Fourth quickly opened his eyes, and his heart skipped a beat when he looked up. His voice caught in his throat as overwhelming emotions washed over him. "Gemini?"

"I'm here now. Sorry for taking so long," Gemini, his beloved boyfriend, spoke with heartfelt concern. His hand tenderly brushed against Fourth's cheek, sending a comforting shiver down his spine. A warm smile adorned Gemini's face as he placed a soft, reassuring kiss on Fourth's forehead, making him feel cherished and safe. "Rest now. I'll take care of the rest."

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Witnessing the two love birds before him, Leo's sanity and soul slowly became consumed by frenzied flames, and he couldn't contain his fury any longer. He didn't have much time left. He lunged forward, his voice booming as he yelled, "Who are you? He is mine!"

Gemini, careful not to disturb his adorable boyfriend, who was still looking at him lovingly, felt a surge of anger at the audacity of this man to dare to claim his beloved as his own. Without a second thought, he hurled something at Leo, creating a resounding thud and causing the fiery figure to stumble back.

"I think you've made a mistake. He is not your boyfriend. Now, this one is your real boyfriend," Gemini retorted firmly, introducing Leo to the person he had thrown at him – Pha, Leo's latest favorite toy. The powerful impact left Pha moaning in pain, while the flames on Leo's body seemed to intensify, causing him to let out a horrifying scream.

Yet, Leo seemed undeterred, brushing Pha aside like an old toy. His focus was now fixed on the new target - Fourth, whom he perceived as more beautiful and cute, and that was all he desired.

Pha, tossed aside and making hard impact with the ground, felt the physical and emotional pain overwhelm him. He felt like nothing more than a discarded object, witnessing a heart-wrenching battle between his two love interests. Gemini, his first love, had rejected him, and now Leo, whom he had thought truly cared for him, treated him like a mere toy. Seeing them fight over someone else intensified the overwhelming jealousy that gnawed at his heart, making it hard for him to even catch a breath.

Leo lunged at Gemini with relentless force, his dangerous power over fire evident in every fiery blast. Fourth, aware of Leo's capabilities, panicked, fearing Gemini would be overpowered.

"Gem! You can't match his power," Fourth shouted, his voice filled with concern.

To Fourth's surprise, Gemini remained resolute, a dark aura forming a protective barrier against Leo's fiery onslaught. The already weakened building shook under the pressure, inching closer to collapse.

Unbeknownst to him, Gemini had been aware of Leo's powers all along. He assessed the enemy and planned to channel the deepest depths of his power to erase Leo's existence. He knew this would take a toll on his mental and physical well-being. However, he was willing to do it to protect his Fourth.

Awe washed over Fourth as he witnessed his boyfriend's mysterious abilities in action. However, he decided to set aside the mysteries for later. Fourth knew they needed to escape this chaotic scene and halted Gemini's intention as he suddenly felt uneasy.

He approached Gemini, placing his hands on his shoulders. "We need to get out of here," Fourth urged urgently, his eyes darting between Gemini and the crumbling surroundings. "That bastard is going to bring this place down, and he's going to die soon anyway."

If there was one person who could give Gemini order, that person must be Fourth. Gemini nodded, and with a wave of his hand, he effortlessly flung Leo to the other side of the room. The impact was powerful, causing the walls to crumble, and Leo's body contorted under the force.

Yet, the astonishing resilience of Leo's flames came to light as they began to mend his injuries. However, it was evident that his body had reached its limits, as sudden bursts of explosion wracked his body, causing him to let out anguished screams.

Fourth quickly took Gemini's hand, urging him to run away. But Gemini resisted, not moving an inch, leaving Fourth puzzled. In response to Fourth's questioning gaze, Gemini turned his back and crouched down. "Let me carry you," he suggested.

"Why?" Fourth asked, perplexed. "I can run, I'm not hurt na Gemini."

"I don't care." Gemini's handsome face wore an adorable pout as he spoke, "I just really want to carry you. It's been something I've yearned to do."

Fourth couldn't help but smile at his boyfriend's childlike demeanor. He leaped onto Gemini's back, their bodies and scents mingling as they took deep breaths, finding solace in each other's presence. They had been apart for so long, enduring the agony of separation, and now they had finally found their safe haven together again.

Gemini checked to ensure Fourth had a firm grip on his back, and with Fourth's hands securely over his shoulders, he beamed with genuine happiness. Without hesitation, Gemini began to run, his speed reaching incredible heights. He sought out the nearest open space on the second floor and leaped gracefully, landing outside on the ground.

Just then, a thunderous and enraged roar echoed through the air, the unmistakable cry of a dying beast. In an instant, chaos ensued as an explosion ripped through the Student Recreation Center, causing it to collapse into a heap of debris and swirling dust.

With their surroundings in disarray, Fourth glanced around, taking in the chaos that enveloped them. Leaning in close to Gemini's ear, he spoke in a hushed tone, sending a delightful shiver down his spine. "We should head to the University underground car park. It's our second shelter. Your friends must have arrived there by now."

Gemini regained his focus, nodding quickly in agreement. "Yes, we should go there. But before that, you and I have to visit Leo's camp. Win, Satang, and Nook are still there."

"Really?" Fourth's face lit up with genuine joy, and he let out a sigh of relief. "I'm glad to hear they're alright."

"That's not all," Gemini said as he continued running with Fourth on his back. He shared the latest news. "We received a message from the military. They have a secure base in the south of the city."

"That's indeed great news," Fourth replied, a sense of hope spreading through his heart. His hand on Gemini's neck tightened instinctively, but not out of fear, rather out of comfort. "We've been running low on supplies, and everyone's spirits were down, but this information will undoubtedly lift their morale."

Gemini nodded in agreement. "Once everyone is reunited, we can start making a plan to get there."

"You're right," Fourth said, feeling a sense of hope and determination. "With everyone together and this new destination in mind, we can start thinking about future."

After saying that, Fourth's expression turned troubled, and he fell silent, lost in deep thought. Gemini noticed the change and concern filled his voice as he asked his boyfriend, "What's wrong, Fourth?"

"I feel like I've missed something important," Fourth admitted, furrowing his eyebrows. "Howver, I can't seem to remember what it is."

Just then, a loud noise interrupted their conversation as the zombies knocked over a nearby trash bin while chasing after them. The sound triggered something in Fourth's memory, and he suddenly smacked his forehead in realization.

"Shia! I completely forgot about him!"

"Who?" Gemini asked, eager to know the truth. He sensed that Fourth was thinking about another boy, and he wanted to know everything.

"Your childhood friend, Bang," Fourth revealed, mixed emotions evident in his tone as he didn't know whether he should cry or laugh. "I threw him in the dumpster outside the Student Recreation Center as I disguised myself as him to lure Leo inside the building."

Gemini was both amazed and perturbed by what he heard. He admired Fourth's resourcefulness, but he couldn't shake off the feeling of jealousy creeping in. He wanted Fourth's care and worry to be directed solely towards him. Nevertheless, the thought of his childhood friend in danger urged him to act quickly. He changed his course to come back to the Student Recreation Center.

"Which dumpster did you throw my friend in?" Gemini had to admit that he felt weird as he saying that.

"That one!" Fourth pointed at one direction, "Right by the entrance."

Using his powers, Gemini cleared the area of any nearby zombies and created a force to open the dumpster's lid. Fourth looked concerned, and he felt compelled to smack his boyfriend's head.

"You should be cautious about using your powers excessively, Gem," Fourth said earnestly. "I've noticed that it can have an impact on my emotions and behavior when I overuse mine. It's something Leo never seemed to understand or simply didn't care about, and unfortunately, it led to his tragic stage he was in right now."

Gemini pouted, his lower lip quivering slightly like an adorable puppy. "I know. I just didn't want to put you down to open the lid."

"Shouldn't you worry about your friend instead?" Fourth raised his eyebrows. "Bang must be sad to have a friend like you."

Ignoring Gemini's sad expression, Fourth peered inside the dumpster and let out a sigh of relief. Bang was still fine. Fourth gently touched his friend's forehead, and Bang woke up quickly. He immediately stood up and yelled. 

"Ai' Fourth! You bastard! This was my duty, not yours." 

Fourth quickly intervened and calmed Bang down. "Take it easy, friend. Everything's fine now." 

"What do you mean?" Bang looked at Fourth in confusion, then turned his gaze to the collapsed building behind him. Shock washed over his face. "What the f*ck happened? Why did the building collapse?" 

"Well, mostly it was Leo's doing. Our plan succeeded," Fourth explained. "Gemini and I contributed to it too." 

Fourth pointed at Gemini, and Bang's eyes widened with surprise. "Ai' Gemini?? Why are you here? I'm so confused. Could anyone explain?" 

Gemini scowled at Bang and swiftly pulled him out of the dumpster, nearly causing him to fall face-first to the ground. "You're being too loud. We need to get out of here before this place gets surrounded by zombies," Gemini said with annoyance. "Fourth and I will explain everything later." 

The three of them quickly fled the area and headed to Leo's camp to meet Santang, Win, and Nook. From there, they regrouped and made their way to meet Mark's group at the University underground car park.

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In the underground car park, everyone was finally reunited and safe. Mark and Prom embraced Gemini tightly, expressing their relief and joy at seeing their best friend again. Gemini recounted everything that had happened to him while Fourth was doing the same to Nook, Win and Satang.

Mark grinned and teased, "Gem, you had us worried sick!"

Prom chimed in, "Yeah, I can't believe you made it through all that chaos."

Gemini was overwhelmed a bit at the attention but quickly shifted the focus back to the task at hand. "Thanks for your worries, but let's not forget we have to get out of here. We received some crucial information from the military."

Win and Sound, who had been at the Radio Room in the Music Faculty, stepped forward. "Yeah, we managed to catch some snippets of communication over the radio," Win said, adjusting his glasses. "The military has set up a secure base in the south of the city. They're trying to regroup survivors there and provide assistance."

Sound nodded in agreement. "They're sending out rescue teams to scout for survivors, but the situation is getting dire. We need to get there as soon as possible."

Gemini looked determined, "Agreed. We'll head south and make our way to that base. But first, we need to gather supplies and make sure everyone is prepared for the journey." He looked at Milk and Love, "Do you know how many students we have here?"

Milk and Love exchanged glances, quickly counting the remaining students in their group. "We have about fourty students with us," Milk replied.

Love nodded, "Some of them are injured, though. We'll need to tend to their wounds before we leave."

Gemini acknowledged the challenges ahead but remained steadfast in his leadership. "Alright, let's get to work. We'll divide into teams to gather supplies, treat the wounded and find suitable cars and fuel in the car park to carry us to our destination."

As everyone diligently carried out their assigned duties, Gemini swiftly took Fourth by the hand and gently pulled him aside. Fourth gave him a questioning look, "Is there something you want to tell me? I should be helping Milk and Love tend to the wounded."

Gemini replied, guiding Fourth to a secluded spot away from the others, "That can wait. There's something much more important."

Though confused, Fourth willingly followed his boyfriend. They walked until they were at a safe distance from the rest. As they arrived at a secluded corner, partially shielded by the surrounding structures, Gemini gently pushed Fourth against the wall, igniting a spark of intimacy that sent shivers down Fourth's spine.

Before Fourth could fully process what was happening, Gemini moved even closer, their faces now just inches apart. Fourth's heart raced, feeling Gemini's warm breath on his skin, the anticipation building with each passing second.

In this private moment, time seemed to slow down as they gazed into each other's eyes, their unspoken feelings echoing in the air. The world around them faded away, leaving only the palpable tension between them.

With a mixture of nervousness and desire, Fourth softly whispered, "What are you doing?"

Gemini's eyes revealed vulnerability for the first time as he closed the distance even more. Instead of replying, he gently placed a finger on Fourth's lips, silently urging for patience and trust.

Fourth instinctively shut his eyes, and their lips finally met. Fireworks seemed to explode in his belly, and his legs momentarily grew weak. In the tender embrace of Gemini, he found support as they shared this intimate moment.

It was a moment Fourth had never expected, and yet it felt so right. His heart was pounding, and his mind was racing with a million emotions. He tentatively placed his hands on Gemini's waist, unsure of how to respond, but not wanting this moment to end. 

Their bodies pressed against each other, and Fourth could feel the heat of Gemini's skin against his own. It was an electrifying sensation, sending waves of pleasure through him. All the uncertainty and confusion he had felt earlier seemed to vanish in that moment of intense intimacy.

Gemini's hands found their way to Fourth's cheeks, cupping them gently as they kissed. The touch was tender yet fervent, and Fourth could feel the depth of Gemini's longing in every caress.

As they finally broke the kiss, both were breathless, their eyes locked in a passionate gaze. A knowing smile crossed Gemini's lips as he whispered, "Sorry. I've wanted to do that for so long, Fourth and I couldn't hold back any longer."

---- Honest question, while writing this chapter, I kept asking myself whether I should have 18+ scenes in future chapters or not?🤔🤔 What are everybody's thoughts on this. Not promise anything though as I haven't written 18+ scenes before 😆----