"BABE, I got you a new phone."
Hmm?
Garam had just returned to bed when Song Sihyuk sat next to him and handed him a box of a brand-new phone.
It was the upgraded version of the Ilsung phone that he was using.
Yeah, I prefer Korea’s Ilsung phone over that foreign brand that most young people prefer.
And, upon a closer look...
"Hyung, is this a real Ilsung phone?"
Song Sihyuk looked offended by his question. "Babe, do you really think I would buy you a counterfeit phone?"
"I don’t mean it like that, Hyung," Garam said, laughing softly at the misunderstanding. "I’m a fan of Ilsung phones, but I’m pretty sure I haven’t seen this model yet."
"Ah." Song Sihyuk’s face beamed. "That’s an unreleased model. Ilsung will announce their new collection next week. Kim Heedo just sent me one in advance when I asked him the best Ilsung phone they have at the moment. I only want the best for you, after all."
Aww.
"Who’s Kim Heedo, though?"
"He’s the oldest grandson of Ilsung Group."
"Oh, you’re friends with him?"
"Nah, the kid is a high school student."
"So young."
"Aigooya. Let’s stop talking about Kim Heedo. The kid is an Alpha, so I’m getting jealous."
"Why would you be jealous of a kid?"
"I’ll even get jealous of your phone if you spend too much time on it."
Aigoo.
This is the legendary Alpha obsession.
"Thank you for the new phone, Hyung," Garam said, quickly changing the topic before the Alpha could scold him for his lengthy phone screen time. Then he placed a soft kiss on Song Sihyuk’s face. "I’ll use it well."
Song Sihyuk looked dazed for a moment, and then he smiled while gently grabbing Garam’s face. "That phone has your new number. My number is already saved there."
Oh, right.
Hyung did say that he’d get me a new phone number.
"I made sure your new number wouldn’t be leaked this time," Song Sihyuk said, now showering Garam’s face with kisses. "But only give your number to people you trust. Then tell me right away if you receive a weird text again— scammers or obsessive fans, I’ll hunt them down."
Garam wanted to answer, but as soon as he opened his mouth, Song Sihyuk’s tongue immediately found its way in.
He just closed his eyes, enjoyed the kiss, and savored the scent in the air.
Is it just me, or Sihyuk Hyung’s pheromones are getting stronger and stronger?
***
"BUT, SIR, if we do that, then Lim Garam-ssi’s solo debut will be affected negatively—"
"Myung Hyesu, I’m not paying you to share your opinion that I didn’t ask for."
Finally, silence from the other end of the line.
Song Sihyuk leaned against the railing, watching Lim Garam sleep peacefully on the bed.
He was on the balcony, standing on the spot where he had a clear view of his adorable wife.
So defenseless.
Song Sihyuk was glad that he seemed to have gained Lim Garam’s trust, of course.
"I’ll do as you say, sir. But can I ask a question?"
"Go ahead."
"What’s the point of being Lim Garam-ssi’s sponsor if you don’t want him to succeed?"
"But Lim Garam-ssi has the potential to go bigger..."
"But that’s what Lim Garam-ssi is working hard for, sir— he aims to fly higher."

"I-I’m sorry, sir. I’m just worried about Lim Garam-ssi’s career..."
"Yes, sir. I understand. I’ll never question your decision again."
I’m sorry, babe— I lied.
"I have no intention of giving up on having a child with you, but I won’t force you to carry my heir either. It has to be your choice if I want this marriage to last," Song Sihyuk whispered to himself. "But you said your priority at the moment is your career, so..."
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