prawn chips Dongwan shared with me.” He reasons lamely. “Nothing to do with you.”
“Then why from the time we finished our shooting, you’ve been following me around?” Eric questions.
“Me?” Hyesung points at himself. “No, I’m not. And why are you so angry? It’s not I want to prank you.” Hyesung talks back.
“Tsk… as if. I know you hide something sneaky.” Eric says again.
“Isn’t it you that sneaky, mikkulaji?” Hyesung sneers.
“Yah!” Eric sulks, but this time he walks to Hyesung and stares at his face closely. “Still hurt?” he touches Hyesung’s face right under his chin. There are faint red lines marked on his upper neck. Hyesung was the last in speech contest and he got 2 more pulls of elastic band punishment instead of his original 5 ones. That’s because of his bad luck, he took over all the pulls of Eric’s punishment. He lost in a tricky rock-paper-scissors game against Eric in attempt to reduce his own.
“Aniya.” Hyesung moves backward and rears his head, trying to dodge Eric’s hand. “Ouch!” He bumps his head against the wall behind.
“Hahaha… now both your head and face hurt. See, that’s what you get when you have those ulterior motives inside your small head.” Eric taps Hyesung on the shoulder wickedly.
Hyesung puckers his lips. He wants to say something to defend himself, but suddenly changes his mind. Sometimes Eric is just so stubborn and if he keeps arguing, they will end up with bickering nonstop. No way, his energy is already depleted now.
“Eric-ah, I’m starving. Are you not? I just want to ask you to come with me for dinner. I said before that I’ll treat you and I mean it.” Hyesung hesitantly gets to the topic. He’s not going to beat around the bush. He is sorry he made Eric upset by choosing Dongwan over him in debate section of their show. He just wanted to be funny. After all, it’s only for a show. Yet deep in his heart, no matter what, he always prefers Eric to be his company. Eric is dependable and he’s so much caring toward him. Even every now and then, he wishes Eric will be around him for good.
“Ah! Sashimi? Just the two of us?” Eric suddenly feels excited again. Hyesung nods and smiles sweetly. “Woooo… let’s go!” Eric squeals. “You should tell me so.” Then he grabs one of Hyesung’s sleeves and drags him out of the restroom.
Driving on Hyesung’s convertible, they arrive at their favourite Japanese restaurant in no time. Because of their regularity and their status as VIP guests, they don’t initially need to book. The restaurant is fancy but still holds its traditional style. Japanese ornament and furniture elegantly furnish the waiting hall, corridor and booths.
Hyesung and Eric are lead to their usual booth by a waiter. She opens the shoji and politely let them in. She then closes it and leaves them with the menu list. The booth itself gives them privacy that many celebrities yearn for while enjoying their meal in this restaurant.
“Okay, let’s see… what would I have? It’s on you, right Hyesung-ie?” Eric confirms. He smirks mischievously. “So… I think I will just cover up the dish names and only look at the prices. Well… well… what’s their price? You know Hyesung-ah, this is the fun part. I’m going to choose the most expensive ones!” he keeps on mumbling while grinning nonstop.
“Yah! Just order as usual.” Hyesung is worried now while Eric doesn’t seem to buy it. Eric’s eyes gleam naughtily. His slender index finger traces the price list. The dish names are already covered. Hyesung tries to disturb by tugging the menu. Finally Hyesung gives up and lets Eric do what he wants. Likewise, he mentally notes to take revenge next time they go out again.
In the end, they make their choices. The meal comes not long after. So troublesome that it needs three waiters to bring all their order. Now their table is full with so many kinds of expensive dishes. Most are Eric’s order.
“Itadakimasu.” Eric says happily.
“Itadakimasu.” Hyesung replies enthusiastically. He’s been starving for long time. Not to mention the energy he spent to stalk Eric in order to bring him here.
In the middle of eating, Hyesung asks “Eric-ah, you’re not mad, are you? You see, I didn’t mean it when I chose Dongwan over you. You know I like you more, no… the most among others if I have to say, even over our maknaes. Just don’t say it to our members. And please... never ever compare yourself with poop. I don’t like it at all. Do you think I hate you that much that you need to make me choose between you and poop? Then you don’t know me well enough.” Hyesung rants endlessly.
“Ah… that’s why you treat me with this?” Eric smiles hearing what Hyesung just confessed. “Okay, I will accept your apologies if you sing me a song.” he then eagerly coaxes Hyesung to sing, not forgetting to add with his adorable puppy eyes. “Come on. Just one song, and we’re even.” he adds.
“Why do I have to? You’re not my girl. Even if so, I’m not fancy to entertain you. And remind you, this is public place. I don’t want to draw attention.” Hyesung refuses.
“You used to back then. Why not now? Okay, I’m not your girl but I’m your man!” Eric winks his left eye teasingly. “And besides, it’s a matter of fact that I’m also your baepu. And... and... we’re alone here. It’s more than private. So, it’s fine. Right, Hyesung-ie?” Eric doesn’t seem to back up an inch.
“Alright.” Hyesung gives in, lost by Eric’s continuing attack of his puppy eyes and miserable whining. Still grumbling, he eventually begins to hum.
“Wait, what song is that? And don’t hum, sing… pretty please?” Eric pleads more.
“Okay.. okay..” Hyesung rolls his eyes. “The song’s called Dreaming of Separation.” He then sings it softly. When he sings, he looks anywhere but Eric. Sometimes his eyes cast down to his folding hands. He feels shy to sing in front of Eric, alone. He’d rather do it on the phone.
Dreaming of Separation
I have to go but I have so many thoughts
I could have just gone the way my heart tells me
One day I look back and my heart has already left
I couldn’t even say anything; I was afraid it would hurt you
I thought up cowardly excuses
I dream of separation, while I suffer under love like it’s a big burden
I let you go like it’s our last; you look back and smile
I can see you; can I smile sadly at you like you did yesterday
I don’t know if I feel sorry for you or if I’m just sorry,
I want to hold you in my arms
Can I bear it; I set my heart straight and try to bring back this love
I dream of separation, while I suffer under love like it’s a big burden
I let you go like it’s our last; I wave my hand far away
The only thing you would do is laugh; do I really feel sorry
Now I have to say it
I dream of happiness, even when I try to stop you and tell you not to stay by me
You ask me whether I love you; I nod my head
I dream of separation
On the other hand, Eric keeps smiling while listening solemnly. He slouches forward and puts his chin on the table above his clasped hands. He cocks his head a little until his left cheek lain on the table.
When Hyesung finishes the song, Eric wows and claps like a child. “My heavenly voice… saranghae!” he makes heart shape with his arms above his head. “You dream of separation from me? You know you can’t stay away from me. You’re too deep in love with me.” Eric grins. “I will follow you everywhere. Just like our duet song, Forever with You. I’ll make sure of that. Hahaha... you call it love, I call it destiny.” he heartily laughs.
“You wish.” Hyesung scoffs although he looks between shy and embarrassed. He rubs the back of his head sheepishly. Eric can catch a sight of his cheeks tinged with pink shade.
“So, you’re not mad at me anymore?” Hyesung asks again. He smiles as sweet as he can be, trying to persuade Eric to accept his apology.
“Ah, that’s right. I might look over it, only if you bribe me more.” Eric exclaims and laughs. “You do realize that there are two problems between us that needed to be solved. So, singing me a song is for choosing Dongwan over me.”
“What?” Hyesung is dumbfounded. Surely Eric is a loach. “Tsk, mikkulaji. What about the other one?” he asks.
“You took down my pride to the degree of poop just to win your heart. So, take-home sashimi should settle the problem.” Eric smirks wickedly. “And I want a lot. You should not forget Gomdori at home. Poor him, home alone waiting for his master.” Eric fakes to look pitiful.
“Eric… Gomdori is a dog. He can’t eat sashimi, he can be sick. He has his own biscuit and I just bought him a big pack of tuna flavour yesterday.” Hyesung tries to reason Eric’s puny excuse.
“Please…?” Eric keeps begging.
“Fine… do whatever you want.” Hyesung shakes his head in disbelief as to Eric’s appetite. Now he really is broke. “Hurry, so we can go home soon. I’m already sleepy. You drive, okay?” Hyesung says again.
“Yay, what a life! Okay, as my gratitude, tonight I’ll be your personal chauffer. I, the knight, will make sure to escort our little prince home safe and sound.” Eric being dramatic pats his own chest and beams ear to ear.
“Tsk, stop being so mushy.” Hyesung sighs but obediently orders more sashimi to bring home. He gives his car key to Eric and gets up. “Let’s go home.”
In the car, Hyesung turns on the CD player and selects songs from his ballad album. The soft music lulls him and he becomes asleep. His eyelids droop slowly as he struggles to keep them open.
Out of the blue, Eric’s voice drifts into Hyesung’s ears. Eric is rapping his part in Hello & Goodbye. Hyesung opens his eyes slightly. He utters drowsily, “I love this song. I love your rap. I love how our voice blends smoothly.”
Eric turns his head to Hyesung. “Ricsung jjang.” he responds in an affectionate tone and smiles a little. “Go sleep. I’ll wake you up when we get there.”
They finally reach their apartment building. Eric parks Hyesung’s car in their reserved parking lot. He pats Hyesung’s thigh to wake him up. “We’re home.”
Hyesung wakes up lazily but he follows Eric out. Together they take lift to go up to their floor. They are actually neighbours for years, bringing the fact they are really close to each other. Even their parents are also close. With Eric’s parents are in the US, automatically Hyesung’s family are his closest relatives, particularly Hyesung’s mother. Her home made cook is the best.
In front of Hyesung’s door, Eric stops and gives back Hyesung’s key car. “Thanks, Hyesung-ie. You save my life tomorrow with this breakfast.” Eric smirks as he lifts the plastic bag filled with sashimi.
“As long as you’re happy.” Hyesung answers coolly. All of sudden Hyesung leans forward awkwardly and kisses Eric’s right cheek unexpectedly. So swift that it looks like he only brushes his lips on Eric’s cheek.
Stunned, Eric hears Hyesung whispers softly, “Nite, Eric.” before he jogs to his door and disappears behind it in a flash.
Hyesung just initiated a kiss! Somehow the thought manages to pop into Eric’s head while he’s on the cloud nine.
“Wae…? Aigoo, too fast…” Eric is flabbergasted now. He knows sometimes Hyesung can be unpredictable. Especially these days, he acts as if he’s been possessed by some spirit.
“Whoaahhh...” Letting out his breath, finally Eric comes back to earth. “What’s up with him?” he thinks. But he decides it’s beyond his understanding and lets it by. “Maybe because he’s A blood type.”
Eric touches his tainted cheek with his hand. “Tonight I won’t wash my face. The hell with acnes. This is absolutely more precious. Oh, I wish Wannie was here with his camera.” he’s daydreaming and yet, slowly gets going to his own apartment.
[next: Part B - Disaster at Breakfast]