GONG HANSEO stared at the ring around his finger lovingly.

He hadn’t told anyone yet that he was engaged now, so no one knew about it yet.

Not his family, not his friends.

My parents will be happy since they really like Kyungmin Hyung.

He had a small circle of friends, and all of them were supportive.

But if he could be biased for a moment, then...

Garam is younger than me, but I consider him my best friend.

"Do you like your ring that much, babe?"

"Of course. It’s very pretty," Gong Hanseo said, smiling. Since he didn’t have any work today, he was just on the bed— lying down on his stomach while admiring his beautiful engagement ring. "You really know my taste, Hyung. This is the ring I would have chosen myself."

"If I didn’t know your taste after dating you for several years, then what kind of lover am I? It’s the bare minimum to know your partner’s style."

"Hyung, there are men out there who don’t know if their partner likes gold or silver."

"You prefer gold, babe."

"Yeah, gold looks better on my skin tone. Gold is also a good investment."

Seong Kyungmin chuckled. "You sound like Park Sohee and his kids."

Gong Hanseo smiled and nodded.

Park Sohee and his kids were all obsessed with gold.

"Speaking of which, thank you for all the gold jewelry pieces and accessories that you’ve given to me as a gift, Hyung," Gong Hanseo said, and then he teased his fiancé. "If we ever go bankrupt, we can sell them to survive."

Seong Kyungmin chuckled. "Then I should cover you in gold from head to toe."

"Aren’t you already doing that?"

"Not enough. You always worry whenever I buy you gifts, so I often hold back."

"Well, you always splurge when it comes to me," Gong Hanseo complained lightly. "I know you earn a lot. I’m also aware that you get richer even when you’re sleeping because of your investments. Even so, let’s hold back, okay? I don’t need a new piece of jewelry every week."

"How about every two weeks?"

"Hyung..."

"Gold is a good investment."

Gong Hanseo rolled his eyes. "Aren’t you going to be late for work?"

Unfortunately for his lover, he had to go to work every day.

"I only have a consultation with Kim Heedo and his family this morning," Seong Kyungmin said, his hand gently patting Gong Hanseo’s butt. "We can have lunch together if you’re free."

"I’m free," Gong Hanseo said, pausing for a moment. "Hyung, can I bring you lunch later?"

"You’re going to cook for me?"

"Yes, Hyung. I think I’m getting better at cooking after taking cooking lessons."

Gong Hanseo knew how to cook simple dishes, but most of them were Korean cuisine.

He didn’t have time to learn how to cook because he was often busy. Plus, Seong Kyungmin loved going out.

But since he got engaged, he declined several projects to focus on his wedding preparations. Hence, he had more free time now. And since he hated doing nothing, he decided to enroll in a cooking class.

"I’d love it if you bring me lunch later, babe," Seong Kyungmin said, smiling— obviously excited. "What are you going to cook for me?"

"I recently learned how to cook Filipino dishes from our teacher," Gong Hanseo said, smiling proudly. "Look forward to your hearty lunch later, Hyung."

***

PORK sinigang.

That was the Filipino dish that Gong Hanseo cooked for Seong Kyungmin.

It was similar to the kimchi jjigae (kimchi stew) that his lover loved, so he knew his fiancé would enjoy pork sinigang, too.

Of course, the dish wouldn’t be complete without rice.

He also packed side dishes like kimchi, pickled radish, spicy cucumber salad, bean sprouts, seasoned vegetables, etc.

I really hope Hyung likes my cooking.

"I’m sorry, but you can’t meet Dr. Seong without an appointment— especially if your reason for visiting is personal."

Hmm?

Gong Hanseo stopped walking when he saw Nurse Cha, the middle-aged head nurse who was often with Seong Kyungmin, talking sternly to a man.

Oh, he looks familiar... ah!

He realized that the man was a rising actor.

I can’t remember his name, but he’s starring in the most talked-about drama at the moment. Actor Yun Dujun-ssi is the main character in that show, and that person is often with Actor Yun Dujun-ssi’s character.

He couldn’t remember the rising actor’s name, both in real life and on the show.

However...

I know he’s an Omega because he created a buzz before because of his pretty face.

"Then what can I do?" the actor complained. "Kyungmin-ssi isn’t answering my calls and messages..."

Nurse Cha sighed as if frustrated and was about to say something, but stopped when he spotted Gong Hanseo. Her face instantly beamed. "Oh, you’re here, Hanseo-ssi. Dr. Seong has been waiting for you. He even bragged to the entire team that you’re bringing him home-cooked lunch today."

Aigoo.

Gong Hanseo smiled and greeted Nurse Cha politely. "Can I come in, Nurse Cha?"

"Of course—"

"Who are you?" the rising actor asked Gong Hanseo, raising an eyebrow at him. "It doesn’t seem like you’re here for a consultation."

"Of course not," Gong Hanseo said, speaking kindly because he was in a good mood. "I’m here to visit my lover."

The rising actor looked shocked.

On the other hand, Nurse Cha snickered.

Before Gong Hanseo could show off the ring on his finger, the door to Seong Kyungmin’s office suddenly burst open.

His lover immediately beamed when he saw Gong Hanseo.

"Babe, you’re here."

And then Seong Kyungmin grabbed Gong Hanseo by the waist, leaning down to kiss him on the lips— right in front of the rising actor, who was obviously an admirer of his lover.

***

"HYUNG, you’re really famous, aren’t you?"

Gong Hanseo said it casually while setting the table for Seong Kyungmin.

Of course, his lover didn’t just sit there and watch him do all the work— his fiancé actually helped him.

But Seong Kyungmin froze as soon as Gong Hanseo teased him.

"Hanseo-ya, I only met Lee Minil-ssi once for a consultation," Seong Kyungmin explained. "But as soon as he showed interest in me, I turned him down and referred him to a different doctor. And, as you’ve seen earlier, I turn him away every time he comes to see me."

"Good boy," Gong Hanseo said, gently patting Seong Kyungmin’s head, making his fiancé smile. "Should we just announce that we’re already engaged?"

"I’d love that, babe. I’m actually itching to announce to the entire world that we’re getting married."

Aww.

It was Gong Hanseo who asked Seong Kyungmin to keep their engagement a secret in the meantime.

He wanted to at least start their wedding preparations first before the announcement.

"Then we should start by telling our family and close friends first," Gong Hanseo said. "But, Hyung, once you tell Song Sihyuk-ssi about our engagement, can you tell him to keep it a secret from Garam in the meantime? I want to share the good news with Garam myself."

"Sure, I’ll do that."

"Thank you, Hyung."

Seong Kyungmin just nodded, and then the doctor clearly got distracted when he opened the container of the pork sinigang.

The pungent smell immediately enveloped the room.

"It smells great," Seong Kyungmin said, smiling. "Can I have a taste, babe?"

Gong Hanseo handed the spoon to his lover. "Help yourself, Hyung."

And then it was the moment of truth.

Gong Hanseo watched nervously as Seong Kyungmin sipped a spoonful of the stew.

It seemed like it was too sour since his lover kind of made a face? But only for a moment. And then Seong Kyungmin’s face beamed as he turned to Gong Hanseo.

Oh, Hyung likes it.

"What is this, babe? It tastes good," Seong Kyungmin said, and it was obvious that he was being sincere. "It’s sour and savory, similar to kimchi stew."

"Right? That’s why I knew you’d love sinigang," Gong Hanseo said excitedly. "And I’m glad that you liked my version of it, Hyung."

"I love it, babe. Thank you."

Gong Hanseo smiled, happy that he was praised for doing something that he loved doing for his fiance. "Try eating it with kimchi. My teacher said I can add kimchi to my sinigang, but I wanted you to have sinigang as it is before I experiment with it."

Seong Kyungmin smiled and nodded. "It’s already good as it is, but I don’t mind a little experiment to adjust it to our taste. But I really enjoy this sinigang."

"I’m relieved, Hyung."

"Let’s eat," Seong Kyungmin said, gently pushing the container of the cooked rice towards Gong Hanseo’s side of the table. "Have a taste of your masterpiece, babe."

Gong Hanseo chuckled. "You’re glazing me too much, Hyung."

***

WHEW.

It took Gong Hanseo quite some time before he was finally able to "escape" from Seong Kyungmin.

His lover wanted to drive him home, even though he had a patient to see in the afternoon.

Fortunately, Nurse Cha came to the rescue and reminded Seong Kyungmin that he had a busy day ahead.

That was how he managed to "escape."

And, now, Gong Hanseo was on his way back home— driving the car that Seong Kyungmin gifted to him on his 40th birthday.

He didn’t want to accept a luxury car as a birthday present at first.

But Seong Kyungmin insisted.

Hyung said he’d just throw it if I didn’t accept it.

Anyway, Gong Hanseo’s reminiscing about the past was cut off when he drove past the park that was near the hospital.

He noticed a familiar face sitting on the bench, obviously out of it.

Is that Daeho Hyung?

Gong Hanseo immediately found a parking lot to park his car, and then he approached Kang Daeho.

"Hyung?"

Kang Daeho raised his head, obviously surprised to see Gong Hanseo. "Hanseo-ya."

"Can I join you?"

"Of course," Kang Daeho said, tapping the space next to him. "Take a seat."

Gong Hanseo nodded, and then he sat next to Kang Daeho. "Hyung, how are you?"

"I should be the one asking you that," Kang Daeho said. "You were beaten up by my ex-husband while trying to protect me."

"Ex-husband?"

"We got a divorce after what happened. I was too busy taking care of all the legal procedures, that’s why I wasn’t able to visit you. I’m sorry about that, Hanseo-ya."

"No, it’s alright, Hyung."

To be honest, Gong Hanseo was shocked.

Kang Daeho was an Omega married to an Alpha.

I know Omegas and Alphas break up. Heck, even Garam once divorced Song Sihyuk-ssi. But for someone who used to believe that an Alpha and Omega belong to each other, it’s a shock that divorce between an Alpha and an Omega is more common than I initially thought.

"How are you, Hyung?" Gong Hanseo asked carefully. "I mean, I know you’re not okay. But do you need help?"

Kang Daeho fell silent for a moment, before his eyes widened a bit. "Ah, isn’t your partner a doctor? I know he’s a famous doctor among Alphas and Omegas."

"Yes, Hyung. My lover is a doctor who specializes in Alpha and Omega pheromones."

"Do you think he can help me?"

"Help you with what?"

"I want to get rid of my baby."

Gong Hanseo gasped, shocked. "Hyung..."

"This isn’t my ex-husband’s baby," Kang Daeho said, putting his hands on his belly. "I had several night-one stands after our divorce. So, I don’t actually know who the father of this baby is. But, obviously, it’s an Alpha."

"Oh."

"I’m twelve-weeks pregnant, so abortion is still possible."

"Hyung..."

"I’ve thought about it for a long time, Hanseo-ya," Kang Daeho said, smiling bitterly. "I really don’t want this baby."

Gong Hanseo couldn’t say anything since Kang Daeho wasn’t asking for his opinion, and they weren’t close enough for him to give the Omega a piece of advice.

And, yet...

I’m bothered.

***

GONG HANSEO knew better than to disturb Seong Kyungmin when his lover was on the phone.

But he couldn’t help it.

While his fiancé was sitting on the sofa and talking on the phone, he sat on his lap and wrapped his arms around his neck.

Yes, that was his way of acting cute.

"I don’t think Gunwoo needs suppressants, but I’ll check on him later," Seong Kyungmin said, wrapping an arm around Gong Hanseo’s waist as he secured him on his lap. "Alright. Do that for now, Sihyuk-ah."

Oh.

So, Kyungmin Hyung is talking to Song Sihyuk-ssi.

It made sense.

Kyungmin Hyung only answers calls from VIP clients when he’s at home.

"Yeah, I’ll call you again tomorrow."

After that, his fiancé finally ended his phone call.

"What’s wrong, babe?" Seong Kyungmin asked worriedly, gently rubbing Gong Hanseo’s back. "Are you feeling unwell?"

Pfft.

Well, Gong Hanseo wasn’t the clingy type.

No wonder Hyung thinks I’m sick.

"Hyung, I’m acting cute."

Seong Kyungmin chuckled. "Oh, is that so? Then are you acting cute because you want something from me?"

"Yes, but I don’t think it’s something you can give me easily."

"Try me."

"I want a baby," Gong Hanseo said, lifting his head to look at the shocked Seong Kyungmin in the eye. "Hyung, I want to adopt a baby."

***

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