"I need to talk to you. Goden, now."
Jun-ho squints his eyes. The fact that Ezekiel, a council member, wanted to talk to him meant something serious was going on. He sighs and turns to Salin, who was finishing getting ready.
— We're going to visit Goden.
— Is it not safe to return yet?
— I need to make sure it's safe first.
Salin narrows his eyes. From the way Jun-ho was acting, could it be that he was the one in danger? Was that why he was being so cautious?
— Safe for whom?
— For you.
Salin swallows hard. But Jun-ho smiles, getting closer.
— When I do something, I need to take responsibility for it. That's how I earn the trust of the members of Goden. But now, when I do something, I also need to make sure you're safe. — Jun-ho pulls Salin close, holding him by the neck. — Because I want to keep you by my side, Salin.
The older man feels his heart beat, a shiver running through him.
— You can kiss me. — Salin says impulsively.
Jun-ho smiles.
