Doyun walked into work, separating from Changmin. “Remember to send in the group schedules before the funerals start.” He reminded him before they broke off. Changmin signed him ‘ok’ as the elevator doors closed on him. 

Doyun was getting ready to walk to his desk when the security guard stopped him. “Mr. Kim.” He called. Stopping, Doyun answered, “Yes?” 

“Can we talk over there?” The guard pointed to the hallway. Doyun followed, wondering what the man wanted to talk about. 

When they stood in the quiet hallway, the guard started speaking once more, “Mr. Kim, you do know that the lobby and workers' area have the most cameras, right?” 

“Yeah?” His response came out more as a question because he was confused about why the guard was telling him this. 

The guard scratched his head, trying to find the right words, “Because they have the most cameras, things can get caught on them. A lot of things.” 

Doyun was still confused until the guard spoke his next words. 

“The desks and lounge.” 

Doyun’s eyes widen in horror when it finally hits him what the guard is trying to tell him. “You, uh, didn’t save those videos, right?” 

“I cannot delete any of the videos unless told otherwise. But fortunately, only Hunter Im and Hunter Choi have access to the cameras.” Since the Guild is owned and founded by the husbands, they have control over the cameras. So they are the only ones (besides the security guards over the cameras) allowed to review old videos and delete them. If anyone else wanted to review the cameras, they would need their permission. 

“Right. Uh, you didn’t watch them, did you?” There are only two security guards over the cameras. There is one for the morning and afternoon shift, while the other one takes the evening and overnight. Both incidents had happened overnight, so this guard had seen it twice. Doyun didn’t know how to feel about someone else seeing those moments; it honestly felt uncomfortable. 

The guard shook his head, “I’ve noticed, but I did not watch. I only wanted to let you know. It is not the first time that anyone here has slept with someone in this building, but I want to let people know that if you want to do that, please go to places that are blind spots or have no cameras.” Having worked security jobs like this for years, the guard has seen a lot and wasn’t fazed, but it was still something to let the one know that they were caught on camera. 

Even though the guard was calmly and good-naturedly reminding him, Doyun still felt awkward. “Okay…” He didn’t know what else to say. He couldn’t convince him to delete them, and he was a little reassured that the husbands have control over the cameras, so he doesn’t have to worry about any videos spreading. 

“That is all I need to say. Please be careful next time.” The guard left after leaving behind his words. Doyun watched him leave, scratching his head. So, no sleeping in the guild, got that. 

Doyun shook his head, trying to shake away the conversation and the awkwardness of it all. He pushed it to the back of his mind and walked to his desk. Once he sat down, he locked away the conversation and focused on work. 

· · ─ ·✶· ─ · ·

A long white hallway stretched out. It was empty, containing white walls that had no doors or anything else on them. It wasn’t bright as the lights lay dim in the area, while nothing could be heard except the sounds of heels echoing with each step. The sounds carried to the end of the hall, stopping and standing at the bare wall. 

A hand lands on a certain spot, not seen, on the wall, causing it to light up. The once bare wall became transparent, showing a bare room with only a bed, sink, and toilet. On the floor, next to a bed, sat a young boy, no older than fourteen, sitting down. The boy was sitting with his legs crossed and arms resting on them; his eyes stayed closed. It seemed like he was meditating. It wouldn’t have looked too bad if it weren’t for the chain on the boy’s foot, connected to the bed, his unkempt hair, his rags for clothes, and the many scars lingering on his skin. 

The person on the outside pushed a button, causing a control pad to appear. They hit the speaker button, “My little snake, are you hungry?” 

The boy slowly opened his eyes, staring at the one who called him. The boy had yellowish eyes with black slitted pupils. He opened his mouth, showing two sharp fangs on the top, “Hun…gry.” He slowly spoke as his forked tongue slipped out. The boy changed position and crawled towards the large mirror-like wall. Once he touched the wall, something switched within him. He started banging on it, still crouching while repeating the same word. 

“Hun..gry.” 

“Hun..gry.” 

“Hun…gry!” 

“HUN…GRY!” 

The person sinisterly smiled, their eyes holding a doting look. They touch the transparent wall, their hand landing on where the boy’s face was. Softly touching the transparent wall, caressing it like a parent, “Soon, I will take you out to eat.” 

It was a promise. 

· · ─ ·✶· ─ · ·

The day went smoothly, and after Changmin sent in the list, the funerals began two hours later. Doyun had the hunters send him pictures. He didn’t want to use them to post because that would do the opposite of what he wanted, but he needed the pictures to ensure that the hunters attended. He knew the hunters did not want to attend any of the funerals, but it was needed to show the public their ‘compassion.’ 

“How is it going?” Youngsoo asked. 

“It is fine. The hunters are listening so far.” Doyun responded. 

“That’s good. Oh, did you finally answer to Comfi Stride?” 

“Yeah, I decided to agree to the photoshoot. We can use it as something else to distract the public. I decided to also go with Hunter Hwa to the photoshoot; I need to make sure they don’t do anything to trigger him.” Doyun may accept photoshoots, but he does not go to any of them with the hunters. But Hunter Hwa is different. One wrong move can trigger Hunter Hwa to go berserk. That is why they barely let the hunter have any photoshoots. 

Luckily enough, since the hunter has good feelings for Doyun, he slightly listens to him. 

“Okay. You should take a few hunters with you just in case.” Youngsoo recommended. 

“And what can they do?” Doyun sighed. “You know he only listens to Hunter Im and Hunter Choi. I cannot bring them. At least he slightly listens to me, so I can try and ensure everything goes smoothly.” And if he could bring the husbands with him, he would end up getting distracted himself. It was better to keep work and pleasure separated. 

Youngsoo laughed, “I meant for protection if something does happen.” 

“I will see.” Doyun waved off. The photoshoot is in two weeks, so he still has time to decide. The conversation ended there. 

As time passed by, Doyun went to the lounge to make coffee. His stomach growled, but he ignored it since he wasn’t in the mood to eat. At least the coffee curbed his hunger. As he leaned on the counter, drinking his coffee, Jin-Sang walked in. Doyun glanced twice, wondering if he was seeing things. When he noticed it really was Jin-Sang, Doyun straightened and glanced around, “There are still people here.” The room was empty, but the office still had workers inside. 

Jin-Sang, glasses-free, raised his eyebrow with a slight, amused expression, “Expecting something?” 

Doyun blushed, “I didn’t mean like that.” He quickly responded, almost becoming tongue-tied. 

Jin-Sang stopped in front of him, “Put out your hand.” Doyun quickly followed his instruction without a thought. A USB was dropped into his palm. 

“What is this?” Doyun asked, wrapping his hand around the USB while moving it left and right like he could see the contents inside. 

“Videos,” Jin-Sang answered. 

A question mark appeared over Doyun’s head until he realized what Jin-Sang meant. He became flustered, “D-Did the guard talk to you?” 

“Hmm.” Jin-Sang nodded. “We forgot about the cameras here. I deleted the videos but saved them on the USB. It is for you.” 

“Thank you.” 

Then, Jin-Sang leaned forward, causing Doyun to stiffen as he started thinking about what if someone walked in. But the thought sent a slight thrill within him. Jin-Sang stopped by his ear and whispered, “Watching the way you take my husband and me never fails to turn me on, Lil’Vine. I wonder how you would react when you watch the videos. Would you touch yourself, reminiscing how we devoured you, or will you turn completely red with embarrassment from seeing how lustful your body truly is?” After speaking his words, Jin-Sang moved and nonchalantly walked away, acting like he didn’t speak dirty words into Doyun’s ear. 

Doyun’s face was completely red as he slowly let out the breath he held in. He touched his ear with the hand holding the USB, feeling how hot it was. He closed his eyes, thinking about the parting words Jin-Sang left behind. Biting his lip, it took everything in Doyun not to shiver. 

I want it. I really want it. 

He was shamelessly falling into desire.