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Sirens are heard as an undercover car whips around the corner. The ambulance and fire truck aren’t far behind as several other cop cars race with Vivian toward a building nearby the hospital. Slamming on brakes, Vivian throws it in park before hopping out and running toward the building. Other officers are pulling up and racing to follow her as Vivian doesn’t waste time in trying to bust down the door.
“Move,” Wonho’s voice is heard as him and Jaehyun appear.
They move out of the way and Wonho gives it one good hit with his shoulder and the door gives before Vivian is going inside first. Her gun is ready with officers surrounding the area as she makes her way through the dark building.
“You think he set up any traps?” Jaehyun’s voice is heard.
“Unlikely with how limited time he had,” Vivian supplied though she took extra caution as she moved through the small building.
“This is his older brother’s hideout too where he likes to hide the illegal drugs and weapons so I’m pretty sure he wouldn’t booby trap his brother’s crib,” Wonho says.
Kai’s older brother is the whole reason they’re here right now. After hunting him down and telling him lives were on the line and his little brother was wanted for attempted murder and kidnapping as well as multiple other charges, he caved and confessed about any places Kai could’ve gone including his own little hideout near the hospital. And Vivian has a feeling that’s where Kai went…
“Bottom floor is clear,” Jaehyun calls out when the three hear a noise from upstairs.
They all share a look before Vivian runs; ignoring the two calling for her to be careful. Her breathing picks up a bit as she jogs up the stairs in heels; her hand using the railing to propel her forward.
“Mrs. Tuan?! Mr. Tuan?!” she calls out as she makes it upstairs and to a tiny hallway.
There’s a room straight across of a closed door and then two separate ways she can go with doors lining down when she hears another noise coming from her right. Going that way, she finds the noise getting louder and louder until she’s in front of another closed door but it’s locked. She goes to call out to Wonho just to find Jaehyun there first and moves her aside before roundhouse kicking the door. The door snaps off its hinges as it swings open but Vivian’s eyes are focused on the center of the room as she takes in two figures tied up to chairs.
“Oh thank god,” Vivian breathes out as she goes into the room and right to their sides.
“Mr. and Mrs. Tuan, I’m Vivian from the F.B.I.” She says to hopefully calm them as she starts to undo the bounds and Jaehyun is helping.
You can tell Mark’s parents are scared and that the moment Mrs. Tuan can speak, she’s crying,
“Please, my husband, help my husband!”
Vivian sees the medics rushing in with the officers as they work on getting Mr. Tuan onto the stretcher and out the rest of the bounds.
“He’s going to be ok,” Vivian tries to reassure her as she frees her the rest of the way.
She practically collapses into her arms as she wails, “My boy! Where’s my boy?! That mad man told us bad things were happening to our boy!”
Vivian feels for her as she strokes her back in comfort and holds her in her embrace, “Mark is ok too. Everything is going to be ok now. Let’s get you out of here and I’ll tell you everything you want to know.”
Mrs. Tuan nods through her sobs and Vivian helps her to stand as they head toward the entrance…
Currently:
“He’s disarmed!” A swat team personnel lets out and everyone breathes out in relief.
The officers and other swat members are blocking off the whole area around the hospital as they try to keep everyone back. Police cars are still in the way to help keep the place secure as they’re trying to take care of the scene now as news reporters will surely be arriving any minute now.
Neil watches as they’re loading up the body in a black bag. So many emotions are running through him that he can’t really tell you which one he’s feeling or what one is stronger. But he can tell you that he doesn’t feel remorse for what happened to Kai. He thought Kai was his friend. He thought they were close but that lunatic tried to destroy his entire life and tortured those around him. And Mark…
Neil turns to see Vector is taking the gun from Jaebum before hugging the two. It’s not long before more people are coming outside that are Mark’s friends and pulling him into their arms as they voice how relieved they are. It’s here that his emotions start to become more of certain ones. It’s here where he finds his eyes locking with Mark’s. And as he finds Mark is running toward him he can feel the guilt he had from before washing away as forgiveness replaces it the moment Mark goes into his embrace. He can feel happiness as Mark cries out a thank you,
“Really Neil...thank you...thank you…”
Neil feels those words go straight to his heart and when he looks over to see Jaebum giving him a sincere smile, he knows he’s allowed this moment. So with letting his arms come to hug Mark back, Neil takes the next moment to breathe Mark in. To bury his face into Mark’s hair by the top of his head and voice his emotions,
“When I found out they had called the rehab place to make sure I was still in there last night, I had used my one phone call and talked with Jaebum’s mother for I...I had a feeling you were in danger and I couldn’t help it and had to come running once again,” he chuckles a bit at the end as he recalls what happened from all the other times he came running.
Mark smiles through the tears as he listens to Neil continue, “But I had to come for if there was anything I could do to make it better...to make it right I wanted to do it…so in exchange for helping her she pulled some strings and got me out and it seems I arrived at the nick of time.”
“You’ve done more than enough,” Mark says and Neil can’t help but smile.
“You’re really so sweet, even after everything.”
They pull back and Mark’s eyes are shining brightly as he takes Neil’s hand and places it on his stomach before beaming,
“You protected my children Neil. You saved their lives.”
The tears come and Neil’s breath hitches as his fingers tremble against Mark’s stomach while those words hit hard. He did something good. He was able to atone for what he’d done even though he was a victim in this as well. He was able to do something with his life that he almost threw away. That thought alone of how still being alive turned out to be for the better really struck his soul. And seeing Mark so happy and glowing meant a lot. It's healing. It’s warm. It cleanses him to want to get fully better and keep doing right...It gives him the will to move on and makes him glad that Mark saved him that day.
“I’m happy for you,” he gets out as he’s quick to wipe at his tears and clear his throat, “I’m glad that you have Jaebum.”
A warm solid body is felt behind Mark who looks up to find Jaebum there before he sees Jaebum reach his hand out toward Neil. Neil looks at it with wide eyes as Jaebum smiles,
“I won’t lie and say I don’t want to punch you still but I will say that I’m willing to end it with a handshake before parting ways.”
Neil’s eyes light up at that as he takes Jaebum’s hand and they give one another a firm handshake,
“Now you better treat Mark right or I will be there to beat your ass like you beat mine.”
Jaebum grins at Neil’s words,
“I wouldn’t dream of hurting Mark.”
“I know,” Neil smiles back as his words are sincere.
Sirens are heard and it draws their attention toward an ambulance trying to get in. Vector is already out there directing officers to move their vehicles and make way as Vivian’s car comes through first with the ambulance right behind. Vivian gets out and rushes to the passenger side as the door is already opening and a woman is trying to get out. Mark’s breath hitches as he already knows who it is and takes off.
“Mom!” he cries out and she reacts to his voice.
Her eyes lit up seeing her baby boy and she’s trying to move to meet him halfway before being engulfed into his arms.
“My boy!” She cries in tears of happiness as she hugs him back tightly and presses kisses where she can reach.
Mark matches her happiness with his own as they pull back and she wipes at his falling tears. Mark is trying to contain his emotions but it’s futile as he’s so relieved and happy to see his mother until he looks to find his father isn’t around.
“Mom, where’s dad?” he begins to question as worry takes over.
But before she can get out a word, Mark’s eyes land on the ambulance as the doors are opened and they’re unloading the stretcher with someone on it.
“Dad?” Mark calls out as he tries to go over to him but Jaebum and Vivian are there to stop him.
“Just breathe honey, he’s going to be fine,” Vivian says as she can tell Mark is getting worked up as Jaebum holds him in his arms.
“You gotta stay calm for the twins, baby,” Jaebum gently says as Mark clings and eyes watch as his father is taken inside.
“But dad…”
Mark feels a hand touch him and sees his mother trying to provide comfort, “He told me he refused to die before seeing that you were alright so you best believe he’s gonna make it through this just so he can.”
Tears gather in Mark’s eyes as he bites his bottom lip to try and keep his emotions at bay. As nurses come out and want to take Mark back inside to check on him and the babies. As he’s being led back into the hospital with Jaebum right by his side and Vivian helping his mother to get looked at as well. To his close friends that remain close by and to Vector taking over to make sure everything is handled as things are still a bit chaotic. Despite the worry. Despite the anxiety and what took place today. Mark still feels the love and warmth around him. Still feels Jaebum right there. And he clings to that. Latches on and leans into Jaebum to help him through whatever else may come today...tomorrow...or after…
Wang Yibo was released hours after the incident with not only his name cleared but being called a hero for stopping an attempt of kidnapping as well as helping to save the victim’s life. He’s even called strong and kind for working with the police in trying to get the actual stalker to come out when it could’ve cost his own career or life. Bethany was taken to the station where she was eventually charged with time in jail. The much larger charges against her were dropped as Mark didn’t want to press charges and just wanted her to seek help in which she agreed to be put into rehab for the remainder of her sentenced charges. Neil was cleared of all charges and after putting himself back into rehab and therapy, he later ended up moving to America to completely start over and have a new life. Kai’s older brother was charged with distributing drugs and supplying to his younger brother and minors as well as the illegal weapons and unlawful obtaining of C4 that Kai ended up making a bomb vest out of. Kai himself was pronounced dead at the scene and Jaebum’s gunshot that killed him instantly was justified out of protection.
Days go by and it’s slowly becoming easier. The news is dying down as more events with other people take over and honestly Mark is glad cause he doesn’t have to hear about it anymore. No one mentions his name which is good and he’s more than glad that he didn’t see it happen as Jaebum had covered his head against his chest when he had fired the gun. Mark worried Jaebum would have nightmares but Jaebum is actually handling it quite well and Mark thinks it's because it’s actually over now. That he saw and ended it himself so he doesn’t have to worry about the stalker trying to take Mark from him anymore. That he was able to protect him and keep him safe. And as they would get back to their college classes and finish up college before graduating, they’ll be well on their way to the life they’ll be living together. One day at a time. With little feet running around before they knew it.
A kiss is placed on his cheek and Mark’s smile comes forth as he snuggles closer in Jaebum’s lap. Mark’s mother sits on the other side of the hospital bed as she watches the scene fondly of the two sharing one chair while they all wait for Mr. Tuan to wake up. He’s been recovering for some days now but the doctor is hopeful he’ll wake up soon. And like clockwork, Mark has refused to leave the hospital until his father wakes up and Jaebum doesn’t fight him on this. Instead, he remains with Mark, only making Mark leave to get something to eat or to get some fresh air and a change of clothes and such. Jaebum’s parents make sure to stop by when they can as well as their friends. But they all know how Mark is with his loved ones and knows he’ll go all L.A. gangster if he has to. He already did on one nurse who tried to tell him visiting hours were over. That nurse got removed to another floor not even five minutes later.
“You think when he wakes up we should tell him right away about the twins or wait?” Jaebum asks as his hand runs soothingly over Mark’s stomach.
Mark leans into Jaebum more as he giggles. Ever since Jaebum found out Mark was pregnant this man would constantly have his hands on him. More so than he already does and always going to his stomach as he loved to talk about the twins. And Mark’s not even that far along yet. He can’t imagine how Jaebum’s gonna get when he gets an actual baby bump going.
“I think you’ll explode if you wait,” Mark says as he presses a kiss to Jaebum’s jawline.
“Hmm, I think you’re right. I already want to tell the world.”
“Just like how you told that one news reporter that they’re not Yibo’s kids?”
Jaebum presses more kisses to the side of Mark’s face as he tries to distract him, “I don’t know what you’re talking about. I was just simply stating out loud that fact when she happened to be standing there.”
Mark giggles away as warmth and happiness spreads, “Bummie you looked right at her as you pointed to yourself while holding onto me.”
A kiss is placed against Mark’s lips this time, “You sure you didn’t dream this?”
Mark’s eyes shine lovingly as he stares at his mate, “You need another do over don’t you?”
“No! I just can’t help but love you and the twins ok! You’re mine and the twins are my children, no one else’s. I’ll fight anyone who says or tries otherwise,” Jaebum lets out as he wraps his arms around Mark possessively.
“You know your father was very protective over me when he found out I was pregnant with you, Mark. He wouldn’t even let the mailman come up to the door,” Mrs. Tuan smiles, “And when he found out you were gonna be a male omega, he was ready to take down anyone that would try and bring harm toward you.”
“Taught me how to fight and defend myself. Bought a gun just so he could threaten anyone I brought over,” Mark starts to list off things, “Took me everywhere with him and held my hand no matter what.”
“You definitely got his temper too and I remember when your first word was dada and your second word was fuck.”
Laughter filled the room at that one.
“Is that where your L.A. gangster comes from? Your Dad?” Jaebum asks and Mark nods.
“It’s not just angry, he gets really determined and commits when he gets into that mood like nothing can stop him,” Mrs. Tuan says and Jaebum agrees.
“He’s a very fierce and passionate person,” Jaebum grins before kissing Mark’s cheek to see him smile more, “But I am curious. Mark told me he tried to take on an entire school once but refused to tell me why.”
Mark gasps and hits Jaebum’s shoulder, “You can’t do that!”
Mrs. Tuan is all smiles though, “That’s because someone started a bad rumor about his father and Mark nipped it in the butt right then and there as he got on top of the cafeteria table and demanded whoever started the rumor to stand up and say it to his face. Declared that he’d fight every last one of them if they ever so much as say one more bad thing about his father and sure enough, no one dared to go against Mark as they’ve always seen him as a sweet, shy and quiet person. So you can guess how shocked they were to see him like that. And when we got the call from the principal, his father was racing up there to cuss out the principal for trying to discipline him over it.”
“I believe I took you out to get ice cream afterwards,” a voice says.
Everyone instantly looks to the center of the room to the bed as eyes are open and a warm smile is shown toward Mark. Mark can’t stop the happy tears as Jaebum lets him get up and they watch Mark go to his father’s side to hug him. His father chuckles and it makes Mark cry harder as he clings tighter,
“It’s good to see you’re still my same boy even after you left america,” he gets out as he lifts his hands to cup Mark’s face so he can get a good look at him.
“I’m stuck between wanting to be mad because you knew better than to come here like you did but I’m also really happy cause you still care about me.”
“Like I would stop. Yeah, I got pissed off that you started that damn account but I was more pissed off at myself because I couldn’t provide and was worrying you and your Ma. But believe me when I say, I’m not going anywhere yet. I still have to be here to watch you grow so don’t think for one second you can keep things from me just because you’re across the world. Or you bet your ass I’ll come like I did...I’ll always be there so tell me next time, son. Don’t hold back.”
Mark nods through his tears before his father begins to beam, “Now if I’m not mistaken, I think I heard Lim Jaebeom needs the talking from me.”
“Talking?” Jaebum perks up confused.
“Yes. A proper talk between a father to son in law for getting my beautiful boy pregnant! You two are still in college. How are you going to properly take care of my son and my grand baby?! Have you been looking for a good job?! What about a home?! And what they’ll need and-”
Mark can’t help but giggle as Jaebum’s expression is scared as Mr. Tuan lays into him and Mrs. Tuan is enjoying herself watching Jaebum bowing and listening intently. Mark comes to the rescue though as he takes his father’s hand in mid rant and places it on his stomach and calmly says,
“Twins, dad. I’m having twins.”
Mr. Tuan stops before eyes are wide and looking at Mark.
“Twins?” he asks like he might’ve misheard.
Mark nods and his smile grows as he sees the sparkle in his father’s eyes, “Twins.”
Mr. Tuan starts to get emotional before he’s pulling Mark back into a hug,
“Oh it’s good to be alive.”
Mark thinks the same thing as he hugs his father back.
It was a damn good feeling…
And to think this all happened cause of Bam’s idea to do a kissing video.
What possibly could've happen right?