Infinity

-Let me fix it for you, Minho adjusted Jisung's tie while bearing a constant smile upon his lips.

He was excited for that night's dinner with Jeongin and Seungmin. He was excited for every single moment spent with Jisung regardless of the circumstances.

Nothing could ruin their little moments.

Well... maybe one thing.

Jisung stared at his boyfriend, replaying in his mind all the interactions that led to the beautiful love story they had written together.

Each time it seemed more incredible how they went from not being able to stand each other to sharing such deep connection. How every flaw he used to pick up on suddenly became the most beautiful feature of him.

Oh, how he loved Minho! It was beyond words and action. It was deeply rooted in his soul. A testament no one could erase.

And that made it harder to say goodbye, which he would eventually have to do.

That rainy night he set his heart to tell him the truth. To come clean about his curse and give Minho the news about his imminent demise. It had to be that night. His number had dropped to 7 and he was so weak he could barely carry himself a couple of blocks without gasping for air.

So he gathered his courage and joined his lover towards the elevator.

-It's sudden, right?

-What? Jisung snapped back from his thoughts.

-The dinner invitation. I mean I've known Seungmin for a while, but he never invited me to dinner. What do you think they are up to? Minho smirked.

-Something stupid, Jisung shrugged.

-Well, as long as I'm with you, Minho kissed his cheek before the doors opened into the salon.

Full tables surrounding a beautiful stage. It looked ethereal.

-Live music and food! So romantic, Minho took Jisung's hand and searched the room for their friends.

Jeongin noticed how Seungmin fidgeted under the table nervously. He took his hand and kissed it before bringing it to his chest.

-Hyung, I expect you to understand how life works. Death is inevitable. The best we can do is enjoy the fleeting moments we have left.

-It's not fair...

-Nothing is. But that makes happiness much more satisfying. To be happy in this world proves a level of strength not many have.

-Since when are you so wise? Seungmin swallowed his tears.

-Since you brought the best in me, Jeongin smiled weakly. I told you before that you can lean on me.

-There you are! Minho interrupted their moment.

-You made it! Jeongin replied. You two look expensive tonight.

-We get invited to a nice restaurant once in this life, Minho joked. I mean... My job barely keeps me on my feet. I wish I could offer Jisung more, maybe some extravagant dates, but-

-It was never a problem for me, Jisung cut him off. I don't like fancy stuff either way. I like you.

Minho nodded as he leaned his head on his boyfriend's shoulder. He had plenty of time to make more money and surprise Jisung, right? But until then he would enjoy his presence like the smitten man he was.

-It's pelting down outside, Seungmin looked at the dew on the glass.

Jisung watched the storm unfolding in front of his eyes and found himself reminiscing at the day he took care of Felix during another thunderstorm.

He grew fond of Felix after a handful of events. And now he could say without hesitation that he loved him as his own brother.

How things had changed in such a short time.

How a stranger like him became part of that beautiful family.

And in a matter of days he would become their own personal tragedy.

-How's going with the album? Minho asked as he cut his steak.

-Well, if before coming here I had no songs to put on it, now I have too many, Jeongin scoffed. Jisung offered me more than enough masterpieces to record and Changbin hyung suddenly started love songs as well. It's... It'll be a pain to choose. But I think I know just the way to make everyone happy, Jeongin winked.

-I can't wait! Did you think of a name yet?

-"Infinite", Jeongin stated proudly.

Jisung chocked on his brocoli the moment he heard the alleged name.

There was no way Jeongin picked that name randomly.

The last thing he wanted was for him departure to have a lasting impact on them. He wanted to leave quietly like a spring breeze brushing against people's foreheads in the morning.

Instead he would wreck everything he had touched and leave broken hearts behind... And he hated that.

-Jisung, didn't you have some news to share with us? Seungmin suddenly spoke up, making Jisung freeze in his place.

-Me?

-Yes. I remember you said you had something REALLY important to tell us, Seungmin added.

-I...

Jisung turned to look into Minho's lively eyes and felt his heart shriek.

He couldn't do it. He couldn't break his heart. Knowing Minho, he would never love again. He didn't want that. He wanted him to be happy until his last breath.

-I'll be back! he got up and rushed to the bathroom.

Seungmin followed him inside to convince him to finally say it.

-What was that about? Jisung freaked out.

-You have to prepare him for what is to come!

-What good would it do him? He'd die of a broken heart!

-He'll be devastated either way. Don't you think he'll feel betrayed when he finds out about it?

-Good. If he hates me, he'll move on, Jisung hugged himself, feeling smaller and smaller as the seconds passed.

-You're being selfish. You want him to be happy so you can distract yourself from the cruel reality, Seungmin concluded.

-What's wrong with that? I can't spend my last days crying in his arms! I can't be treated like a social case. I want my last days to be normal. To be with him. That's all.

-You can't expect us to be able to heal him. You should prepare him for it. So it'll be easier when it happens.

-I can't look him in the eyes and tell him that, Jisung shook his head. I can't even look into my own eyes and admit that this is the end, he stared into the mirror. I'm not telling him. And neither are you. Hyunjin, Changbin and Minho... They won't know until it's too late. Please respect my decision, Seungmin! This is my last wish.

The younger nodded and complied despite his obvious protest against Jisung's decision.

They went back to the table where Jeongin was enjoying his pasta by himself.

-Where's Minho? Jisung asked confused.

-He said he had to make a call.

It made sense. Minho always checked on Felix during storms, so Jisung didn't think too much of it.

However, as the minutes passed, the feeling of uneasiness started eating him alive. Where was he?

He kept turning around, searching for his face through the room and praying in his mind for his boyfriend to rush back up.

-No good call lasts this long. Maybe I should go look for him! Jisung stood up all of a sudden before being pulled back by Jeongin.

-No! I mean... he rubbed his nape as he felt both men's gazes on him. I'm sure he's alright. Have you tried the wine? he lifted up the glass in the air.

-What are you hiding? Seungmin frowned.

-Who? Me? I could never keep secrets from you, my love! he smiled awkwardly, confirming Seungmin's theory.

The spotlight suddenly turned on, revealing the missing boyfriend on the stage with the microphone in his trembling hand.

-What is he doing? Jisung gulped in expectation.

He knew damn well what Minho was doing. He just couldn't believe it.

-Good evening, everyone! My name is Lee Minho and I am a very lucky man. I like to think that of myself. I have great friends and a great life. Simple as it is, it's enough. i have a brother that loves me and most importantly... I have a soulmate that have found me and showed me how to live properly. This song is for you, Jisung, he smiled shyly before starting to sing "Infinity" by James Young.

Jisung looked at Jeongin who pretended not to know anything about it and avoided Seungmin's angry eyes.

Everyone listened to Minho's sweet voice in a mortuary silence. It felt almost peaceful.

"You're the one that found me, idiot." thought Jisung as he recalled their first encounter at the caffe.

When the song finally came to an end, Minho walked towards his partner and kneeled down.

-Jisung, I know it's sudden and not what you expected, but I can't wait anymore to ask you this. Ever since we met my life has been eventful, filled with happy and sad moments, filled with emotions I never knew I could experience. I was walking in a daze, trying to pretend that everything was alright. And then suddenly everything made sense. Suddenly the colours became brighter and life became worth living. And I can only wish I managed to do the same for you. With this said... Han Jisung, will you do me the honour of calling you my future husband? he took a small velvet box off his pocket and opened it, revealing a shiny simple ring.

Seungmin covered his mouth in shock as he hit Jeongin in the shoulder.

Jisung fell on his knees, his legs giving in from the overwhelming emotions.

-I would love to be your husband, Lee Minho. Even for a few seconds. Nothing would make me happier, he confessed before hugging the man.

-Is that a yes? Minho smiled.

-Yes! Jisung kissed him shortly, causing a wave of applause around them.

Jisung's number dropped to 5 that night. And he didn't notice.

Because the moment Minho popped the question, Jisung believed in eternity for a second...