Note:

This chapter will be divided into 3 parts.

Part 1 - As newlyweds

Part 2 - As new parents

Part 3 - When Ryung is 7 years old.

Based on:-

- Mainly the Christmas DLC :p

- Zen's spaceship rambling: I want to wear matching scarves. I can be the best date in the world.

- Jumin's spaceship rambling: Would I have to dress up as Santa Claus once I get married and become a father?

Please also note that in South Korea, there's only one public holiday on December 25 so it's still a normal school day the day before and after Christmas. They also have winter break which usually starts around mid-December to end-January but the dates differ from school to school.

Time frame set around after Chapter 5, Cinderella. Mainly told through Ryung's POV.

-Ryung's POV-

My name is Han Jyu-Ryung. Everyone calls me Ryung for short. I'm seven years old. My mother is Ryu Hyun, better known as Zen by everyone outside the family. He's a famous superstar. My father is Han Jumin, the current acting Chairman for C&R Corporation. Daddy is taking over the company's helm from grandpapa. Mommy said grandpapa got very sick suddenly one day so Daddy has to take over grandpapa's work for the time being. Daddy has been coming home late ever since then but he never missed any of our important dates.

Daddy has been on a business trip very frequently lately too. He could be gone from several days up to a week but me and Mommy don't really mind it at all. They fight a lot but they would reconcile there and then but this time Mommy is really in a bad mood.

-General POV-

'Jumin, do you really have to go for this trip no matter what?' Zen asks as he watches Jumin getting ready with his suitcase.

'Hyun, we've talked about this. Besides, I'll be back before Christmas. I'm only being away for three days this time,' Jumin places the last article and click his bag closed.

'But my dreams...' Zen voice trailed but Jumin tries to reassure him 'Remember there's a few dreams that never came true? The dreams you had when you were pregnant with Ryung or you were just over worried bout certain things? Maybe this time it's the same?'

-Ryung's POV-

Daddy says Mommy's dreams are prophetic. They do come true all the time except for some that were just pure nightmares. Last night, Mommy had a dream of the plane Daddy will be on vanished into thin air. Oh yea, Mommy is pregnant. Daddy says I'll be a big brother soon.

I was finishing up the last bit of my schoolwork when Mommy came knocking at my door.

'Ryung, if you've done your homework, would you like to accompany Daddy to the airport?' Zen asks.

I nodded vehemently. There's no way I would miss this chance. The airport is really a cool place to see the planes and people.

'Then go get ready. We'll be leaving soon.'

'Yes, Mommy.'

'Do you want some snacks along the way?'

I shook my head and went to get ready as told.

It was quiet along the journey but Daddy is holding Mommy's hand and Mommy didn't pull away so I guess they are alright. I hummed some nursery songs I learned in school to disperse the tension as they listen silently. As soon as we arrived at the airport, I made a quick dash across the hallway. There's a room specially reserved for us that has the best view to see the planes and the runway. I could hear Mommy shouting from a distance but I ignored it. I got an earful of lecture later on.

'Ryung, if you don't behave, I won't bring you here anymore.' Zen said angrily.

'I'm sorry, Mommy. I was just excited to see the planes.' Ryung apologize immediately.

'There's no excuse for bad behavior.' Zen continues to reprimand him but Jumin interjects.

'He already apologized so stop scolding him, Hyun. Ryung, come here. I need to talk to you.' Jumin beckons his son to his side.

Zen rolled his eyes. 'I swear to god. You really spoil him too much, Jumin.'

I sheepishly move away while avoiding Mommy's angry glare. No one dared to talk back or chastise us except Mommy. Sometimes, Daddy does get some lecture too. Daddy pulled me to sit on his lap and asks 'Ryung, did you remember the promise we made the last time we were here?' I nodded 'uh-huh. It's to take care of Mommy while you're away, right?' Daddy smiled and ruffled my head. 'Smart boy. I'd like you to do the same thing again.' 'You got it, Dad!' Zen comments 'Please stop saying such ominous things…'

-General POV-

An airport staff came to announce that it's time for boarding. They walk to the door and Jumin turn towards Zen 'Hyun, can I ask you to do a favor?' 'As long as it's nothing ridiculous then I may consider it.' 'Father has just wake up from his coma. Please take Ryung to visit him at the hospital together whenever you're free. It'll definitely help him get better soon.' 'You don't have to ask. I was planning to bring him there tomorrow after his class. Is there anything else?' 'Can I get a good bye kiss?' 'No.' Jumin was shocked that Zen immediately rejected him with a straight face. Zen continues 'But if you come back alive and in one piece then you'll get your kisses.' 'Then I'll have to make sure I do that, don't I? But this one's from me.' He gave a quick kiss on Zen's cheek, leaving him a little red faced when he left. Zen whispered under his breath 'Make sure you come home safe, you jerk.'

3 hours later, Zen received a message from Jumin.

Jumin: I've arrived in Sapporo.

Zen: Glad to hear it. Please don't forget your meal.

Jumin: I won't. :3

-Ryung's POV-

I noticed Mommy has been behaving strangely ever since we got back from the airport. He hardly touches his dinner and spent most of his time in the practice room. That night he even forgot to tuck me in bed so I took my favorite plush toy, Mr. Dino, and my blanket and went over to my parent's room.

-General POV-

A sudden knock on the door broke Zen's concentration when he tries to recite his lines. 'Come in.' Zen was surprised to see Ryung walking into the room with his blanket and favorite plush toy. He looks at the time. Shit, I forgot bout the time for our routine. 'Ryung, I'm so sorry.' Ryung shook his head. 'Its fine, Mommy. You're missing Daddy, right? Can I sleep here to accompany you?' Zen was even more surprised at his young son's question and offer. Was it really that obvious? Or is it that young children are very perceptive to emotions? Zen gestured Ryung to lie next to him, offering Jumin's side of the bed. The young lass climbs onto the bed as Zen tuck him under the cover.

Ryung offers his plush toy 'You can hug Mr. Dino to sleep.'

'Its ok, sweetie. I have you by my side so I think I can sleep well tonight.'

'Can you sing me a lullaby?'

'Which song would you like to hear?'

'Any song would do cuz Mommy has the best voice of them all.'

Zen could almost feel his heart explode from that compliment. He pinches his son's nose 'You're such a sweet talker like your father. Well then, I'll sing the one I used to sing to your father to sleep many years ago.'

Ryung felt enlightened by the new revelation 'Daddy needed some lullaby to sleep too?'

'Uhm, more or less. Now try to sleep while I sing.'

Good night my baby~

The birds and baby lamb are sleeping~

On your front yard~

The moon is singing you to sleep~

Good night my baby~

Ryung fell asleep in the middle of the song. Zen then places a kiss on his forehead. 'Good night, my sweet child.'

Zen pickup Ryung from school that late afternoon and head straight to the hospital. He set his phone to silent mode as soon as they reach the hospital ground and was guided to the suite room where Chairman Han was recuperating.

Ryung squealed when they entered the room. 'Grandpapa!'

The elderly man musters his strength to sit up and greet the young. 'Oh hello there, Ryung. And you're here too, Hyun.'

Zen takes a sit on the chair next to the bed as he greets his father-in-law. 'Yes, it's been awhile, Father. How are you feeling?'

Chairman Han let out a hearty laugh. 'Never been better since I get to rest as much as I like now.'

Zen lets out a breath of relief. 'That's good to hear.'

Chairman Han noticed Zen's bulging womb when he rubs his aching back. 'So it's true. Jumin told me you're expecting.'

Zen says 'Yeah. Jumin wanted it so Ryung could have a sibling like I did. Its due end of next month.'

Chairman Han turns to Ryung and asks 'Ryung, do you think you'll be having a little sister or a little brother?'

Ryung quickly answers without hesitation 'A little sister!'

Chairman Han turns back to Zen 'So which is it?'

Zen feeling slightly embarrassed but he is smiling at the thought and says 'We decided to keep it a surprise like we had with Ryung so…'

Chairman Han sighed 'I've been thinking a lot with all this sudden ample time I had after waking up in this hospital… As you can see, none of my wives and girlfriends, past and present, came to visit me. Only my very own family whom I rarely spoke to, you, Jumin and Ryung came. I'm sorry for being so hard on you both.'

Zen mumbled softly 'Father…'

Chairman Han confesses 'I must admit that I did get jealous and envy that you both still managed to stay together far longer than any of my own relationships. The lovers in my life… I showered them with expensive gifts and attentions but they still left me when the spark is gone. I should have spent more time with Jumin when I had the chances…'

Zen rebuked 'No, Father. You sorta raised him well. We supported each other and talk about our problems rather than keeping it to ourselves or hiding them. It's much worst to let the problems solve by themselves too. Whatever misunderstanding we had between us, we clarify them immediately. He just made sure that we don't go to bed angry or sad at each other and been really stubborn at that.'

Ryung chirps in 'Daddy likes to read me bed time stories too!'

Chairman Han expression turns into a soft smile as he lies back onto the propped up bed. 'Ah, the bed time stories… He must have learned from the mistake that I did for making empty promises. Jumin, my son, is lucky to have you. Please continue to support him and stay by his side.'

Zen reassures him. 'That goes without saying, Father. I'm lucky to have him too.'

Ryung rummages through his bag and took out a folded greeting card which he hands it to his grandfather. 'I made this in Art Class today when Mommy said we'll visit you this morning. I hope you like it. Please get well soon, grandpapa!'

Chairman Han takes it and wiped away a shedding tear with his sleeve as he read the card. 'I can't remember when was the last time I've received a sincere and honest gift such as this. I will definitely be better for the sake of my grandson.'

They quietly left the hospital when Chairman Han fell asleep after taking his medication.

Back at home, Ryung immediately prepares to attend his extra classes that Jumin has prepared for him. Ever since they learned that Ryung is a child-prodigy and could learn things beyond the capabilities of his average peer when he was only three, Jumin had sought out the best tutors of every field and even almost sign him up for the express school.

-Flashback-

Zen was shocked when Jumin laid out the schedule. 'Jumin, this is insane. How could a young child keep up with this crazy schedule?'

Jumin bows apologetically 'I'm sorry, Hyun. I know I'm crossing some boundaries here. That's why I needed to discuss this with you...'

Zen sighs 'It's a good thing you ask me first. I know you're only doing it for our son's best interest in mind. But I think I would prefer to let Ryung learn things at his own pace and then we can slowly add on based on his interest. He needs to make friends of his age too. What do you think, Jumin?'

Jumin took his words into some thoughts 'You have a point there, Hyun. Maybe he'll make a friend and precious childhood memories like I had with Jihyun...'

Zen adds on 'And no classes on public holidays, Sundays and after 9pm. Kids need some play time too. We promised to let Ryung have a better childhood, remember?'

Jumin folds back the schedule and toss it aside. 'Yeah, I remember. I think we'll go with your suggestion.'

-End Flashback-

A shuffling shadow moving across his room rouse Ryung from his slumber. He rubbed his sleepy eyes and yawned 'Santa? Is that you?' Ryung turns on the light by his bedside as the shadow approach him revealing a man in a red suit and white beard. 'Yes, boy. I came to bring you your gift since you've been a good again this year.' 'Thanks, Santa.' Ryung hesitated before he asks 'Santa, did you get my letter from a few days back?' Father Claus scratches his beard when he stops at the end of the bed 'No, I don't think I have. It must have been busy at the North Pole that we missed out certain things. What was it that you ask from me?' Ryung takes a deep breath 'I wish for Daddy to come home safe so Mommy don't have to worry again and we'll celebrate Christmas together like we used to...' Father Clause eyes widen in surprise. He ruffled the boy's hair and say 'Don't worry, my son. I'm- I mean, he'll definitely be back safe and sound.' 'Really?' 'Yup. First thing in the morning when you wake up.' Ryung jumps out from his bed and hug the figure. 'Thank you, Santa.' 'Now, go back to sleep. You'll meet him again soon.' Ryung crawls back into his bed and fell back to sleep as the towering figure watches over.

The Father Claus was in fact Han Jumin in disguise. He had been dressing up as the Christmas icon ever since his kid turned one year old, something he wanted to do to protect his child's innocence like his father once did. When he enters the bedroom he shared with Zen, he found his spouse sleeping soundly. He took off his fake beard before placing a kiss on the paler male's cheek. Red iris eyes fluttered open.

Jumin greets 'Hi, honey.'

Zen sat up and lie his back on the headboard, confusion in his face. 'Jumin?'

Before Jumin could answer, Zen pinched and pulled on his cheeks. 'Ouch, what was that for?'

'To make sure you are real and I wasn't dreaming. Welcome home, babe.' Zen face changes to a soft smile from an annoyed look as he open his arms.

Jumin pulls him into an embrace. 'I'm home, Hyun.'

'I thought your flight was supposed to be tomorrow?'

'The meeting ended early so I took the next available flight home.'

'Why didn't you let me know?'

'I did but you weren't answering my calls or even replying to my messages. I was so worried that you hated me or something and avoiding me on purpose.'

'Huh? Wait...' Zen releases himself from the hug, and takes a look at his phone. He continues 'Ah, I must have put it on silent mode and it ran out of battery. I forgot to charge it too.'

'Unbelievable! You had me so worried back then.'

'I was in the hospital visiting your father just as you want me to. And FYI, I was worried sick bout you too'

'Since I'm back safe and sound, fulfill your words, Hyun.' Grey eyes fixated on red ones.

'Huh?'

'Don't act like you forgot. I want my kisses.' Jumin demanded.

'Gosh, you're so child-' Zen was cut short when Jumin crashes his lips on his initiating short hungry kisses. They only pull apart when Zen complains of breathlessness in between.

'Hyun, did you know what Ryung wished for this Christmas?' Zen shook his head at the question. Jumin continues to explain as he rest his head on Zen's baby bump 'He wished for my safe return so you won't have to worry anymore and we can celebrate another Christmas together as always.'

Tears began to form around Zen's eyes as he wipes away a teardrop that managed to escape. 'That's our son alright and he's such a sweet talker like you too. Both of you really...'

Jumin moves back up and places a kiss on Zen's forehead. 'Ten years of marriage... And you never fail to cry every Christmas.'

Zen quickly responded 'I was touched alright. And please change out of that costume before you come to bed.'

'And then what?' Jumin asks provoctively.

Red hue rush across Zen's face. 'And then I'll give you the kisses I promised. One at a time.'

'Merry Christmas, Hyun. I love you.'

'Merry Christmas to you too, Jumin. I love you too.'

The atmosphere in the Han household had never been livelier when Ryung woke up to see his father by his bedside, first thing in the morning. Ryung was quick to jump out of his bed and hug Jumin. 'Daddy, you really came home safe.' 'Yeah, it's all thanks to you, buddy.' Ryung turn towards Zen who had just entered the room. 'Mommy, Daddy is home!' 'Yeah, it's the best Christmas ever to have all of you here.'

Jumin clears his throat. 'I have an announcement to make. In the light the the events we had in the past month, I'm taking a week off from work to spend more time with you both. I can't let Hyun be the only one making career sacrifices for the family.' Zen was shocked and asks 'What about your work?' Jumin explains 'It was Father's order. He called me last night to tell me he'll take over my work for the time being.' 'But he just recovered...' 'Hyun, let's just accept it as his good endeavor. You know we can't change his mind once he's set on it.' Zen nodded in understanding. Jumin suggests 'Let's go see him again tonight and have dinner together as a proper family.'

They embrace each other in a group hug with Ryung sandwiched between his parents when they each plant a kiss on each side of their son's cheek.

'Merry Christmas, Mommy, Daddy! I love you both.'

'Merry Christmas to you too, Ryung. We love you too.'

End note: Too much fluff? Have some cotton candy to add in some sugar ;D

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