The days in between Yeosang and Seonghwa's meeting time, Yeosang can't stop thinking about the city library and how Seonghwa could possibly get them both in. Yeosang's mind seems to always be centered around Seonghwa now, wondering how many more days until their meeting day, wondering how he's doing, wondering what he's doing. He hopes for Seonghwa to one day be able to open up to him.

Seonghwa has been trying to work out a way for him and Yeosang to be able to get into the city library together. He wonders why Yeosang has always been denied. It isn't that hard to get in, is it? Seonghwa can't remember. It's been so long since he's been, the last time being with his parents.

Seonghwa went to his friend San who owns the bar they had went to and asked him about it. San told Seonghwa that he knows a guy that works there that would be willing to sneak them in overnight if that would be okay, but Seonghwa would have to pay him.

Seonghwa thinks it over some but ultimately decides to do it. He doesn't go back on his bets. San gives Seonghwa the information about the date, where to go in at, and how much the guy will want.

Seonghwa writes it all down and asks Yeosang to meet that evening.

Yeosang gets to Seonghwa's home just as the sun is going down, feeling nervous as he's never been to his actual home yet. What will it be like inside? He wonders if it will smell like him. Wait, what? Why is he wondering that? Yeosang shakes off his nervousness and knocks on the door.

Seonghwa answers it, his shirt off and a toothbrush in his mouth, "You're always so early, Yeosang," he says, shaking his head as he brings him into his house.

"I'm actually right on time," Yeosang counters, lifting up his watch to show the time. Seonghwa lifts his up as well and it's 10 minutes earlier than Yeosang's.

Yeosang is shocked, does he have his watch set 10 minutes earlier, or does Seonghwa have his 10 minutes later? Maybe that's why he's always late... Or maybe that's why Yeosang is always early? It hurts his head to think about it. He makes a mental note to ask someone for the next time he's out.

Seonghwa brings Yeosang to a small loveseat couch, "You can sit here while I go finish getting ready, okay?" He takes his toothbrush out of his mouth and smiles at him, heading back down the hallway of his home.

Yeosang nods before he leaves, taking in all of his surroundings. Seonghwa doesn't have many things, but he does have a lot of books. Yeosang lays down on the couch after picking up one of the books he saw on Seonghwa's side table. He opens it up and sees that there's a note written in it,

'To my beloved son, I saw this book while I was out today and knew it would be perfect for you! I can't help but think of you when I see these adventure stories you like so much. Love, Mom'

Yeosang's heart rings, feeling happiness fill it, but then it drops as he remembers Seonghwa's parents seem to not be around anymore. He can't help but wonder what happened to them.

Seonghwa comes back fully clothed and ready, seeing Yeosang holding the book, "Oh, you saw that, huh? That was my favorite book as a kid. I always keep it on the table there because sometimes I like to remember why I loved it so much," he says, coming over to sit with Yeosang.

Since it's a loveseat, they're quite a bit closer than normal. Seonghwa takes the book and looks it over, a nostalgic feeling running through him as he smiles big.

Yeosang notices how fresh Seonghwa smells. He must've already showered. Yeosang keeps his hands in his lap after Seonghwa takes the book, unsure what to do with them. He looks at Seonghwa, "Your mom wrote a really nice message in the front for you, she seems really wonderful."

Seonghwa's eyes shift a bit, nodding, "She really was, Yeosang. My parents were really great people. I wish I could've introduced you to them!" He says, putting his hand on Yeosang's knee, trying to be cheerful.

Yeosang sees the shift and puts his hand on top of Seonghwa's, hoping it's okay, "I wish too, Seonghwa," he offers him a reassuring smile.

Seonghwa feels his heart flutter when Yeosang puts his hand onto his, it feeling so warm and soft. He wonders if all of his skin is this soft. Seonghwa looks up at Yeosang, seeing his smile makes him smile back. Seonghwa is really thankful to have met Yeosang, he thinks.

Seonghwa suddenly remembers what he had planned and jumps up, "Yeosang! I forgot for a moment, but I have a surprise for you tonight," he looks at his way he excitedly.

Yeosang looks up at him, confused. What is Seonghwa talking about?

Seonghwa grabs Yeosang's hand and leads him out of the house, it being dark now, "Hurry, we can't be late,"

Yeosang goes with Seonghwa willingly, holding tightly onto Seonghwa's hand as he drags him, "Well, according to my watch-"

"Your watch is wrong," Seonghwa laughs.

Yeosang growls, "No, your watch is wrong!" He argues but ends up laughing too. Yeosang can't believe how childish he can act around Seonghwa. It makes his heart feel warm and full.

Seonghwa leads them to the city library, but the back of it. Seonghwa quietly knocks on one of the back windows. A few moments later, someone comes to the window and opens it up.

Yeosang is shocked. Are they really going in? But it's closed and this is illegal! Yeosang looks around frantically, not wanting them to get caught. He's always been taught to be very cautious about his surroundings.

Seonghwa lets go of Yeosang's hand and helps him up into the window, blowing a quiet "shh" into his ear as he does so.

Seonghwa's whisper into Yeosang's ear makes him shudder, but he gets into the room. Seonghwa follows him in quick succession. They're both in. They're inside of the city library.

The man who let them in closes the window behind them, "You may speak now," he says to them, letting them know it's okay.

"Thank you for letting us come here tonight, Hongjoong. Haha, I lost a bet and had to get this rascal in here," Seonghwa chuckles, rubbing Yeosang's head.

Hongjoong smiles at the two of them, "Ah, I see, I see. I thought something was up when San asked me about this," he goes to the corner and gets a lantern, lighting it up and closing the little lantern door before bringing it back to Seonghwa and Yeosang.

"Here, you two can use this tonight as a light. I'll be back early in the morning to get you both out before we have to open," Hongjoong explains, handing the lantern to Yeosang.

Yeosang is trying to contain his excitement, holding onto the lantern tight so he doesn't drop it.

Seonghwa looks down at Yeosang and sees his excitement, "You can go look around, Yeosang. It's okay, I'll be right there."

Yeosang nods, going into the main room and starts to explore the floor.

Seonghwa sighs, happy to see Yeosang being so happy, "Thank you again, Hongjoong."

Hongjoong shakes his head, holding out his hand, "It's no problem as long as I get my payment," he smirks.

Seonghwa gets the bag of coins out of his pocket and puts it into Hongjoong's hand, "Here you go, I was just waiting for him to leave so he didn't see."

Hongjoong nods, "I understand. I'll see you two in a few hours," he finishes and takes his leave, leaving Seonghwa and Yeosang alone in the library.

End of Chapter Three