Chanyeol,  stood staring out the floor to ceiling windows in his new office, he truly was happy to be back in Seoul.  The view of the river always calmed him, something he missed in the concrete jungle known as New York. He was looking forward to planning the architecture for the new exclusive resort in Jeju. He loved working at Parks International, the worldwide hotel chain his family created with just one hotel over 100 years ago, the company had evolved to now be one of the big leagues, and had hotels  all over the world, he had worked on the redesign of some of the American ones, and was poised to continue on as Head Architect, before taking the reigns as COO. Looking out to the river he couldn't help but compare his home to America, he did love New York at first, but then shit hit the fan. Taking a deep breath as not willing to think about that dark period and what he had suffered, he moved his thoughts to last Tuesday's dinner.  It wasn't the complete disaster he feared it would be, he couldn't help but chuckle and smile, his brother should really consider getting caterers for any entertaining he does! The hot pot incident now a new disaster in Sehun's catalogue of attempting to be domestic, ensured that the conversation was focused elsewhere allowed him time to watch Baekhyun. Who thankfully had been oblivious to him, as he was busy filling Luhan in about all his brothers attempts at cooking, much to the Chinese man's delight.

Chanyeol moved back to his desk, intent on at least getting the first draft of the plans going. Remembering the other crucial part of dinner, he hated how he overheard Baekhuyn who was talking to Luhan quietly about his gallery and the exhibits planned,  and how the man let slip about his plans to try and date! He had to hide his shocked choking behind a coughing fit, which stopped the pair's conversation. He truly was a horrible person. That night will always be his biggest regret, he just couldn't understand why he just stood as stoically as he did, while watching the love of his life recoil in rejection, hurt and doubt from him, only to follow that by leaving and slamming the door.

He lowers his head in shame, he never meant any of the vile words he spat at Baekhyun. Chanyeol really didn't mean what he said! What he said was so so far from the truth and completely in the heat of the moment, his temper was always getting the better of him. He  had actually loved the way Baek touched him, and how his stomach would always flare in heat and need. Beakhyun has always been free about his sexual orientation,  even in his teens,but had confessed when they realised how they felt about each that he hadn't really had any experience, unlike his  own multiple under the radar hookups. He truly loved how shy and innocent Baekhyun was, how  Baekhyun had never really done anything sexual before him. Those delicate hands of his, hands that were always so gentle. His plump rosebud red lips always soft like butter, never failed to get him off! Shaking his head of the inappropriate way his thoughts  were heading, not that he couldn't get off to Baekhyun, normally he would just imagine said man naked and panting beneath him, and he shoot his load, but today in his new office, is probably not the best idea. He absolves that first he should and will explain how he truly feels, before Baekhyun goes through with that insane notion of dating. A soft smile graces his face, aware that what he is about to do will embarrass and possibly anger the man in question, but unable to help himself he grabs his phone and car keys.

Chanyeol stood before Byun Gallery, very much surprised, the gallery had undergone a massive makeover, not that it was ever drab! The outside that was once so easily missed if you didn't know what to look for, was now all sleek stone and natural lighting. Befitting for the new direction the gallery was taking.  He was impressed as an architect and designer, he could see the attention to detail, but he wasn't here for this today. Taking a deep breath and holding the flowers in his hand tighter he drew in much needed oxygen, and opened the door.

"I don't think the sarcophagus sitting in this corner is going to benefit the entire exhibit, I think it should be centrally based, and that corner used for the statue of Horus" Beahkhyun was flat out busy trying to get the new exhibit just right with Jongdae, however his normally patient demeanour was being severally tested. As it would appear Jongdae was too busy gawking at the entry way.  Letting out  an annoyed sigh he "Chen what is so oh"  he could see the reason why his right hand man was sidetracked. Park Chanyeol stood in his gallery! Taking a deep breath surprised to see the seriously tall man, he was about to speak when Chen beat him to it "Mr Park, this is a surprise but I don't believe we have you down for a consultation today." Beakhyun Chuckled, thankful that his best friend is here. He tries to get back into concentrating on the exhibit, some of the artefacts are due to arrive for secure storage in the next week, but a strange feeling in his heart makes him stop.   Getting a good look at man, who has been the source of emotional torment,  as he wasn't in any fit state to do so at dinner, and mainly didn't want to.  For the first time he can see the same torment reflected in Chanyeol's eyes as his own.

He tilted his head as he took the first good look at Chanyeol, who was dressed head to toe in a sharp black suit. He truly was a stunning man, who could cause his stomach to ache in that familiar arousal just by being in the same room! He wasn't sure what to think anymore. He hated himself for still felling weak at the knees, but at the same time his heart hurt at the possibility that Chanyeol was hurting. It was clear Chanyeol was not alright from the expression on his face. It had never occurred to him until now, that although he was hurt, so too could be Chanyeol. After all they hadn't had any contact over the last 5 years, looking at Chanyeol, who doesn't have that usual debonair confidence is not something he can stomach, and he wonders if perhaps what happened 5 years ago was a catalyst to, something so much bigger.

"Chen its ok I can see Mr Park" He would laugh at his friend's expression, but would rather focus on the other man. Turning to Chen fully he gives off a warm smile and nods at him. Chen taking the hint takes the exhibit dossier, "I agree with your decision about the sarcophagus by the way, I shall convey this to all parties, and get the installation team up to date. Personally though Baek, we all need a bit of forgiveness in our life ne" before being able to respond Baek watches his friend flounce off, praying his staff are able to duck and cover. He takes a stabilising breath and heads across to the entrance, towards the man stood there.

"Mr Park, no Chanyeol, is everything alright, you look like someone has kicked a puppy. Sehun hasn't called, is something the matter!" Beakhyun watches as the almost statue comes to life, he watches as Chanyeol's unbelieving eyes focus in on him. "Everything is fine, please these are for you, i was hoping you had a few moments."
Taking the beautiful palest peach roses he has ever seen, Baekhyun notices he stands the closest he has in years to the giant, he can see that 35 year old Chanyeol is indeed different. Some very good changes at that, he seems to fill out a suit so much better, trying not be obvious he trails his eyes down the white shirt that is all but bulging. He tries not to sigh out loud, as he remembers with perfect clarity, that under that shirt is one fine tight 6 pack and very prominent V line! Chanyeol is still a fine specimen, the lines around his eyes make him, if it was possible even more dashing. "Yes I have some time, but it will have to be here as I am busy," "This works, I know your busy, I heard your conversation with Luhan at dinner, its incredible what you have done here" Beakhyun could sense Chanyeol was not here for small talk, as said man was almost buzzing with desperate emotions, he was about to say something when Chanyeol beat him to it. He was in no way prepared for what comes next. "Baekhyun the truth is, the truth is I heard your conversation about dating! I know I don't have any right to stand here, after what I did, and I will spend all my time grovelling to you if you want, but please don't date anyone else! I want to do this right this time." He stares at Chanyeol  with wide surprise deciding he doesn't care about people being present, it's been 5 long years it's time the idiot in front of him, understood some hard truths."I don't understand Chanyeol, why are you asking me not to date, I recall that it was you who left me for someone else, do you have any idea what that feels like, do you?"

Aware he probably was making a scene, but it's been to long! He can no longer fight as the tears fall. "Imagine the shame of having to find out your boyfriend is marrying someone from the fucking media, all I wanted was to have our love proclaimed to the world! I wanted to be that lucky bastard that you choose! it was so exhausting hiding our love from everyone. Not only did you leave me, but you left the county!! You didn't even have the decency to tell me to my face about it, I don't care if it was for some perceived public appearance bullshit." Regretting his choice to wear eyeliner, and not noticing that the gallery is now deserted, he continues on. "I was ready to forgive you about the escort nonsense as I know you can't control your temper, but then I watched the news, that was when I truly felt like a dirty secret" he notices the tears falling from Chanyeol now too, lowering his voice, "you know what I hate about all of this, is that you were never far from my thoughts! I so want to hate you, but it's draining Chanyeol, and I can't hate you, however  you can not come waltzing back to Seoul and demand anything from me, after all this time."

Watching as Chanyeol gets even closer, his eyes bulge when he is enveloped in the giant mans arms, arms that he still fits inside like he has always belonged there. That distinct aroma of exotic sandalwood with a hint of earl grey tea returns to his senses, he almost misses when Chanyeol responds "I know I was ass, nothing will ever fix that night, I hated that I just walked out, I wanted to turn around the moment I pulled up at home, i vowed once I had calmed down, to go to my parents. I know I don't deserve to even stand here, i was so wrong then, and it has cost me dearly both physically and mentally. Believe me please you are not an escort, not a dirty secret, you are the man I love! I'm here to earn the right to be your Yeollie again" Baekhyun knows in his heart he wants this, but he won't let this once perfect man convince him to hide in the shadows again. "Chanyeol why should I believe anything you say, you made it clear I wasn't good enough then, why am I now?" You know what I think? I think Maria has finally figured out, you would rather stick your dick in some tight ass than her, and dropped your sorry ass."

It all happens so fast, one minute he is standing inside Chanyeol's familiar warm embrace the next he isn't. Pain filled sobs fills the air. Chanyeol stands in front of him with a tight fist to his lips, and tears  streaming down his face. His eyes widen when he realises his own temper has got the best of him "Chanyeol" "Stop" Baekhyun does just that, he watches as the unfamiliar insecure man morphs in to the confident commanding Chanyeol he recognises. "I came here to try and fight for us like I should of done 5 years ago, I left Maria not the other way round, your not ready for the reason why yet"

He watches intimated and turned on, as Chanyeol strides forward with a determined look in his eyes, as Chanyeol reaches for him again. This time with a hand on his cheek, "I will tell you everything, Sehun and Jongdae are not the only one who knows about us, I'm here for good! Yes it was wrong to leave all those years ago, but baby I am here to stay, and if it takes me 5 years to earn your love then so be it."Before Baekhyun can comprehend what has happened a soft kiss is placed on his lips, it's over all too quick as next thing he notices is Chanyeol straightening his tie before striding away, loudly saying "I will be hear in 3 days to take you out for a proper dinner, Jongdae I know your hiding behind that partition, clear Baek's  diary from 7pm on Friday." Noticing what Chanyeol said is true, he watches as Jongdae does indeed step out sheepishly  from the partition. Both of them left staring in the wake of  Chanyeol's exit. The moment of calm is shattered by Jongdae's high pitched "Holy shit."

Comments are always appreciated. I hope it wasn't too rushed