CHAPTER 89: RUMOR HAS IT

"YUHYUN has calmed down— he’s watching his favorite cartoon with Yunchae now."

"Thank you, Noona," Yun Dujun said to Kang Chaein, his sister-in-law. "And I’m sorry for giving you extra work."

"Yeah, you should be sorry to your sister-in-law," Yun Inyeop said, scolding Yun Dujun. "You make your son cry a lot. But you don’t know how to pacify him."

Yun Dujun could only avert his eyes because his older brother was right.

I suck as a father.

"Honey, that’s enough. Stop scolding Dujun," Kang Chaein said. "I’m sure he already feels bad for making Yuhyun cry."

Right.

Anyway, Yun Dujun was having tea with Yun Inyeop and Kang Chaein.

He felt awkward, of course.

But he had no choice when his older brother said they needed to talk.

"So, why are you in a hurry to return to Korea?" Yun Inyeop asked curiously. "Is it for work?"

Yun Dujun just shook his head.

"Then what?" Yun Inyeop asked impatiently. "I won’t let you leave and make my nephew sad again for some stupid reason."

Haaah.

Yun Dujun didn’t like talking much, and he actually didn’t know how to explain it either.

So, he just pulled out his phone. Then he showed his brother and sister-in-law the picture of Bae Wonyoung kissing a woman.

"Is Bae Wonyoung cheating on you?"

"Don’t be silly, honey," Kang Chaein scolded Yun Inyeop. "It’s obvious that Bae Wonyoung is working. Can’t you see the big cameras around? Moreover, Bae Wonyoung is dressed like a zombie."

"I know, honey. I’m just making a joke."

"It’s not funny."

Yun Inyeop just cleared his throat after his wife scolded him, and then he looked at Yun Dujun. "What’s the problem if Bae Wonyoung is filming a kissing scene with a fellow actor?"

Yun Dujun pressed his lips together, forming a thin line. "I don’t like it."

"Why does your opinion matter?" Yun Inyeop scoffed. "Bae Wonyoung is an actor. Should he refuse to do a kissing scene just because you don’t like it? You realize you’re being a hypocrite, don’t you? Almost all your movies and dramas had kissing scenes. Heck, you even had a few raunchy bed scenes."

Yun Dujun just frowned.

His older brother was right, so he couldn’t really say anything.

Oh, except for one thing.

"Hyung-nim, you’ve seen my works? I thought you said you didn’t like seeing me on the screen."

Yun Inyeop’s face suddenly turned red, and then he glared at Yun Dujun. "I watched them because I liked the plot, not because of you. So, don’t be arrogant."

"Yes, Hyung-nim."

The awkward silence that ensued between the brothers was cut off when Kang Chaein laughed softly.

"You two are so awkward with each other," Kang Chaein said teasingly. And then he looked at Yun Dujun. "Dujun-ah, are you in a hurry to return to Korea because you got jealous after seeing Bae Wonyoung kiss someone else?"

Yun Dujun didn’t know how to put it into words, so he just nodded politely.

"Aigoo. How are you going to handle it if Bae Wonyoung gets more acting jobs that require kissing scenes?"

Yun Dujun just frowned— he didn’t like the idea at all.

To be honest, he didn’t know that he would react this way just because of a kissing scene when he encouraged Bae Wonyoung to return to acting.

I kind of regret it now.

Yun Inyeop clicked his tongue while looking at Yun Dujun. "Yun Dujun, I’m telling you in advance: you can’t control someone like Bae Wonyoung."

Yun Dujun flinched, but he couldn’t deny that he was thinking about doing just that.

"Bae Wonyoung picked a fight with me and my parents, knowing all too well who we were," Yun Inyeop reminded him. "Do you think a person as stubborn and hotheaded as that would listen to you if you ask him to stop acting? Heck, I’m sure Bae Wonyoung would divorce you as soon as you ask him not to do kissing scenes."

Again, Yun Dujun just frowned because his older brother was right.

"Dujun-ah, I heard you were preparing for alimony last time," Kang Chaein said carefully. "So, I assumed you and Bae Wonyoung would divorce soon."

"That was the plan, Noona. But..."

"But you’ve changed your mind?"

Yun Dujun nodded politely. "Just now, Noona. I realized something when I saw Bae Wonyoung with someone else."

Kang Chaein gave him a meaningful smile.

Ah, she knows.

And it wasn’t just his sister-in-law who was hit by the realization.

"I think I know what you’re trying to say, but realizing your feelings doesn’t change the fact that Bae Wonyoung is also an actor like you," Yun Inyeop said, scoffing. "I know Dominant Alphas like you tend to be overprotective. But tone it down. Bae Wonyoung isn’t just your Omega— he’s his own person."

"I’ll keep that in mind, Hyung-nim."

"If Yun Yuhyun doesn’t want to go home with you, then just leave him here with us," Kang Chaein said. "Go and get your man."

Yun Dujun nodded politely. "Yes, Noona."

***

YUN DUJUN still felt surreal after talking to Yun Inyeop and Kang Chaein.

Who would have thought that they would be close enough to talk about his love life?

It’s all thanks to Bae Wonyoung.

If Bae Wonyoung didn’t give his family a rude wake-up call, then they would have still treated him like an outsider.

And maybe they wouldn’t have been fond of my son the way they are now.

Come to think of it, Bae Wonyoung changed his life for the better.

"Daddy?"

"Come in, Yuhyun-ah."

Yun Yuhyun nodded politely before entering his room, and then his son sat next to him on the bed.

"Have you decided whether to come home with me or stay here?"

"I want to stay here, Daddy," Yun Yuhyun said calmly. The child’s eyes were still red and puffy from crying, but he didn’t look upset anymore. "Auntie Mommy said you need to go home because someone is trying to steal Papa from us."

Aigoo.

Yun Dujun thought his sister-in-law exaggerated it, but he didn’t complain.

At least, it made Yuhyun understand my decision easier.

"I don’t want Papa to get stolen from us, Daddy."

"Don’t worry— I won’t let that happen."

"Auntie Mommy said you and Papa need to have an adult conversation, but you won’t be able to do that if I’m with you," Yun Yuhyun said carefully. "That’s why I decided to stay here, Daddy."

Aww.

My son is growing up too fast.

"Yuhyun-ah, just to be clear, you’re not in the way," Yun Dujun said, in case his son misunderstood. "Once I return to Korea, I’ll bring your papa somewhere else. That means even An Baekya won’t be there when we talk."

He had to mention that because he knew Yun Yuhyun could be jealous of An Baekya.

And he was right.

His son looked relieved by his assurance.

"Yuhyun-ah, your Papa and I will wait for your return," Yun Dujun said, awkwardly putting an arm around his son to give him a half-hug. "Once you do, we’re going to be a real family."

"I’d like that, Daddy," Yun Yuhyun said shyly while hugging Yun Dujun back. "I want Papa to stay with us forever."

***

"EVERYONE, you did well! Thank you for working hard!"

Wonyoung smiled while clapping his hands.

And, just like what Summer was doing, he also bowed and expressed his gratitude to the people they had worked with for the last four days of filming.

The staff members also thanked them in return.

"Summer-ssi, Wonyoung-ssi, you both did well!"

"Congratulations on completing the filming!"

"We wish you good luck!"

Aww.

Wonyoung felt his heart swell with pride and joy.

And gratitude to everyone who helped him for the entire duration of their filming, of course.

I missed this a lot.

"See you later at the dinner wrap-up party, everyone!" Summer said while waving to the staff members who were still clapping for them. "It’s my treat!"

Everyone cheered, of course.

"Wonyoung Oppa, you’ll come to the party, right?" Summer asked when the two of them returned to their dressing room. "Jameson wants to meet you. He left as soon as you accepted the role because he didn’t want you to change his mind. And he regrets not thanking you properly. That’s why he’s looking forward to meeting you again."

Well, to be honest, Wonyoung wasn’t that eager to meet Jameson— but he needed it for socializing since Jameson seemed to be well-connected with idols in the industry. He’d be playing an idol character soon, so he thought he should meet real idols as a part of his preparation for the role.

Summer-ssi is easier to approach since we’ve worked together already, but she’s a soloist now and doesn’t promote with a group.

Hence, meeting idols in an active group would be more helpful.

"I’m also looking forward to meeting Jameson-ssi again," Wonyoung said, flashing his business smile. "See you at the dinner party later, Summer-ssi."

***

WONYOUNG attended the party as he promised to Summer.

Thankfully, it wasn’t anywhere weird or sketchy.

The location was a famous barbecue restaurant that had been featured in several news shows for having delicious meat and side dishes.

Summer rented the entire restaurant for tonight.

He thought the female Alpha was being generous.

But it turned out there was a reason why Summer wanted privacy.

"I’m glad you made it, Suji-ya."

Wonyoung was pretty starstruck.

Im Suji was one of the most successful idol-turned-actress in the country that even he, who had been asleep for five years, immediately recognized.

But only because Suji-ssi worked with Dujun Sunbae-nim in his latest film that I’ve seen.

Anyway, Wonyoung thought it was a chance for him to expand his network.

Suji-ssi, despite being a successful actress, is still promoting with her group.

"I would have been here earlier had Kyumin Oppa didn’t throw a tantrum."

Wonyoung didn’t mean to eavesdrop.

But he was seated next to Summer, and Sunji sat on Summer’s other side.

He felt awkward, so he pretended to be busy grilling the meat while making small talk with Director Jin Gangseok— who was sitting across from him, thankfully.

"Kyumin Oppa?" Summer asked curiously. "Why did he throw a tantrum?"

"It’s because Dujun Sunbae wasn’t picking up his calls."

’Dujun Sunbae?’

Wonyoung’s hand stopped grilling the meat.

My Yun Dujun Sunbae-nim?

"As you know, Kyumin Oppa filmed a series with Dujun Sunbae in Greece."

Greece?

Yun Dujun had filmed there before Wonyoung woke up from his coma.

So, they’re talking about my Yun Dujun Sunbae-nim.

"Apparently, they had a fling back there," Suji ’whispered’ to Summer. "But, now, Dujun Sunbae is ignoring him."

Wonyoung raised an eyebrow.

Sounds like bullshit.

***

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