For How Many Time
Title: For How Many Time
Pairing: Leeteuk/Hangeng, Leeteuk/Sungmin, Leeteuk/Ryeowook, Leeteuk/Kyuhyun, Leeteuk/Heechul, Leeteuk/Siwon, Leeteuk/Yesung, Leeteuk/Eunhyuk, Leeteuk/Shindong, Leeteuk/Kibum, Leeteuk/Donghae, Leeteuk/Kangin
Rating: G
Length: My word count said 3000 words
Summary: How many times he has to fall in love
Note: Got this idea after watching "Sweet November" by Keanu Reeves. Love the movie, love the plot. Adapted here. Hope not too much rambling :)
January 2011
The time when Leeteuk met Hangeng on his vacation to China. He went to see the opera and was fascinated with one man's performance. After the show, he got information from the staff about Hangeng. Leeteuk decided to wait for Hangeng, and when the man himself appeared, Leeteuk took initiative to say hello. One week vacation turned into one month stay at Hangeng's apartment. Leeteuk remembered that Hangeng loves to dance, inside and outside the stage.
Everytime Leeteuk watched Hangeng on stage, he felt like hypnotized. Those strong arms, long feet, sharp eyes, every moves from Hangeng made Leeteuk's heart warm. Every morning, Hangeng took Leeteuk to the park and did some Tai Chi moves. Every noon, they strolled around Beijing, visited some historical and commercial sites. Every night, if Hangeng had no schedule, they took a dinner, romantic one since Hangeng, surprisingly, had a great skill in cooking. Every night ended with slow dancing in the living room and words "Thank you" from Leeteuk.
On 30 January, at 5 AM, Leeteuk left Hangeng's apartment with all his clothes. Leaving all Hangeng's gift, Hangeng's growing love, and a letter.
***
February 2011
Leeteuk travelled to Japan. It's his dream to see Japan and the famous Harajuku area. Luckily, he chose the right agent. Although it's only 4 days, he could travel to famous places in Japan. Sungmin, his tour guide, was a Korean student who studied in Japan.
When Leeteuk told Sungmin he wanted to stay longer in Japan, the younger one offered his apartment to live. An offer Leeteuk couldn't refuse. Leeteuk acted like Sungmin's brother. Every morning he prepared breakfast for Sungmin, packed his lunch and cleaned the house. Sungmin, who missed Korea, very thankful for this attention. In return, Sungmin took Leeteuk shopping in Harajuku, discover new places in Tokyo and tried every Japanese snacks they could find.
At night, Leeteuk will accompany Sungmin study. He prepared snacks for the younger one and lie down on his bed, reading novel. Each day always ended by Sungmin sleep peacefully in Leeteuk's arm. That's their routine.
On 27 February, Sungmin woke up and didn't find Leeteuk. Only breakfast, lunch box and a letter greeted him.
***
March 2011
Leeteuk set his foot in Hong Kong. In the past, Leeteuk always come here for business trip. But now it's personal. Another vacation.
He decided to have a lunch in his favorite restaurant. He took a cab. The driver greeted him with awkward Mandarin. Leeteuk couldn't help to ask his origin, turns out to be a Korean named Shindong. Soon they talked like an old friend.
Since the first day, Shindong dedicated his time as Leeteuk's personal cab. Once he know that Leeteuk loves to eat, Shindong took Leeteuk to various restaurant in Hong Kong. To the places Leeteuk never know that they had delicious foods. Not only culinary adventures, Leeteuk asked Shindong to accompany him to Disneyland Hong Kong.
Every end of trip, Shindong gave Leeteuk a warm hug and kiss in the forehead. He waited until Leeteuk's figure dissappear into elevator, then went back to his cab.
Shindong thought that 30 March would be the same routine. He waited Leeteuk in the lobby. He was reading newspaper when a concierge called his name. He gave a letter to Shindong. A letter from Leeteuk.
***
April 2011
Leeteuk's adventure continued to Taiwan. His cousin, Henry, picking him up and took Leeteuk to his apartment. There he met Ryeowook, Henry's roommate from Korea. On the fifth day, Henry suddenly must went back to Canada because his father was ill. He left Leeteuk and Ryeowook for few days, maybe a month or two.
Ryeowook was a student in famous cooking school back in Korea. He came to Taiwan because he wanted to learn Taiwan dishes for his upcoming restaurant after he graduated. Lucky for Ryeowook, Leeteuk could be his judge for food. Every dinner, Ryeowook set different meal and asked Leeteuk's suggestion about the taste.
After dinner, both of them sat in front of Ryeowook's computer. Beside cooking, composing songs was one of Ryeowook's talent. Leeteuk would sing Ryeowook's song and the younger one recorded it to his computer. The routine they never missed.
Henry came back from Canada on 29 April after his father recovered. He found the apartment empty. Then Ryeowook came home from shopping. Both of them thought Leeteuk was out for a walk. When Ryeowook open the kitchen cabinet to arrange his stuffs, he found two letters. One for Henry and one for Ryeowook.
***
May 2011
Leeteuk took a deep breath. Pattaya Beach welcomed him. He didn't remember when was the last time he went to the beach. He laid a towel, open an umbrella and sat, started to read book he brought. He waited for the sunset.
Leeteuk packed his things and walked back to his hotel after saw sunset. On his way to hotel, he saw a bunch of people gathered. Curious, he joined the crowd. What he saw took his breath away. A passionate street dancer. His body moved freely following the beat of music. Once the dance finished, everyone clapped their hands and toss some money to the dancer's hat, including Leeteuk.
To his surprise, the dancer answered a phone in Korean. Leeteuk then introduced himself to Eunhyuk, the dancer. Soon, they involved into a cheerful chat in nearby restaurant. That night, Leeteuk spent his time at Eunhyuk's apartment and dance with him. Apparently, Eunhyuk was a dance teacher in nearby high school.
Every afternoon, Leeteuk would come to Eunhyuk's apartment and watched him practice before his street performance. This performance was Eunhyuk's passion to share his dance to the world. Leeteuk admired his dream.
Everyday after performance, Eunhyuk taught Leeteuk new moves. Little by little, Leeteuk knew how to popping his stiff body and did some robotic moves. Leeteuk never felt so alive and free with his body.
Eunhyuk was in the middle of teaching time when school security called him outside the class studio. The security gave Eunhyuk a letter from Leeteuk. That day was 28 May.
***
June 2011
Singapore haven't changed. Leeteuk loved the night scene of Singapore. So calm with beautiful lamps across the city. He spent the night in the hotel and planned the trip.
Next morning he walked in Orchard Road. His mother asked a bag of Hermes. Leeteuk entered the Hermes boutique and greeted by feminine man. His English dialect sounds familiar to Leeteuk. This man was Korean. He took a glance to the nametag. Heechul, the name that written on it.
When Leeteuk accidentally said something in Korean, Heechul responded with an excited Hangul. Soon, the meeting between customer and seller turned to meeting in the coffee shop after Heechul's shift was over. Leeteuk still hadn't got the bag he wanted and Heechul promised that in the few days his shop would get new stock and Leeteuk could see it for the first time.
Basically, Leeteuk loved nice outfits. Heechul acted like his fashion expert. Heechul took Leeteuk explored various boutiques at Orchard Road. He also gave Leeteuk some tips in mix and match. Heechul have a great taste and seem to understand Leeteuk's style. When the new stock at Hermes came, Heechul invited Leeteuk to a private screening. Finally, he got the bag that his mother wanted. He also bought some items for his sister.
Morning of 28 June, Leeteuk came to the store on 5 AM. He must catched his 7 AM flight. He slipped a letter, intended for Heechul, with instruction where he wanted the items he bought to be sent to Seoul and words of gratitude of his company. Then he off to the airport.
***
July 2011
Leeteuk arrived at Macau on 1 July. His birthday. Leeteuk loved Macau because of historical sites and building. Although he wouldn't miss the casino too. Spent two days explore Macau, he went to casino. Suju Casino was one of the biggest casino in Macau and Leeteuk was a regular visitor there.
He chose poker table to start with. While he was playing, the MC introduced the house band that will accompany the players with music. Soon after, the band started the music, and Leeteuk heard the beautiful voice. He looked at the stage and saw a young man, the singer. Leeteuk was mesmerized. He left poker table and moved to the bar. He asked the bartender, Chinese man called Zhou Mi, about the singer. Zhou Mi told Leeteuk about Kyuhyun, the singer of the band, from Korea.
Next morning, Leeteuk visited his favorite coffee shop. How surprise he was when he saw Kyuhyun sat in a corner of the shop, studied. Leeteuk greeted him, which received a glare. Leeteuk apologized and explain why he greeted him. Kyuhyun's expression softened when Leeteuk praised his voice. The conversation turned into friendly discussion about Kyuhyun's life.
Math student at day and casino singer at night. Leeteuk found it very interesting. Since that day, regular visit to coffee shop and casino was in Leeteuk's routine. Sometimes he took Kyuhyun out for a lunch and sat at the corner of the bar watched Kyuhyun sing. When Kyuhyun off, Leeteuk took him to have a romantic dinner. The night always ended with a hug in front of Kyuhyun's flat.
Zhou Mi just arrived at the casino for his night shift when he saw Leeteuk stood outside. Leeteuk asked Zhou Mi to give a letter for Kyuhyun. Before Zhou Mi could say anything, Leeteuk said goodbye and took a taxi that waited for him. Zhou Mi looked at the envelope. The date that written there was 30 July.
***
August 2012
Australia always become a dream for Leeteuk. Now his dream came true. Once he arrived at the hotel, he changed his clothes and ready to explored Sidney. At night, after he visited Opera House, he went back to hotel but not for sleep. He went to the bar for some drinks.
He ordered a cocktail and sat on the stool. When his cocktail arrived, suddenly someone bumped him and spilled a little of his cocktail. While he put his glass and prepares to scold the person, a handkerchief was offered to him. Leeteuk looked at the person and found a handsome man with apologetic smile. The man repeatedly said sorry. For a moment Leeteuk forgot about the cocktail.
The man introduced himself as Siwon and soon they involved in friendly chat. Siwon was a Korean student and worked as part-time model. He offered Leeteuk his service as tour guide since he already prepared his thesis. An offer Leeteuk accepted.
Every morning, Siwon will pickup Leeteuk at the hotel and explored Sidney. Sometimes Leeteuk accompanied Siwon on his photoshoot session. He admired the perfect figure of Siwon. Other time, Siwon took him to his interview session for thesis' purpose. Siwon was a perfect tour guide, he told Leeteuk interesting facts about Sidney.
On 28 August, Leeteuk accompanied Siwon to his photoshoot session. This time, the theme about party. Siwon patted Leeteuk's shoulder and Leeteuk gave encouraging smile. After awhile, Leeteuk took out an envelope and put it in Siwon's vanity. He watched Siwon from far away, and then he left.
***
September 2011
If it wasn't for his friend's wedding, Leeteuk wouldn't be in Kuala Lumpur. He couldn't miss his best friend's wedding at Hilton Hotel. He congratulated the newlyweds and took some pictures with them. Leeteuk also met some old friends.
A wedding wouldn't be complete without a wedding singer. That's when Leeteuk heard the most beautiful voice he ever heard. Unlike the voice he heard in Macau, this voice very mature and warm. Leeteuk saw the singer on stage. A little man with big voice. He sang on couple's first dance.
Leeteuk thought he would never see the singer again, but in the morning he met the singer at the restaurant when breakfast time. Leeteuk introduced himself and Kim Jong Woon, the singer, accept his friendship.
Jong Woon, known as Yesung, has lived in Kuala Lumpur for 4 years and built his reputation as professional wedding singer. Leeteuk expressed his interest to hear Yesung's voice during his stay and Yesung took Leeteuk to every practice and wedding reception in Kuala Lumpur. Yesung's reputation widely known in Kuala Lumpur's socialites. He even once sang in Malaysia's royal wedding.
Leeteuk enjoyed his voice. He felt that Yesung spread the love, not only to the bride and groom, but every guest in the reception through his singing. Everytime Yesung finished his job, Leeteuk prepared a white rose bouquet as his appreciation to the singer.
It's another event for Yesung. He already told Leeteuk about the event. Unlike before, he couldn't see Leeteuk. His eyes wandered the ballroom, hoped for a glimpse of Leeteuk. When he finished his song, a waiter came with white rose bouquet. Yesung accepted the bouquet and read the card.
"Kuala Lumpur, 30 September 2011...."
***
October 2011
Leeteuk just went out of immigration checking when someone approached him. It was one of the cabin crew in the plane earlier. The crew handed over a cellphone, and Leeteuk realized it was his. Leeteuk said thank you. The crew only smiled and told him to enjoy Manila. Before they separate Leeteuk asked the name of the crew. Kim Kibum.
His visit to Manila was to have a meeting with his clients. He checked-in to the hotel and took a rest. Around 7 PM, he decided to have a dinner. When he arrived at the restaurant, he saw familiar figure sat in the bar. It was Kibum. Leeteuk called him and invite Kibum to joined his table. Soon, both men had a fun talking.
Kibum stayed for 3 days before departed for another duty. He chose Manila as his base because his big family stayed here. Kibum promised in the next 2 weeks he will be Leeteuk's personal guide to Manila. An offer Leteeuk couldn't refused. Next morning, Kibum took Leeteuk to his family house and introduce him to his family.
While Kibum away, Leeteuk visited his family everyday. Now Leeteuk familiar with Kibum's life. When Kibum was off-duty, he took Leeteuk explored Manila. Tried new foods, went to the museum and shopping.
Kibum just arrived from his schedule, where he thought he saw Leeteuk's figure walked to the toilet at the airport. He didn't bother to confirmed it and went straight to home. At home, one of his nephew gave him a letter from Leeteuk, informed Kibum that he will leave Manila on 27 October. The day Kibum arrived in Manila from his flight schedule.
***
November 2011
Leeteuk chose Bali as his next destination. Sun and beach, perfect for his vacation. He took a walk along the beach, enjoyed the wind and sand. He passed a group of surfers when he heard they talked in Korean. Leeteuk couldn't help to stop and watched them as they were preparing themselves to surf. Especially to one particular person that smiled brightly.
Although he was shorter than his other friends, that Smile Guy surfed like a pro. Leeteuk left the beach before the Smile Guy finished. He thought it was the last he saw him, until they bumped at each other in a souvenir shop. Leeteuk recognized the Smile Guy and introduced himself. The Smile Guy, named Donghae, greet Leeteuk happily.
Both of them walked in the beach with beers in their hands. Donghae had lived in Bali for 2 years. His love to the surfing activities made him decide to open a surfing shop in Kuta. He offered Leeteuk to learn how to surf.
Leeteuk tried to surf and learned basic skills. Not only surf, Donghae also took Leeteuk to sea walking, parasailing, and tried jet skiing. Activities Leeteuk never tried before. Every night, Leeteuk accompanied Donghae sat on the beach, listened to Donghae's singing. That boy had a good voice, Leeteuk once thought.
It's another routine for Donghae before he opened his surf shop. Woke up at 6 AM, riding the waves for awhile and went to the shop at 8 AM. Right before he opened the door of the shop, he saw letter attached to it. Donghae took the letter and entered the shop. Before he read the letter, he checked the calendar. That day was 28 November 2011.
***
December 2011
Leeteuk arrived at Incheon International Airport. After he took his luggage, he walked to arrival hall. From afar, he could see familiar figure. His secretary, Kim Youngwoon. Leeteuk sighed.
Youngwoon bowed to Leeteuk as the man came to near. He took Leeteuk's baggage and lead the way. He took his phone, asked the driver to pick them up. Soon, a limousine arrived and pick them up.
Silent journey. Leeteuk watched the view. He left Korea for 1 year, nothing's change. He looked to the side, Youngwoon typed in his laptop. Leeteuk decided to sleep.
An hour later, Leeteuk arrived at his apartment. Youngwoon carried Leeteuk's luggage to the bedroom while Leeteuk went to see the scenery from his window. "Youngwoon-sshi, how's my parents and In Young-noona?" Leeteuk asked. "They already left for New Zealand two days ago. Your mother requested that you should join them for Christmas," Youngwoon answered. Leeteuk nodded his head.
Leeteuk still looked outside the window. Youngwoon checked his tablet once more. "Sir, your schedule for tomorrow..."
"How's your wife?" Leeteuk cut him off. Youngwoon stunned for a moment. He cleared his throat. "She's fine. Thank you for your concern," said Youngwoon.
"Sorry I miss your wedding. Have you received my gifts?" asked Leeteuk without looking at Youngwoon. "Yes," the answer was mere whisper. "Send my regards to Yoonji," said Leeteuk.
Youngwoon knew that he was dismissed. He bowed and left the apartment. Leeteuk closed his eyes and took a deep breath. His heart still felt the pain. For the past months he tried to forgot Youngwoon, but failed.
When he opened his eyes, a tears started to rolling down.
Pairing: Leeteuk/Hangeng, Leeteuk/Sungmin, Leeteuk/Ryeowook, Leeteuk/Kyuhyun, Leeteuk/Heechul, Leeteuk/Siwon, Leeteuk/Yesung, Leeteuk/Eunhyuk, Leeteuk/Shindong, Leeteuk/Kibum, Leeteuk/Donghae, Leeteuk/Kangin
Rating: G
Length: My word count said 3000 words
Summary: How many times he has to fall in love
Note: Got this idea after watching "Sweet November" by Keanu Reeves. Love the movie, love the plot. Adapted here. Hope not too much rambling :)
January 2011
The time when Leeteuk met Hangeng on his vacation to China. He went to see the opera and was fascinated with one man's performance. After the show, he got information from the staff about Hangeng. Leeteuk decided to wait for Hangeng, and when the man himself appeared, Leeteuk took initiative to say hello. One week vacation turned into one month stay at Hangeng's apartment. Leeteuk remembered that Hangeng loves to dance, inside and outside the stage.
Everytime Leeteuk watched Hangeng on stage, he felt like hypnotized. Those strong arms, long feet, sharp eyes, every moves from Hangeng made Leeteuk's heart warm. Every morning, Hangeng took Leeteuk to the park and did some Tai Chi moves. Every noon, they strolled around Beijing, visited some historical and commercial sites. Every night, if Hangeng had no schedule, they took a dinner, romantic one since Hangeng, surprisingly, had a great skill in cooking. Every night ended with slow dancing in the living room and words "Thank you" from Leeteuk.
On 30 January, at 5 AM, Leeteuk left Hangeng's apartment with all his clothes. Leaving all Hangeng's gift, Hangeng's growing love, and a letter.
***
February 2011
Leeteuk travelled to Japan. It's his dream to see Japan and the famous Harajuku area. Luckily, he chose the right agent. Although it's only 4 days, he could travel to famous places in Japan. Sungmin, his tour guide, was a Korean student who studied in Japan.
When Leeteuk told Sungmin he wanted to stay longer in Japan, the younger one offered his apartment to live. An offer Leeteuk couldn't refuse. Leeteuk acted like Sungmin's brother. Every morning he prepared breakfast for Sungmin, packed his lunch and cleaned the house. Sungmin, who missed Korea, very thankful for this attention. In return, Sungmin took Leeteuk shopping in Harajuku, discover new places in Tokyo and tried every Japanese snacks they could find.
At night, Leeteuk will accompany Sungmin study. He prepared snacks for the younger one and lie down on his bed, reading novel. Each day always ended by Sungmin sleep peacefully in Leeteuk's arm. That's their routine.
On 27 February, Sungmin woke up and didn't find Leeteuk. Only breakfast, lunch box and a letter greeted him.
***
March 2011
Leeteuk set his foot in Hong Kong. In the past, Leeteuk always come here for business trip. But now it's personal. Another vacation.
He decided to have a lunch in his favorite restaurant. He took a cab. The driver greeted him with awkward Mandarin. Leeteuk couldn't help to ask his origin, turns out to be a Korean named Shindong. Soon they talked like an old friend.
Since the first day, Shindong dedicated his time as Leeteuk's personal cab. Once he know that Leeteuk loves to eat, Shindong took Leeteuk to various restaurant in Hong Kong. To the places Leeteuk never know that they had delicious foods. Not only culinary adventures, Leeteuk asked Shindong to accompany him to Disneyland Hong Kong.
Every end of trip, Shindong gave Leeteuk a warm hug and kiss in the forehead. He waited until Leeteuk's figure dissappear into elevator, then went back to his cab.
Shindong thought that 30 March would be the same routine. He waited Leeteuk in the lobby. He was reading newspaper when a concierge called his name. He gave a letter to Shindong. A letter from Leeteuk.
***
April 2011
Leeteuk's adventure continued to Taiwan. His cousin, Henry, picking him up and took Leeteuk to his apartment. There he met Ryeowook, Henry's roommate from Korea. On the fifth day, Henry suddenly must went back to Canada because his father was ill. He left Leeteuk and Ryeowook for few days, maybe a month or two.
Ryeowook was a student in famous cooking school back in Korea. He came to Taiwan because he wanted to learn Taiwan dishes for his upcoming restaurant after he graduated. Lucky for Ryeowook, Leeteuk could be his judge for food. Every dinner, Ryeowook set different meal and asked Leeteuk's suggestion about the taste.
After dinner, both of them sat in front of Ryeowook's computer. Beside cooking, composing songs was one of Ryeowook's talent. Leeteuk would sing Ryeowook's song and the younger one recorded it to his computer. The routine they never missed.
Henry came back from Canada on 29 April after his father recovered. He found the apartment empty. Then Ryeowook came home from shopping. Both of them thought Leeteuk was out for a walk. When Ryeowook open the kitchen cabinet to arrange his stuffs, he found two letters. One for Henry and one for Ryeowook.
***
May 2011
Leeteuk took a deep breath. Pattaya Beach welcomed him. He didn't remember when was the last time he went to the beach. He laid a towel, open an umbrella and sat, started to read book he brought. He waited for the sunset.
Leeteuk packed his things and walked back to his hotel after saw sunset. On his way to hotel, he saw a bunch of people gathered. Curious, he joined the crowd. What he saw took his breath away. A passionate street dancer. His body moved freely following the beat of music. Once the dance finished, everyone clapped their hands and toss some money to the dancer's hat, including Leeteuk.
To his surprise, the dancer answered a phone in Korean. Leeteuk then introduced himself to Eunhyuk, the dancer. Soon, they involved into a cheerful chat in nearby restaurant. That night, Leeteuk spent his time at Eunhyuk's apartment and dance with him. Apparently, Eunhyuk was a dance teacher in nearby high school.
Every afternoon, Leeteuk would come to Eunhyuk's apartment and watched him practice before his street performance. This performance was Eunhyuk's passion to share his dance to the world. Leeteuk admired his dream.
Everyday after performance, Eunhyuk taught Leeteuk new moves. Little by little, Leeteuk knew how to popping his stiff body and did some robotic moves. Leeteuk never felt so alive and free with his body.
Eunhyuk was in the middle of teaching time when school security called him outside the class studio. The security gave Eunhyuk a letter from Leeteuk. That day was 28 May.
***
June 2011
Singapore haven't changed. Leeteuk loved the night scene of Singapore. So calm with beautiful lamps across the city. He spent the night in the hotel and planned the trip.
Next morning he walked in Orchard Road. His mother asked a bag of Hermes. Leeteuk entered the Hermes boutique and greeted by feminine man. His English dialect sounds familiar to Leeteuk. This man was Korean. He took a glance to the nametag. Heechul, the name that written on it.
When Leeteuk accidentally said something in Korean, Heechul responded with an excited Hangul. Soon, the meeting between customer and seller turned to meeting in the coffee shop after Heechul's shift was over. Leeteuk still hadn't got the bag he wanted and Heechul promised that in the few days his shop would get new stock and Leeteuk could see it for the first time.
Basically, Leeteuk loved nice outfits. Heechul acted like his fashion expert. Heechul took Leeteuk explored various boutiques at Orchard Road. He also gave Leeteuk some tips in mix and match. Heechul have a great taste and seem to understand Leeteuk's style. When the new stock at Hermes came, Heechul invited Leeteuk to a private screening. Finally, he got the bag that his mother wanted. He also bought some items for his sister.
Morning of 28 June, Leeteuk came to the store on 5 AM. He must catched his 7 AM flight. He slipped a letter, intended for Heechul, with instruction where he wanted the items he bought to be sent to Seoul and words of gratitude of his company. Then he off to the airport.
***
July 2011
Leeteuk arrived at Macau on 1 July. His birthday. Leeteuk loved Macau because of historical sites and building. Although he wouldn't miss the casino too. Spent two days explore Macau, he went to casino. Suju Casino was one of the biggest casino in Macau and Leeteuk was a regular visitor there.
He chose poker table to start with. While he was playing, the MC introduced the house band that will accompany the players with music. Soon after, the band started the music, and Leeteuk heard the beautiful voice. He looked at the stage and saw a young man, the singer. Leeteuk was mesmerized. He left poker table and moved to the bar. He asked the bartender, Chinese man called Zhou Mi, about the singer. Zhou Mi told Leeteuk about Kyuhyun, the singer of the band, from Korea.
Next morning, Leeteuk visited his favorite coffee shop. How surprise he was when he saw Kyuhyun sat in a corner of the shop, studied. Leeteuk greeted him, which received a glare. Leeteuk apologized and explain why he greeted him. Kyuhyun's expression softened when Leeteuk praised his voice. The conversation turned into friendly discussion about Kyuhyun's life.
Math student at day and casino singer at night. Leeteuk found it very interesting. Since that day, regular visit to coffee shop and casino was in Leeteuk's routine. Sometimes he took Kyuhyun out for a lunch and sat at the corner of the bar watched Kyuhyun sing. When Kyuhyun off, Leeteuk took him to have a romantic dinner. The night always ended with a hug in front of Kyuhyun's flat.
Zhou Mi just arrived at the casino for his night shift when he saw Leeteuk stood outside. Leeteuk asked Zhou Mi to give a letter for Kyuhyun. Before Zhou Mi could say anything, Leeteuk said goodbye and took a taxi that waited for him. Zhou Mi looked at the envelope. The date that written there was 30 July.
***
August 2012
Australia always become a dream for Leeteuk. Now his dream came true. Once he arrived at the hotel, he changed his clothes and ready to explored Sidney. At night, after he visited Opera House, he went back to hotel but not for sleep. He went to the bar for some drinks.
He ordered a cocktail and sat on the stool. When his cocktail arrived, suddenly someone bumped him and spilled a little of his cocktail. While he put his glass and prepares to scold the person, a handkerchief was offered to him. Leeteuk looked at the person and found a handsome man with apologetic smile. The man repeatedly said sorry. For a moment Leeteuk forgot about the cocktail.
The man introduced himself as Siwon and soon they involved in friendly chat. Siwon was a Korean student and worked as part-time model. He offered Leeteuk his service as tour guide since he already prepared his thesis. An offer Leeteuk accepted.
Every morning, Siwon will pickup Leeteuk at the hotel and explored Sidney. Sometimes Leeteuk accompanied Siwon on his photoshoot session. He admired the perfect figure of Siwon. Other time, Siwon took him to his interview session for thesis' purpose. Siwon was a perfect tour guide, he told Leeteuk interesting facts about Sidney.
On 28 August, Leeteuk accompanied Siwon to his photoshoot session. This time, the theme about party. Siwon patted Leeteuk's shoulder and Leeteuk gave encouraging smile. After awhile, Leeteuk took out an envelope and put it in Siwon's vanity. He watched Siwon from far away, and then he left.
***
September 2011
If it wasn't for his friend's wedding, Leeteuk wouldn't be in Kuala Lumpur. He couldn't miss his best friend's wedding at Hilton Hotel. He congratulated the newlyweds and took some pictures with them. Leeteuk also met some old friends.
A wedding wouldn't be complete without a wedding singer. That's when Leeteuk heard the most beautiful voice he ever heard. Unlike the voice he heard in Macau, this voice very mature and warm. Leeteuk saw the singer on stage. A little man with big voice. He sang on couple's first dance.
Leeteuk thought he would never see the singer again, but in the morning he met the singer at the restaurant when breakfast time. Leeteuk introduced himself and Kim Jong Woon, the singer, accept his friendship.
Jong Woon, known as Yesung, has lived in Kuala Lumpur for 4 years and built his reputation as professional wedding singer. Leeteuk expressed his interest to hear Yesung's voice during his stay and Yesung took Leeteuk to every practice and wedding reception in Kuala Lumpur. Yesung's reputation widely known in Kuala Lumpur's socialites. He even once sang in Malaysia's royal wedding.
Leeteuk enjoyed his voice. He felt that Yesung spread the love, not only to the bride and groom, but every guest in the reception through his singing. Everytime Yesung finished his job, Leeteuk prepared a white rose bouquet as his appreciation to the singer.
It's another event for Yesung. He already told Leeteuk about the event. Unlike before, he couldn't see Leeteuk. His eyes wandered the ballroom, hoped for a glimpse of Leeteuk. When he finished his song, a waiter came with white rose bouquet. Yesung accepted the bouquet and read the card.
"Kuala Lumpur, 30 September 2011...."
***
October 2011
Leeteuk just went out of immigration checking when someone approached him. It was one of the cabin crew in the plane earlier. The crew handed over a cellphone, and Leeteuk realized it was his. Leeteuk said thank you. The crew only smiled and told him to enjoy Manila. Before they separate Leeteuk asked the name of the crew. Kim Kibum.
His visit to Manila was to have a meeting with his clients. He checked-in to the hotel and took a rest. Around 7 PM, he decided to have a dinner. When he arrived at the restaurant, he saw familiar figure sat in the bar. It was Kibum. Leeteuk called him and invite Kibum to joined his table. Soon, both men had a fun talking.
Kibum stayed for 3 days before departed for another duty. He chose Manila as his base because his big family stayed here. Kibum promised in the next 2 weeks he will be Leeteuk's personal guide to Manila. An offer Leteeuk couldn't refused. Next morning, Kibum took Leeteuk to his family house and introduce him to his family.
While Kibum away, Leeteuk visited his family everyday. Now Leeteuk familiar with Kibum's life. When Kibum was off-duty, he took Leeteuk explored Manila. Tried new foods, went to the museum and shopping.
Kibum just arrived from his schedule, where he thought he saw Leeteuk's figure walked to the toilet at the airport. He didn't bother to confirmed it and went straight to home. At home, one of his nephew gave him a letter from Leeteuk, informed Kibum that he will leave Manila on 27 October. The day Kibum arrived in Manila from his flight schedule.
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November 2011
Leeteuk chose Bali as his next destination. Sun and beach, perfect for his vacation. He took a walk along the beach, enjoyed the wind and sand. He passed a group of surfers when he heard they talked in Korean. Leeteuk couldn't help to stop and watched them as they were preparing themselves to surf. Especially to one particular person that smiled brightly.
Although he was shorter than his other friends, that Smile Guy surfed like a pro. Leeteuk left the beach before the Smile Guy finished. He thought it was the last he saw him, until they bumped at each other in a souvenir shop. Leeteuk recognized the Smile Guy and introduced himself. The Smile Guy, named Donghae, greet Leeteuk happily.
Both of them walked in the beach with beers in their hands. Donghae had lived in Bali for 2 years. His love to the surfing activities made him decide to open a surfing shop in Kuta. He offered Leeteuk to learn how to surf.
Leeteuk tried to surf and learned basic skills. Not only surf, Donghae also took Leeteuk to sea walking, parasailing, and tried jet skiing. Activities Leeteuk never tried before. Every night, Leeteuk accompanied Donghae sat on the beach, listened to Donghae's singing. That boy had a good voice, Leeteuk once thought.
It's another routine for Donghae before he opened his surf shop. Woke up at 6 AM, riding the waves for awhile and went to the shop at 8 AM. Right before he opened the door of the shop, he saw letter attached to it. Donghae took the letter and entered the shop. Before he read the letter, he checked the calendar. That day was 28 November 2011.
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December 2011
Leeteuk arrived at Incheon International Airport. After he took his luggage, he walked to arrival hall. From afar, he could see familiar figure. His secretary, Kim Youngwoon. Leeteuk sighed.
Youngwoon bowed to Leeteuk as the man came to near. He took Leeteuk's baggage and lead the way. He took his phone, asked the driver to pick them up. Soon, a limousine arrived and pick them up.
Silent journey. Leeteuk watched the view. He left Korea for 1 year, nothing's change. He looked to the side, Youngwoon typed in his laptop. Leeteuk decided to sleep.
An hour later, Leeteuk arrived at his apartment. Youngwoon carried Leeteuk's luggage to the bedroom while Leeteuk went to see the scenery from his window. "Youngwoon-sshi, how's my parents and In Young-noona?" Leeteuk asked. "They already left for New Zealand two days ago. Your mother requested that you should join them for Christmas," Youngwoon answered. Leeteuk nodded his head.
Leeteuk still looked outside the window. Youngwoon checked his tablet once more. "Sir, your schedule for tomorrow..."
"How's your wife?" Leeteuk cut him off. Youngwoon stunned for a moment. He cleared his throat. "She's fine. Thank you for your concern," said Youngwoon.
"Sorry I miss your wedding. Have you received my gifts?" asked Leeteuk without looking at Youngwoon. "Yes," the answer was mere whisper. "Send my regards to Yoonji," said Leeteuk.
Youngwoon knew that he was dismissed. He bowed and left the apartment. Leeteuk closed his eyes and took a deep breath. His heart still felt the pain. For the past months he tried to forgot Youngwoon, but failed.
When he opened his eyes, a tears started to rolling down.