Note: Takes place somewhere after Chapter 4.

Update: Added some parts based on the Christmas DLC.

'Welcome to the ABC talk show. I am your host, Kang Ho Dong. As you may already knew from last week's teaser, we have a very special guest to join us for the night. He no other from the current top-rated popular drama in Korea's history. Without further ado, lets welcome, rising star, Zen!' The camera view switches to the other side of the stage. The crowd cheered as Zen stride onto the stage and took his seat next to the host after they shook hands.

'Thanks for having to your talk show, Mr. Kang. You have no idea how much I love watching your talk shows' 'That's a pleasure to hear. Thanks for taking some time off to attend my show despite your busy schedule, Zen.' They talked about the drama production and of Zen's role in it. Due to popular demand, largely thanks to Zen's acting capabilities, the drama was extended. Zen couldn't help stop smiling when the host compliments his acting skills, something he had yearned and worked hard on to achieve it today.

As the interview proceeds, the topic slowly changed to be more focused on his personal life. 'Before we end the show, I collected some questions from the audience and they are very touchy subject on your personal stuff. If I may have your consent...' Zen is getting nervous from the sound of it but he had to maintain his professionalism. 'Ask away.'

'The audience would like to know what is your relationship with Echo Girl? I believe you have put the scandal behind already since you're both now working together on the set. There are also reports saying you're both seeing each other. Is that true?'

'It's nothing like that. Kyung-ju... I mean, Echo Girl is like a sister to me. The picture circulating in the media had been cropped to fit the tabloid's agenda. That day we were out celebrating for achieving the highest viewership. Echo Girl got so drunk that her manager couldn't handle her alone. So as a gentleman, I helped out. Oh, Mr Director, please cut out the part I mentioned her real name. She don't like to be called using her real name.'

'You do realize that this is a live telecast right, Zen?'

'Oh... Sorry.' He stick his tongue out apologetically. The host leans forward, his body language serious. 'So tell us, Zen. Are you really not seeing anyone?'

It's a topic Zen would like to avoid but seeing his rising popularity, it was only natural for people, fans or not, to be curious about his love life. He scratches the back of his head. 'Well?' The host's inquiry interrupts his train of thoughts. The entire studio is quiet as the audience anticipates his answer.

'Uhm... Yes, I am seeing someone...' His face hinted some pink blush when his mind thought of that single person.

The audience gasps and screamed at this revelation as the crews and the host have a hard time to contain them. When the atmosphere finally calmed, the host went back to his seat. 'Wow, that was such an overwhelming response. Who is that lucky person?' 'That's a secret but I do owe my fans and the public some explanation. As you know, I promised to be transparent about my personal life so that scandals like the one with Echo Girl would not happen again. And that promise still stand but now is not the time yet...'

Zen was glad that they are running out of air time and the interview was wrapped before the host could ask anymore of his personal stuff any further. On his way out, he was bombarded by hordes of reporters.

Jumin and Jaehee had been watching the entire telecast in the C & R office building.

'I can't believe Zen just revealed about his relationship.' Jaehee exclaimed. The entire RFA members already knew about their relationship but it was kept under the wraps by Zen's request.

However, Jumin is bemused. He sulked 'I can't believe he got to reveal it first before me...'

'But he didn't mention you though...'

'It still counts as a violation of our agreement.'

Poor Jaehee could only sigh as she anticipates more work to handle this situation from then on.

They had been busy with their respective careers for the past month. But as busy as they may, they'd still find some time to talk over the phone every night and enter the RFA chatroom from time to time.

This time it was Zen's turn to call.

Jumin: Han Jumin speaking.

Zen: Hey you trust fund jerk!

Jumin: As much as I'm happy to hear your sweet voice, I don't appreciate to be called that way, Hyun.

Zen: Fine. Jumin.

Jumin: That sounds better, though I would prefer it if you can call me 'babe'.

Zen could feel something creeps up his back hearing that from Jumin.

Zen: Never! Well... *slow mumbling*Not until we're married anyways...

Jumin: I'm sorry. I couldn't catch what you said in the last sentence.

Zen: Never mind. Thanks for sending the escorts and bodyguards though. I appreciate that thought but why is it always have to be the same scary bunch? Do you want to scare away my neighbors too?

Jumin: I only wants the best for you, Hyun.

This time Zen knew he's blushing terribly hard and was glad no one is seeing him in that state.

Jumin: Anyways, don't forget about Saeyoung's Christmas eve party tomorrow.

Zen: Of course not. We finally get to see each other again after so long.

Jumin: Ya. :3

Zen: Don't 'ya'. It doesn't even suit you.

Jumin: I thought you like changes. I miss you, Hyun.

Zen: I miss you too, Jumin.

Jumin: It's getting really late. I don't want to interrupt your beauty sleep. Good night, Hyun.

Jumin ended the call before he could answer. Zen wouldn't mind if they have talked longer. Yes, he missed that trust fund jerk. They are both thankful to Saeyoung for organizing the party so that they could finally see each other again.

The RFA members (Jaehee, MC, Yoosung, Saeran and Zen) gathered in front of Saeyoung's home, baffled by his security door again.

Security door: What is the answer of 6 times 6 in Arabic?

Yoosung: What? This again?

MC: Saeran, you should know the answer right?

Saeran: I may be his twins, but that doesn't mean we share telepathic minds.

Zen: *sigh* Jumin's late.

Jaehee: Not to worry. He said he'll come.

Yoosung: *begins banging the door* Saeyoung, open the damn door! It's freezing out here!

Security door: Please do not bang or I will self-destruct in defense.

Yoosung quickly cowers back.

Jumin: What's with all this commotion? Oh hi, Hyun. Hi everyone.

Zen: *crosses his arms and annoyed* Why are you late?

Jumin: I went to pick up some flowers on the way here. *hands over the bouquet of iris* Do you like it?

Zen held on the flower to cover his blushing face and nodded.

Saeyoung finally answer the door after some time. 'Hi, everyone. Sorry to kept you waiting. I was preparing some stuff so I didn't hear the door ringing. Come in, come in.' Saeyoung's place was nicely clean up and decorated with Christmas themes and decorations. In the middle of the living room, there was a long table with wide arrange of food and beverages. As they make their way in, the rest of the RFA members suddenly turns around and face the lovebirds with sly smiles. Zen felt uneasy. He turns towards Jumin who was staring up the ceiling. They were standing right under a mistletoe. Zen could swear he heard the girls chanting for them to kiss. Jumin returns his gaze and pulled him in an embrace around his waist, squishing the bouquet of iris between their body. 'Well, I guess we've got no choice then.' 'Wha- Wait, Ju-' Lifting his chin with one hand, Jumin connects his lips with Zen's causing the younger male to muffle the rest of his protest. It wasn't long until Zen finally gave in and they engaged in a lip-locking battle of French kiss as Zen wrap his arm around Jumin's neck, holding him closer. When the kiss ended, they were gasping for air and their visions hazy. 'I've been wanting to do this at the entrance just when no one was looking but having an audience really changes the experience.' Zen quickly pushes him away, dropping the squashed flowers in the process. 'You jerk...' 'That was a revenge for revealing our relationship in the media when you're the one who wants to keep it a secret.'

They spend the rest of the party time eating, drinking, singing caroling songs and played some games. It has been some time since they had this get-together other than the RFA party. Today is they day they get to fully enjoy themselves without needing to entertain any guests. They were somewhat glad that Saeyoung didn't just serve them with only Honey Buddha Chips and Phd Pepper.

They were finally alone together when they were on the way back home after the party, taking Jumin's limousine and drop Zen to his home on the way. Zen is clearly drunk but still sober as he asks for more beers. Jumin ignored his requests anyways. Unlike Zen, Jumin could handle his alcohol well.

When Zen looks out the window, he noticed that it's snowing outside. It hardly snow in the city but for a countryside area where Saeyoung lives, it snows heavily. Then they come across a park with Christmas light decorations. Zen requests Driver Kim to pull over. 'Let's go for a little detour.' He drags a reluctant Jumin by the arm from the car towards the park filled with couples. Christmas is also a romantic holiday in South Korea.

'Isn't this place wonderful?' Jumin couldn't object but smiled seeing Zen all excited on the lighting decorations and enjoy kicking around in the fresh pile of snow.

There was a sudden gust of wind with heavy snowfall that envelops both of them. In Jumin's point of view, Zen looked almost like he disappeared into the short snowstorm as he was wearing almost all white with his white appearance. This triggered Jumin's anxiety as he quickly grab Zen into a tight embrace. 'Jumin?' Jumin's voice was shaking as he tighten his grip around Zen. 'Don't disappear on me, please...' Zen understood the situation. He pulled away slightly so he could cup Jumin's face with both his hands to face each other. Zen could clearly see it. A petrified face of losing people close to him. It wasn't often Jumin showed this vulnerable side to anyone. Circling his thumb on Jumin's cheek in a soothing manner, Zen reassured him. 'I'm right here, Jumin. I'm not going anywhere...' He says it repetitively before planting a kiss on Jumin's lips.

They stayed in the solitary embrace position for some time before Zen break the silence. 'Do you want to stay over at my place? We could you know... Netflix and chill?'

Jumin is confused. 'Is that a phrase for movie marathon?'

Zen burst into a laughter despite trying to hold it in initially. 'Yes. You can say it's something like that. Merry Christmas, Jumin... I know you only think that Christmas is just another holiday and marketing gimmicks which have lost its original meaning-'

Jumin interrupts him, placing his index finger on Zen's lips. 'But thanks to you, Christmas has become something special to me again. Merry Christmas, Hyun.' Tears flowing from Zen's eyes as he felt touched by Jumin's words and that he finally get to realize his big Christmas fantasy of spending time with his beloved. Jumin adds on 'I may not believe in Santa anymore, this Christmas he gave me a crybaby.'

Back at Zen's apartment, they snuggled under a large blanket with pillows around them. Hands holding a cup of hot cocoa each. However 10 minutes into the movie, they both had fallen asleep on the piles of pillows.

There are no better way to spend a Christmas holiday other than enjoying the company of the people you love.

End note: Sorry for the slow update!

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Merry Christmas~