Painter of the Night AU

@Painter Xiao Dejun With Dejun's permission, Joohyuk began to again. He went even harder, faster than before, filled with renewed vigour and passion for his Dejun. The air in the room was thick with the musk of their lovemaking and the sounds of their skin slapping against one another's. When he was finished for the second time, Joohyuk barely managed to avoid collapsing directly on top of Dejun. He rolled to the side at the last second, catching himself on his elbow and gathering Dejun against him before he lied all the way down. His manhood was wet with his release, but he simply swiped at it against the sheets before letting it rest between Dejun's thighs again.

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Any time that Dejun thought he was accustomed to Joohyuk's very peculiar bedroom tastes, his lover would do something else to surprise him. Dejun watched as Joohyuk swiped a drop of his release from his stomach, first with confusion, and then with increasing panic as he watched Joohyuk bring his finger to his mouth to taste. This was not the first time to see Joohyuk have a taste of him, but to watch such an intentional gesture had Dejun blushing like he had applied rouge to his cheeks. He was still a little dazed from high just moments ago, but as he tried to process what Joohyuk wanted, Dejun realized that he wished to satisfy the lord more than anything else. So, after a slight moment of hesitation, he locked gazes with Joohyuk once again, and gave a strong nod of his head.

@Painter Xiao Dejun As quick as Joohyuk had released, he could feel his beginning to rise inside Dejun again with just a few pulses of Dejun around him. He pulled Dejun's arm off his eyes, brought Dejun's hand up to his lips, and kissed his knuckles. "It's alright," he cooed. "Look at me." When he dropped his hand, it was to swipe his hand down Dejun's tight stomach and flick off drops of his release. He brought his hand up to his lips, his tongue dancing along his skin to up each sweet droplet. "Delicious," he murmured, his eyes dark. "Think you can make more for me?"

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Dejun cried out when he felt a sharp pain in his collarbone area. The next few s from Joohyuk had him almost flying off of their mattress. Joohyuk was relentless as he held Dejun in place though, ensuring that he couldn't escape any of the terrifying powerful s into his body. He gasped for breath as he immediately regretted asking for more than he could handle, but he could hardly utter full on response, much less one that was meant to protest his own initial request. Dejun could feel his release building, and he threw an arm over his eyes, covering his face as he choked back more moans and whimpers. First, he felt Joohyuk's warm release shoot within him, and then there came a cool wetness over his abdomen as he released also, defiling himself in his own fluids.

@Painter Xiao Dejun Dejun tasted so sweet, and his soft hands over Joohyuk's back was extremely inviting. That alone, coupled with with Dejun's pitched cries, was enough to push Joohyuk over the edge. He sank his teeth into the soft juncture of Dejun's neck and shoulder as his hips snapped forward at an impossibly fast pace, pitching deep into his young lover. "More?" he panted, the line across his forehead deepening in his concentration. The heel of Dejun's feet bounced against his lower back from the intensity Joohyuk ed into him, and it wasn't long before Joohyuk released inside the younger, painting his insides with his seed, as if marking Dejun as Joohyuk's.

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Words could not begin to describe that full, satiating tingle in his lower belly that followed each of Joohyuk's s. Dejun's upper back was curved in an arch as he pressed himself into Joohyun's mouth, feeling their fluids mixing together where they were connected. His lips were parted and dry as he gasped between every and every tickle of a new kiss. "M-my Lord!" he cried out, his eyes only widening when he felt the deepest tug of his muscles, making his vision of go white. "There!" he moaned in a drawl, "Againnnn...more!" As Joohyuk found his special spot, the clarity in Dejun's eyes began to ebb away, being replaced with a cloudy desperation to be ravaged instead.

@Painter Xiao Dejun Although Joohyuk was the one invading Dejun, Dejun was the one holding him and supporting him. They were connected as one, and it felt like nothing would ever separate them. Pushing all the way into Dejun each time, Joohyuk kissed his reassurances against Dejun's face, groaning lowly whenever Dejun clenched tight around his sensitive . His kisses naturally led him down to Dejun's neck again, and biting as his manhood searched for the deepest parts of Dejun, eager to displace his insides and wreak absolute havoc until Dejun was filled with Joohyuk.

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Dejun often started off the night with some hesitation and protesting whenever Joohyuk came onto him too quickly. He had none of his normal reactions that night though, his feelings of embarrassment and shyness being pushed away and replaced with a desire to be in complete union with Joohyuk. His legs wrapped around the older's sturdy waist as he felt Joohyuk's manhood push against him, then finally into him. Dejun grimaced as he was penetrated, but he welcomed the pain when it was coupled with the kiss, returning the sweet gesture with his own eagerness. As Joohyuk began to move his hips, the little shocks that ran up Dejun's spine made him call out. His whimpers were soft, but they were passionate, and he bit down hard on his lower lip as he felt he deepest parts of his insides being reached.

@Painter Xiao Dejun Joohyuk was not sure what that 'time and time again' was, but he would take the compliment if it was offered. "I trust you won't," he murmured, kissing the bone between Dejun's chest before he rose to fully strip himself and settle between Dejun's legs. He didn't bother with much preparation, hoping the sting of his manhood stretching Dejun would remind him of how much he belonged to Joohyuk. He kissed Dejun as he sank inside him, swallowing each moan and whimper from Dejun that left his lips, eating as if he had starved for a hundred days and nights.

@Lord Nam Joohyuk It was getting dark outside, the the only light that Dejun had to see Joohyuk's features were the few candles around the corner of the room. He relied on his vision to not be so worked up in his reactions, but since he couldn't anticipate the next moves that Joohyuk was going to make, Dejun could only gasp and shudder as he was pressed down and his body exposed for Joohyuk to explore. "My Lord..." Dejun murmured, a little put off by the older's somewhat desperate-sounding plea. "You've shown me...time and time again, what I mean to you." Clearly Dejun had connected the pieces from long ago that the only reason Joohyuk had done his father's biding was so that he could save Dejun. "It's my fault," he moaned softly, wincing as his was teased, "It's my fault I didn't recognize it sooner." Dejun's hands curled over Joohyuk's shoulder, and his back entrance clenched in anticipation, "I will not prove myself unworthy of My Lord's affections any further."

@Painter Xiao Dejun "Yes... of course." Joohyuk swallowed the lump in his throat and reached out again, tugging Dejun's robes off his shoulders and letting them pool around his waist. He pushed Dejun until he was lying down, so that he could indulge in his milk-like skin and stiff pink teats, his hot tongue washing all over Dejun's cool skin as he explored the planes of Dejun's body as if for the very first time. His hands busied themselves with pulling off Dejun's trousers, slipping between Dejun's smooth thighs and brushing against his entrance eagerly. He lifted his head from where he was nibbling on Dejun's . "If I do this, will I be able to show you how much you mean to me?"

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Dejun looked up at Joohyuk owlishly when his hand was stopped. He wondered if he had touched somewhere incorrectly or done something that Joohyuk didn't like. The question that was turned back around on him made him chuckle though, and he nodded his head after pondering Joohyuk's question. "It would please me greatly, My Lord." Joohyuk was clearly a nobleman who had grown up all his life without needing to worry about the thoughts of others. For him to try and gauge Dejun's feelings, then ask for them out of his own accord, it was all very touching. Once he had given the older his word, Dejun continued to undress Joohyuk, pushing the robes off his broad shoulders. "I need you, My Lord, will you help me?" Dejun asked brazenly.

@Painter Xiao Dejun Joohyuk was delighted with the way Dejun immediately began to undress him, but he was also filled with a worry that Dejun was only doing so because Joohyuk wished for it, and because Dejun did not want to upset Joohyuk again. He took one of Dejun's hands and splayed it flat over his bare chest, directly over his beating heart. "And you?" he said quietly, his hand heavy over Dejun's, as if afraid Dejun would take his hand away if he was given the chance. "Would it please you?"

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Dejun was eager to have Joohyuk holding him again, and he didn't mind if it lasted longer than "just a little while". He felt himself fall back into the familiar lull of being caressed and coaxed by Joohyuk's warm, but firm hands. Before he knew it, he had been stripped bare. Dejun blushed again as Joohyuk mentioned the painting from before, though he didn't refuse the notion. After all, many of his paintings before had come from watching, first Joohyuk with others, and then with Dejun himself before a mirror. "If that would please you, My Lord," he murmured, gently taking hold of the sash that tied the lapels of Joohyuk's robe together at the front. He gave it a gentle tug to release the know, and smiled as he gazed upon a firm, flat chest that looked inviting to rest his head upon.

@Painter Xiao Dejun "Just for a little while longer," Joohyuk repeated as his promise. It was a reminder for himself that Dejun needed time to recuperate, too, and that if he felt tired later then Joohyuk should let him rest even if they were in the middle of something. He relished Dejun's kiss like a delicious morsel in his mouth, chewing and on Dejun's plush lips. He shed Dejun's robes first, slowly easing them from his shoulders as if Dejun would not notice until it was too late. "You know," he said, "Ever since you gave me that painting, you haven't painted another one. Do you need some more inspiration?"

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Joohyuk was very patient with him tonight, Dejun realized, so when the older moved to take Yeppeo from him, Dejun didn't protest against it. At least Yeppeo would remain with them in their room tonight. Dejun relished in the fact that he could be in Joohyuk's arms, without the worry that someone would be vying for his lover's attention against him. He kissed Joohyuk back languidly, even chasing after the older when he pulled away first. "No," Dejun quickly shook his head, wishing to prolong his night with Joohyuk, "I want to stay awake with you, My Lord, just for a while longer." He didn't often take initiative, but since Joohyuk had been ever so lenient and understanding with him, Dejun leaned in again, daringly stealing another kiss from his lover's lips.

@Painter Xiao Dejun When Dejun leaned in, Joohyuk welcomed him, using his shoulder and side to support Dejun lying against him. He felt much better now that Dejun was so willing to cling to his side again, and sat patiently until the mutt dozed off. Once Yeppeo was asleep, her breaths slow and deep, Joohyuk eased her off and placed her atop a pillow he set over his study desk. With Yeppeo out of the way, Joohyuk was free to bring Dejun into his embrace again, meeting his lips against Dejun's in a firm kiss. "Are you tired?" he asked directly, to gauge whether Dejun wanted intimacy. "We can just go to sleep if you want."

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Dejun didn't have the habit of sleeping with Yeppeo in his arms, but having her to hug was reassuring when Joohyuk ed her forward against him. He held her close and snuggled her against the crook of his neck. With Joohyuk right in front of him and Yeppeo in his arms, his family was complete, so naturally Dejun felt safe. He nodded his head, though before Joohyuk could decide to use this time to be productive doing something else, Dejun had moved himself, situating himself in the older's lap. He wanted to be held, but asking for something so trivial might make Joohyuk wonder if something was on his mind again. So, he leaned in close, resting his head against Joohyuk's shoulder while he coaxed Yeppeo to sleep with gentle pats over her back.

@Painter Xiao Dejun Joohyuk originally had plans for the two of them—plans that involved showing Dejun just how special and loved he was—and that mutt would certainly spoil it all. However, it wasn't as if he could deny Dejun while his emotions were so fragile. "Yes." Joohyuk sighed. "As long as her paws are clean." He left Dejun in bed to summon someone to bring the dog, and then he personally carried Yeppeo to bed so he could push her into Dejun's arms. He would let him hold her for a while to calm his nerves. "You're safe in here," he reminded Dejun. "Don't worry."

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Joohyuk's words sounded harsh, but they were nothing short of the truth. Dejun nodded his head in understanding, picking up the radish to show that he was listening well. He ate well that night, filling his belly when his heart wasn't anxious and when Joohyuk was right in front of him, eating alongside him. Dejun finished eating, his bowl and all the side dish plates cleared off. After he rinsed his mouth with some warm water, he and Joohyuk were ready to head off to bed. "My Lord, can Yeppeo stay with us in our room tonight?" he asked, "I don't want her to run off...especially not when it's so uncertain outside. He didn't want to bring up the hoax marriage again, but Joohyuk probably knew what he was hinting at.

@Painter Xiao Dejun Placated by Dejun's sweet words, Joohyuk accepted the braised beef. "I forgive you," he said, not adding the 'of course'. He wasn't sure if he wanted Dejun to know just how much power he had over Joohyuk. "You're a good boy, Dejunnie. I know you meant no harm hiding it from me. But I don't want you to handle the problems on your own, because you can't, do you understand?" In return, Dejun picked a glistening radish from the plates to put in Dejun's bowl. "Eat up, and we'll go rest."

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Joohyuk was ever so gently with Dejun, and that eased his worries. That's right, Dejun may not know the ways of officials, but Joohyuk would handle matters with his own methods. He let himself be whisked off back to their room, and from there, they sat across each other for the first time amidst the drama, able to meet each other eye to eye. All this time, it had been Dejun who had been avoiding Joohyuk's questions an prodding all this time, so he had to make it up somehow. He picked up his chopsticks first, and after searching for the most delicate, tender piece of braised beef, placed it over Joohyuk's rice bowl. "I'll tell you what I hear from now on, My Lord. Will you forgive me for being so distant towards you these few days?"

@Painter Xiao Dejun Joohyuk lifted his arms to return Dejun's embrace. "It's alright," he said quietly, using a completely different tone when he was talking to his lover. "I'm okay. Let's go back." If his relationship with Dejun had to be made public to stop the rumours, then Joohyuk would announce it the very next morning. For now, he wanted to hide Dejun from the world and reassure him that Joohyuk loved him, and only him. Their meal was delivered while Joohyuk was out. He pushed Dejun to sit before the trays. "Forget about the people outside. Eat your food before it gets cold."

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Dejun watched as the crestfallen villagers slowly fell back after hearing Joohyuk's threat. While he did feel sorry for them, it wasn't so much to the point that he wished Joohyuk would go out and help them resolve the problem on their behalf. He was like a cornered rat when the older turned around and caught him, deliberately defying orders. Dejun pursed his lips and ran out to catch Joohyuk, not wanting to anger him. He hugged the older, burying his face into Joohyuk's chest. "I'm sorry...I was worried about you, My Lord." Dejun didn't loosen his grip, insisting on staying in Joohyuk's arms even if the guards and servants around them were staring.

@Painter Xiao Dejun "Middleman?" Joohyuk's brows drew together. He was irritated from having to handle the issue himself already, when the man he had assigned to this was supposed to be dealing with it all while Joohyuk tended to his lover. "I will say this only once — I have not agreed to any marriage, nor have I sent anyone on my behalf to agree. The matter will be investigated. Madam, if you are able to bring forth this middleman you speak of, you may be rewarded for your cooperation. Otherwise, this will be the end of the matter. Anyone who is still at these gates by nightfall will be jailed for trespassing my residence." With that, Joohyuk retreated to the manor amidst the rising clamours of the crowd behind him, shutting the door firmly and turning to find Dejun in the main hall. Joohyuk's eyes narrowed. "I told you to stay in the bedchambers."

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Lord Joohyuk had been a very generous and righteous governor as the villagers had known since his first day here. The only thing that was oddly interesting about this man was his obsession with the young painter who often kept to himself. The villagers had noticed how Joohyuk had summoned Dejun to his residence from the first day, and thus there came the common understanding that their Governor must really love paintings of himself. He was probably egotistical, hence why he didn't need the company of anyone else. So, now that one of their own lives were on the line, they knew they had to speak up against such a narcissist. "My Lord!" another relative of Madame Ok Soon's cried out. "How can it just be a rumor! There was a middleman who you sent yourself!" Hearing this clamor, the others started to chime in their agreement.

Dejun was in the bedchambers, but he couldn't stay put for long. The crowd had not died down for a long time after Joohyuk left, so he snuck out to peek from behind the pillar. Indeed, at the very front of all the ruckus was Madame Ok Soon. Dejun's heart dropped, knowing that this was the mess that he had caused.

@Painter Xiao Dejun Slighted at the interruption, Joohyuk made his way out to the front with a rushed command for Dejun to stay put. The crowd that had gathered was mostly curious, but many of Madame Ok Soon's close friends and family were clamouring angrily. "What is going on?" he demanded one of his guards. The crowd quieted slightly at Joohyuk's appearance, but Madame Ok Soon was upset enough to step up and howl, "My lord, how could your do this to us? We've paid the dowry, and it's cost us our entire fortune! How will you repay us now? My daughter is unconscious as we speak! How will you do right by her?"

Joohyuk was angry, and he made no move to hide it. "I've issued the announcement that these are rumours. My men will aid in the investigation of the spread of these rumours, but I will not be reimbursing your foolishness. How dare you continue to cause trouble after all you've done?"

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Now that the truth had come out, Dejun had to ask some of the harder questions. He didn't think it would be possible for someone to be so daring as to impersonate the governor's middleman, but it turned out that it was the most likely situation. Joohyuk had never asked anyone but the scribe to post something official about his wedding, so it had to be someone trying to take advantage of the Ok family. Only when Dejun's worries were fully addressed did he feel himself calm down completely, able to sit comfortably in Joohyuk's residence again. Yeppeo had run out of energy after a long day, and snoozed in the corner of their chambers that night, though Dejun suspected Joohyuk would've said something if not for the somber mood Dejun had been in. It was almost time for them to have dinner, and Dejun nodded his head, clutching onto Joohyuk's sleeve, "You'll eat with me?" he asked, clinging with no shame.

Before they could call for the servants to bring their meal though, there was a loud ruckus at the door. It could be heard all the way from the back of the manor, which was their chambers. "My Lord?" Dejun asked, "Do you hear that?"

It was a large crowd gathering before the governor's front gates, banging and shouting as they demanded an answer for the wedding that had been suddenly called off. Madame Ok Soon's youngest daughter had been so distraught by the news that she had fainted and was unable to be roused. As the angered villagers clamored outside, the few guards posted could only use brute force to keep the front gates shut.

@Painter Xiao Dejun "I forgive you," Joohyuk said. "Now let's go inside." He accompanied Dejun in resting for the rest of the day, even while he instructed one of his scribes to draft an announcement asking for the cessation of the groundless rumours, and that anyone who partook in the gossip would be punished. The announcement was delivered the same afternoon to the village, while Joohyuk stayed with Dejun in their room, hugging and rubbing him all over. "Are you ready to eat something?"

@Lord Nam Joohyuk Joohyuk spoke to Dejun with such a gentle tone that it was hard to say anything else. Dejun believed him, so he nodded his head. "I understand, Lord Joohyuk," he said. Joohyuk had not agreed again to tell the villagers about the misunderstanding, so he didn't pursue the matter. He supposed he'd just have to wait until the presumed wedding date for the village to learn the truth. He sighed and closed his eyes as Joohyuk kissed his forehead, then he raised his arms to hug Joohyuk's waist. "I'm sorry...for making you worry My Lord."