Two Weeks Later
Chanyeol reviews the video tapes playing in his iPad, the simmering annoyance at still having no solid sightings of Jimmy is very much going to go off like a volcano! Frustrated the hidden surveillance tapes he had installed in the Jade Casino, have bought up nothing. He angrily drops the iPad, before running a hand through his hair. He can't believe none of his men have been able to spot the pig, well he can the Feng's are masters at deception and hiding things they don't want people to see. Keeping Jimmy in the shadows for as long as they have, irritates him no end, Master Feng is a greedy little swine with no patience. Making him paranoid over this radio silence and lack of any obvious planning. Chanyeol smiles he knows he just had to wait, Jimmy will fuck up at some point making the joke on them. Hr can wait for them to fuck up because they will when their greed gets too much.

One thing that has gone well, these last couple of weeks he's finally got confirmation his new main import docks are up and running in Busan. He no longer has to deal with that jumped up triad master trying to squeeze more money out of him, or the sabotage they like to do his containers. For a short while he feared he would have to cut his losses and pay them, not now they have clearly declared war with him, he will not tolerate anyone given refuge to someone not deserving of it. Jimmy is the lowest of low, for what he dared to try with Baekhyun. He will not allow any one to side with the pig, and get away scot free.

His little gift to Master Feng is already underway, his not so anonymous tip to the department of justice. His inside man has confirmed will soon be coming to fruition, the seedy human trafficking ring Master Feng hasn't hidden as well as he thinks he has will soon be no more. He will gladly open the champagne when that ring is dismantled, he's always turned a blind eye to both the Russians and Chinese's more robust choice of business. What he can't stand is the human trafficking, how it lures the vulnerable into a false promise, and all their life savings for a life of servitude and debt. Worse if your a young pretty boy or girl, a fate worse then death awaits those deemed suitable to complete service on their backs.

A sudden shadow at the edge of his Vison, makes him smile it's about the time Baekhyun should be finished with one of his study sessions. He tries not to be too disappointed when he sees it is Suho and not his Jewell standing in the doorway. He glances his phone to see a couple missed called and some texts, he's been so absorbed in his work he's missed his Bambi boys calls. He will call him back in a moment as he can tell from his friends posture that he is not going to like what Suho has to say.

"Boss, Yixing has finally been able to tap in to the dockyard surveillance, there is still no sight of Jimmy with the Fengs. We have found something that may interest you, I have sent the video already to your iPad. What you will see there are the body measurements of Jimmy, remember when Yixing had to do stomach pump and gave him methadone. Yixing was smart enough to do a full body scan. To cut to the chase in the videos at the casino you will see man wearing the casino's uniform and matching straw hat. We are positive that the uniformed man is Jimmy, the only problem is we never see him leave or enter."

Chanyeol nods to his second in command, he will review those tapes later there no good to him if Jimmy is not alone. The Feng's have declared war with him, he's not going to fall in to what ever trap will be waiting if he so much as steps foot in the Jade Dragon.

"That's good to know Suho, I know your itching to go in all guns blazing, it's too obvious that Master Feng will expect that, we need to smoke them out! They will get greedy soon enough!"

"I understand, your inside man made contact, the first raid of the docks starts on Friday. All of our incoming goods have been redirected to Busan. The underground vaults were used to move the stock to Minseoks old workshops, no one will think to look at there."

"At least something is going as planned, tell me how is Minseok finding Busan."

"So far so good, he's not very happy that Jimmy escaped his clutches, and has asked me to relay that your next commission will be free!"

Chanyeol feels a weight lift off his shoulder, whilst he is mad Minseok was careless enough to get knocked out. He doesn't blame him for Jimmy getting away, no one could of known what was going to happen. He does make a mental note to keep Minseok on speed dial, he's also itching to compare the data from Yixing. Right now there is some one more important that he needs to talk too, his beautiful little jewel who was not in his room this morning and is not going to be here for lunch either it would seem. Chanyeol will never admit it but the first few nights after Baekhyun's attack he thoroughly enjoyed having those sinful curves close by. The fact that his Jewell was wearing just one of his white t-shirts a bonus!  He shudders at the memory of those delicate nipples caressed against the cotton, the silhouette of soft silky untouched skin just begged to be touched!

Needless to say he had to have some very cold showers, if  it had just been a play thing sharing his bed not that one ever has or will he would of scratched that itch. His precious Jewel however deserves more then that, so he was a good boy and kept his hands to himself. Especially after the glare he got form his angry Chinese sheep for the spur of the moment hand he gave his perfect Bambi boy. His comment of he did it to help Baekhyun relax just earned him a stink eye, as his friend muttered in Chinese before banning Baekhyun from partaking in frivolous coupling!"

"Your doing it again, when ever you think of Baekhyun you get this goofy smile. I'm not complaining it's refreshing to see you finally have something for yourself rather then a plaything."

"Do you think I'm placing a target on his back, have a created a possibility for our enemies to finally best us. it's all very well me wanting to try a relationship when I don't consider my day job. One I would surrender in a second if he was harmed. We are not good people Suho, I can't just take him out on a date, nor be seen in the public too much with him.

"He wouldn't be here if he didn't want to be, I'm positive he would of kicked you out of his apartment the moment he saw you. Chanyeol Yixing and I noticed the change in you, the moment you asked for his information, of course at first we thought it was an infatuation. Baekhyun is like a bright shining beacon, and far to innocent to be around us. We would be foolish not to see that same infatuation reflected in those blue eyes when he looks at you. He looks at you like you hung the moon, your that great lion that saved him from something abhorrent. There will be a target but you have my word, we are all making sure we are prepared to protect him. You can ensure you keep him safer by not taking about business, the less he knows the safer he will be!"

"Thank you brother, I do feel better knowing all of the men are willing to fight for him. Yixing too said something similar and I noticed the order he put in contained a few more items. Some for the general wound care, that's been depleted, some more painkillers and some things I assume will be for Baekhyun like the medical salts, sexual wellness items and the vitamins.

"It's pretty obvious Your Baekhyun is innocent shall we say, Yixing is just being prepared. You have probably seen the missed calls from your beau?"

"His protection better be with him, wherever he is !"

"I got a call from the guy watching him, Beakhyun was dragged away by Luhan from class, Baekhyun was in Luhan's car at the-"

"You mean to tell me that Baekhyun is in a public place with Luhan unattended - Suho anything could happen, especially now Jimmy is unaccounted for!"

"They are not out in public, our man confirmed he followed Baekhyun to Sehun's apartment complex."

"You have dropped me off at that apartment several times your self Suho, it's one i paid for. Go get the car and call the man you have watching Baekhyun I will personally go and meet my Jewell. Next time Suho make sure our man knows the drill."

Chanyeol winces, he didn't mean to sound so sharp with his most trusted man, he won't apologise for it though. Suho seems to understand and let's the briefest smile grace his face before sauntering off, phone already to his ear. He doesn't take any longer either, it takes seconds for the shrill sound of Baekhyun's dial tone filling his office. His stomach dropping when his call goes unanswered.

Baekhyun POV
"Luhan, don't you think this is going to be a bit much, besides aren't these girls knickers?"

Baekhyun's eyes the six different scraps of lace and satin with caution, he really didn't expect this when he got an invitation to lunch today. Yes he may be itching to reach out and feel the clearly luxury items, to feel just how soft abs expensive he knows they are. To stop himself he wraps his arms around his threadbare hoodie, he's feeling more and more embarrassed with every item laid out before him. He's also seriously debating why he reached out to the pixie like man for help in 'operation seducing Chanyeol' as Luhan has decided to name it. Baekhyun is seriously considering why he didn't just man up and talk to Chanyeol.

It's been a very strange couple of weeks at the manor, not just because he's now residing in the most lavish house he has ever seen. A house that he only knows the routes to four  rooms of, his en-suite, Chanyeol's master suite, the kitchen and Yixing's medical wing. Five if you count Chanyeol's office, only because he has seen snippets of the room from the reception hall and heard Chanyeol's raised voice behind the heavy wood doors. He will never get used to the plethora of staff either, they have clearly been instructed to cater to his every whim. Just last night he was craving for some cereal, whilst he finished his essay. A habit of only been able to afford the very basics food stuffs, cereal the cheap kind was cheap and filling and often what he mixed with water to keep him going. He had no sooner walked in to the kitchen to search for a bowl when a chef appeared and served him a much healthier pork rib soup.

The delicious soup couldn't solve his dilemma though, how to ask his boyfriend if he could remain sleeping in the same bed. Baekhyun was afraid of overstaying his welcome, so like a kicked puppy he left Chanyeol's bed. That was only three days after they had their talk, and the most erotic hand job of his life. Chanyeol's agitated state after said hand job, he's afraid his lack of experience prevented him from reciprocating that pleasure. It's made his mind whirl when Chanyeol agitation seemed to get more pronounced, so he did what he thought was best and left to his own room. The whispering of staff in the hallways hasn't helped. Desperate to fix what's wrong and in a moment of weakness he called Luhan for advice, the Chinese Pixie arrived at his study session only an hour later. Baekhyun was very much surprised the man didn't pull him away by the ears. Baekhyun could simply wave as they rushed passed his driver, before heading into Luhan's old Nissan Micra. Too stunned at the fierce determination on his friends face to say that he needs to tell Chanyeol where he is. Only once he folded himself into the car and heard the never ending ringing of Chanyeol's phone did he bust in tears.

He doesn't really remember how he got to Luhan's apartment, but he does remember being encased in the very tight arms of Sehun. A man who would not let him go for a good 15 minutes. Only pushing away when he heard Luhan leave a voicemail for Chanyeol. A voicemail that the pixie left using his brand new iPhone. Luhan simply shooed him away when he went to grab it. He remembers hearing something about Chanyeol can very well wait for him. It only took Luhan ten minutes to fill in a confused Sehun, who simply sighed and nodded to Luhan, who squealed like a girl before proceeding to drag him towards a dressing room.

That was 30 minutes ago, since then he's watched as Luhan has unwrapped six different boxes filled with red tissue paper, with in each box, a pair of lace knickers each one more scandalous then the last. His cheeks flaming when Luhan announced he needed to pick one, like a dish out of water he stood there staring at the mass of silk, before it finally clicked just who will be wearing them!

"Nonsense buttercup, these will help you drive Chanyeol wild. He won't be able to resist you, when he uncovers these."

Baekhyun almost jumps a foot in the air at the sound of Sehun's voice, turning slightly he finds the dancer leaning against the frame with a very amused smile. Baekhyun feels a small flair of jealousy, of course if any one was going to know what to get Chanyeol off it would be Sehun. Baekhyun truly has no hope in being as erotic as the taller man. Sehun exudes sex appeal even in black joggers and a white T-shirt.

"Stop that buttercup, you have something so much more then I ever had with Chanyeol, from what I understand Chanyeol isn't annoyed with you, he's a Mafia boss it's just business. Not that's it's an excuse I know, what Luhan and I are trying to to do is help you. Chanyeol is like every other red blooded male who's never done more then a roll in the hay with someone. Ridiculously dense in the art of seduction and foreplay!"

Baekhyun finally lets his shoulders fall, perhaps his inexperience is creating something that just simply isn't there! Perhaps it's time too that he initiate the next step in their physical relationship, and if these knickers are what he needs to drive Chanyeol wild then so be it. He scans the six pairs of knickers on the bench, the first pair he vetos instantly a baby pink pair of lace shorts they scream virginal teenage girl. The second pair he vetos is a black satin thong, he cant even imagine what that will feel like to wear. The white crotchless satin also get added to the it's a no pile, so do the purple lace bikini style knickers with the wrap around body belt and buckle! They just scream complicated, leaving just two identical pairs save for the colours! Each one looks to be the most expensive pair, and would feel gorgeous against his skin. He's no fool the lace looks like it cost more then he would make in a month, that lace held together at each side with silk bows, that can clearly be pulled apart! He shivers imaging Chanyeol doing just that with his teeth, both colours would suit his skin tone! One an exquisite royal blue, the second a gorgeous red not the tacky pillar box red but a red so dark it's almost maroon.

The way his heart beats when he looks at that colour, it's clear that this is the pair for him. Before he can stop himself his hands are already grasping at the softes material he has ever held. He raises his eyes to find Sehun is gone, but Luhan has remained a smile a mile wide on his face.

"Don't underestimate the power you now have in your hands, Chanyeol will be putty in your hands when he sees them. I pegged you picking the blue ones, but you surprised me! You will look sensational, believe in yourself Baekhyun as I promise you it will be the ride of our life! Now go put them on I will be back to do your makeup, because tonight your going to drive Chanyeol wild!

One Hour later
Baekhyun is amazed at the difference a little highlight and blush has done, his skin sparkles ever so subtly every time he moves. The subtle hint of poppy red colour balm on his lips, makes them look fuller and his eyes sparkle. He couldn't believe Luhan willingly used his beloved and expensive lotions and make up on him.

"Do you think Chanyeol will like it?"

"He'd be a fool if he doesn't, just remember to breathe in when he does penetrate you as it will hurt. Chanyeol would never care about that with anyone, but he will with you."

Baekhyun goes to respond, as he can feel the heat on his cheeks rising, but is interrupted by the sound of the door bell. He pats his pocket to check the time when it dawns on him that his phone is not in his pocket! Chanyeol is going to go spare, especially as he hasn't even checked to see if Chanyeol returned his call. Panic rising in him when he remembers simply waving at the driver, only seconds after the door bell does Sehun appear with the words that kill whatever plan he had.

"Suho is here, Chanyeol is waiting in the car."

Baekhyun can only nod as his bag and mobile are returned to him, his heart sinking at the numerous missed calls from the driver and Chanyeol. The last thing he wants is to for that annoyance to be aimed at him. Bowing hastily to the couple he high tales it out of the dressing area, running in to the always stoic right hand man Suho. Suho simply nods and holds his arm out beyond the door towards the elevator. Baekhyun can hear Luhan say "you got this, fighting," just as the door to the elevator closes. It's only takes a couple of minutes to get from the apartment he has a pretty good idea it's one Chanyeol paid for, before Chanyeol's Range Rover comes in to focus. Baekhyun takes a deep breath before opening one of the back doors, complete with tinted windows, the breath almost instantly leaving his body when he finds Mr Sex in legs wearing a white jacket and shirt, that leaves little to the imagination! That classic combo with that platinum hair sends an arrow of hyper awareness right through him. Baekhyun looks up from hopping in to the car to find his boyfriend with. smouldering expression within those deep eyes. It almost has him  whimpering, he truly doesn't understand why Chanyeol asked to try more when it's clear even to himself that he is in over his head.

That expression almost seems to seep into his soul, his excitement of getting to seduce his boyfriend rapidly fading each agonising second of silence! He doesn't expect for Chanyeol to tell him is secrets, he's been warned about the target on his back, he just feels like he's missing the big picture!

"Bambi boy, you didn't answer my call earlier, and my men say you didn't confirm where you were headed!"

"Luhan kid of ambushed me, i did try to call you you didn't answer!"

"I was working my Jewell, can we promise each other that from now on we will always answer when either of us calls!"

Baekhyun goes to respond but is stunned into silence when Chanyeol nearly picks up his hand and place a kiss on the back of it! It's so gentle he has to let out a gasp when he watches Chanyeol smile. Before he can help himself he's almost melting in the seat when Chanyeol whispers

"I'm sorry, I know my focus has been elsewhere, I wish I was closer to solving what's going on. I'm well aware that there's this tension between us, Baekhyun I promise I'm not agitated with you-I just"

"You don't want to get me involved in your work, I do understand and to be honest I would rather not know every detail! I know what you do is dangerous! I did think it was me, that you were angry that I didn't return the favour after intimate moment the other day!"

"Oh baby no, it's not that it at all, like I said things are complicated at the moment! Please promise me you will always answer my call?"

"Baekhyun smiles softly and nods, the pressure in his chest easing slightly at the knowledge Sehun was right it truly is Chanyeol's business! He feels a bit foolish, it can't be an easy job, running the black market!

"Suho, let's make Yixing really mad and ditch the diet just for tonight let's order in fried chicken!"

This time Baekhyun doesn't hold back his squeal, it's been so long since he had the greasy, crispy goodness of fried Chicken. Yixing had a face of thunder when he barged in the other day, and caught Chanyeol cleaning the cum of his hand. Coming home to order chicken might just push him over the edge, it will be so worth especially what he has planned out to happen later. Happy enough for now Baekhyun squeezes the hand holding his hand, as Chanyeol gets busy answering the phone! He zones out the call, as he turns to look at all the people going about their evening!

Chanyeol's loud exclamation down the phone, startles hun! He doesn't get chance to ask what's happening as it all happens at Once! The car speeds up, jus as the sound and smell of screeching tyres fills the car, the loud pop pop pop of a machine gun follows causing him to panic! He hears Chanyeol swear as he's all but thrown to the floor of the car. He completely frozen where he was pushed as the car is filled with the sound of that awful gunfire, and glass shattering surrounds them as Chanyeol barks out orders through the phone. Baekhyun briefly sees and hears the chaos of a second car window shattering before he's covered by Chanyeol's white jacket! It's not thrown over him quick enough as to his horror he sees the bullet that hits Chanyeol's shoulder, making him scream out.

Hello my Lovelies,

Eeek, I imagine if you have made it to the end you all are all screaming at me over this cliffhanger 😈

I am so sorry this is way, way late! It's been a manic couple of weeks, pops confetti finally every thing is on track.

What a whirlwind this was hey, the build up with Chanyeol, the erotic sneak peak of Baekhyun's plans (below are the Knickers, panties to those not in the UK, that I used as inspiration) and finally the very small snippet of the action and drama coming up..

Will Chanyeol make it, stay tuned for the next update to find out.

A light in the Dark is up next

Once again my massive thanks for all your support, please do let me know what you think and if you will ever forgive me xx