We're here. The final chapter. It's going to be sweet and fluffy. No more craziness. I won't say more than that though so please enjoy the very last chapter of Running in My Veins.

"You should be resting," Jihoon says as he walks into the King's private study. Seungcheol looks up from a stack of papers that he's been reading and smiles at the sight of his lover. "I have work to do," Seungcheol says, "I've been resting for days."

"Well, you should for a couple more," Jihoon huffs, coming to stand by the desk, "You were a mess..." He bites his lower lip and his gaze gradually lowers to the floor, thinking back to the extensive injuries that Seungcheol sustained because of him. The doctors even said that the King got very lucky. Jihoon had done a number on him. It's still something that Jihoon feels guilty about. I mean how could he not. "Hey, hey, hey," Seungcheol says, noticing Jihoon's expression, "Don't be like that. We talked about this a billion times. What happened wasn't your fault. Shin was blackmailing you and you did what you had to to protect Seokmin. So, don't start hating yourself for what happened...I'm fine." Jihoon sighs and slowly nods, even though a part of him still feels bad. Seungcheol isn't giving him a second to feel guilty, stating that Jihoon was not to blame for what happened again and again. The King refused to let his lover fall into a pit of self-loathing when what went down that day wasn't even that big of a deal. After all, in the end, they all made it out alive. The plan worked smoothly thanks to the hunters. Daniel and his men, supplying the vamps with much needed manpower and strategies that helped them out. They had minimal losses, most vamps only sustaining some injuries that weren't life threatening. Seungcheol had the worst injuries, but he made it out okay. Same with Seokmin. He had been shot in the leg and tortured to reveal information, but the injuries were rather minor, all things considered. They would both heal and be fine in a couple of weeks. The important thing is that they were able to defeat the faction and return home as victors. In the end, that's all that matters. The fact that they're all okay and can go back to living their lives. "What are you working on?" Jihoon asks, fingering a bunch of papers sitting in the corner of his huge desk.

"Boring stuff," Seungcheol says, "There's a lot of paperwork that needs to be done when changing the laws of the society."

"I would expect so," Jihoon says, "You are trying to allow human vamp relationships and the turning of humans in certain situations."

"But, it'll be worth it," Seungcheol states, "I know a lot of our people will be happy to no longer hide their relationships with humans anymore...and if we can save humans...I think changing into a vamp isn't that big of a deal." Jihoon nods, knowing that the changes that Seungcheol is bringing to the society will help them grow and continue life here for a long time. "It will be," Jihoon says, moving to stand beside Seungcheol and place his hands on his shoulders. He slowly snakes his arms loosely around his lover's neck. He tilts his head to the side and kisses his cheek, causing Seungcheol to hum happily. "You're too easy to please," Jihoon teases.

"Maybe I am," Seungcheol shrugs, "Can you blame me when everything about you makes my heart skip a beat?"

"You're something else," Jihoon chuckles, "Still flirting after all this time..."

"Of course, I need to keep you interested, Hoon," Seungcheol smiles.

Jihoon sighs, "Like I would ever not be interested in you..."

"Is that your way of saying I'm you're one and only?" Seungcheol questions.

"Yes," Jihoon murmurs, his face turning a bit pink. Seungcheol beams and quickly stands up from his seat. Jihoon's arms fall from around Seungcheol's neck and he looks at his boyfriend with confusion. Seungcheol places his hands on Jihoon's hips and easily lifts him up. Jihoon's eyes widen and he grips quickly onto the vampire king's shoulders as he places him on his desk. "Hey, you shouldn't be doing any heavy lifting," Jihoon tuts, pointing at Seungcheol's bandaged up stomach.

"I'm not," Seungcheol says, "You're as light as a feather."

Jihoon snorts, "Smooth..."

"I try," Seungcheol grins before bringing their faces close together. He presses his forehead against Jihoon and hums a bit. Jihoon squirms a bit as Seungcheol's breath tickles his cheeks. "You're beautiful," Seungcheol murmurs, bringing their faces closer by having the tips of their noses rub against each other.

"Am I now?" Jihoon questions, wrapping hair arms around Seungcheol's neck and leaning closer to his chest. He digs his hands into his black hair, electing a deep-throated growl from Seungcheol. The sound sends chills through Jihoon's spine and he snickers a bit as he stares into Seungcheol's lust filled eyes. "So easy," Jihoon teases again. Seungcheol doesn't say anything back before capturing Jihoon's lips with his own. He doesn't hesitate to nibble on his plump, sweet lips which Jihoon slowly opens. Jihoon gasps as Seungcheol's tongue slips into his mouth and he whines a bit at the intense heat traveling through his body. Seungcheol smirks against his lips as their tongues collide, enjoying the feeling of pure euphoria coursing through his body like a drug. Seungcheol's hands remain firm around the waist of his lover while Jihoon's hands dig deeper into Seungcheol's hair, messing up the neat hairstyle the King was sporting. They don't breathe as they kiss, not needing anything but each other. Jihoon is the first to pull away, panting and out of breath. His face flushed and a soft smile on his face. Seungcheol breathes heavily as well. His hair is disheveled, but the look on his face says that he doesn't give two craps. The vampire king brings their faces close again, but stops centimeters in front of Jihoon's face. "Lead with me," Seungcheol states.

Jihoon's eyebrows furrow, "Huh?"

"Lead the society with me," Seungcheol says, "Become my partner....sit in my mother's throne...."

"Wouldn't I need to be royalty to do that?" Jihoon questions.

"You're already royalty to me," Seungcheol murmurs. Jihoon scoffs and slaps at Seungcheol's chest. The vampire king chuckles and pecks Jihoon's cheek. "We'll do it the formal way, of course," Seungcheol says, "Marriage or whatever the human ritual is...that will officially make you the prince consort....royalty."

"Is this your way of proposing to me?" Jihoon asks.

Seungcheol nods, "Yeah, I guess."

"Well, it was a terrible proposal," Jihoon huffs, "Where's the flowers? The fireworks? The wine? The ring? And the sappy I want to hold you in my arms every morning for the rest of my life!?"

"Do you want those things?" Seungcheol asks.

Jihoon shakes his head, "No, but that's beside the point. Don't you think you're being a bit hasty? You just became king and now you want to choose your partner."

"Most of the vampire society Kings come into power with their mates already," Seungcheol says, "My ascension was a bit sudden so I didn't have one. I'm sure the people are already awaiting my announcement about taking a mate..."

"You make it sound so simple," Jihoon says.

Seungcheol shrugs, "Well, I'm sure there's other things that we'll have to worry about. I mean I'm sure you want a formal wedding and I want a nice mating ceremony. It's not common for vamps to have both, but if they do it's a lot of work to prepare. Not to mention, the paperwork and the constant public appearances prior to our actual union, but I could care less to be honest. The only thing on my mind is that I get to have you by my side forever, so there's no use stressing about the stuff to get there. Cause in my mind...you and I are already forever..."

Jihoon chuckles and shakes his head, "I haven't even agreed yet silly."

"Fine, answer me then," Seungcheol says, "Will you be by my side, Jihoon? Will you be my other half?"

"Yes," Jihoon says, "I will." Seungcheol beams before wrapping his arms around Jihoon's chest and bringing him close. He squeezes him tight and presses kisses to the top of his head again and again. "I love you, I love you, I love you!" Seungcheol exclaims after each peck, getting progressively louder each and every time. Jihoon giggles at his actions and wraps his own arms around Seungcheol. He sticks his head into the crook of Seungcheol's neck, his entire body buzzing with joy and excitement.

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