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Heirfiles Most Loved Writings

heirfiles’ most loved writings

or in simpler words, a collection of my most favourite nct fictions (+ writers, because most of the fics are from the same writers haha)

this will be updated regularly or whenever i find a piece work that i truly truly loved.

none of these are written by me, all the credits goes to the original authors and if by any chance, the writers mentioned come across this post, i just wanna say thank you for your writings, they’re truly one of a kind. ♡

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4 years ago

𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧

a song by Michael Bolton

i suggest you guys to play the song while reading this to get the feels :)

“baby.” mark surprised you by encircling his arms around your neck, back hugging you as you were writing notes on your study table.

“hey.” you took a hold of his arms and squeeze them gently as you lean your head against his shoulder, kissing his cheek. he laughs wholeheartedly, ruffling your hair in the process.

“can you stand up for a second, princess?” he whispers softly. you didn’t know what his intention was but you nod and stood up. he then connects his phone to a speaker that was laying around your room as you stood there, waiting patiently.

a/n: you can start playing the song now <3

a song started to play. mark grabs your hand and drags you to the middle of the room. you silently gasp at the sudden action.

he holds one of your hands as he positions the other around his neck, placing his free hand on your waist after; giving you the idea of what he was doing.

“i just thought you needed a break.” he answered before you even questioned him as he gave you a soft smile. you swore your heart did a backflip.

he started swaying your bodies, left to right — slowly dancing along to the song. you listen to the music, letting the lyrics sink into your mind which made you wonder as you stare into mark’s pretty eyes. “mind telling me the reason you chose this song?” you give him a playful look.

he nervously laughs as he looks down, trying to find an answer which caused him to stammer. he meets your eyes once again. “it reminded me of you.” he managed to say.

fortunately, you didn’t start balling your eyes out but those words were enough to let a tear fall down your cheek. “baby, a-are you okay? did i say something wrong?” mark panicked, wiping out the single tear with his thumb.

his eyebrows met when you laughed at his reaction. you shook your head to stop him from worrying and decided to embrace him instead.

it took a few seconds for mark to realize that it was just a tear of joy before wrapping his arms around your waist again. you lean your head on his shoulder as he relaxed his head on yours. he tangled his fingers into your hair, massaging your scalp knowing it was a way to calm you down.

both of you continued to silently dance around the room with your bodies still close to each other, the enamored song filling the room. “i never knew i would fall this hard.” he says out of the blue. “i’ve always wanted to do this with you ever since we started dating. i feel like i’m in heaven.”

you didn’t say a word, signaling him to continue. “i can’t believe it’s you in my arms right now, loving me the way i love you.”

you look up at him, meeting his serene eyes that were filled with tenderness and warmth. you leave a peck on his lips.

“thank you, mark. for everything.”

prompts.

#10 “it reminded me of you.”

#16 “i never knew i would fall this hard.”

requested by. @naviswiththecity

thank you so much for requesting!! i had fun making this hihi hope you like it!- night <3

© oursunhyuck, 2021

4 years ago

UPCOMING STORY!

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PAIRING :: Jung Jaehyun x Reader

SUMMARY :: As the CEO of Zetatech, you’ve got a multi-billion dollar empire in the palm of your hand and not a single care for love. That all changes when the Jung Corporation CEO walks through your door, bringing about an arranged marriage and a life you never asked for. With your fate already sealed, the question is now this — do you really hate him as much as you claim to or is there something more you’re not willing to admit to?

GENRE :: smut, CEO!AU, CEO!Jaehyun, CEO!Reader, enemies to lovers, arranged marriage, humour.

WARNINGS :: sexual content, lots of sexual banter, making out, choking, fingering, oral sex, vaginal sex, unprotected sex, dom/sub undertones, dom!Jaehyun, slight voyeurism, humiliation/degradation, mentions of trauma during childhood, swearing.

WORD COUNT :: 24.7k

TEASER WORD COUNT :: 305

RELEASE DATE :: May 21st, 2021

Send me a message or comment on this post to be added to a taglist if you’re interested!

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“Out of my seat, Jung.”

The person in question spun around in the chair after a moment’s pause, cocking his head to the side as he played with a pen in his hands, a glint in his gaze.

“I might stay here, you know. You’ve got a comfortable chair,” he said, the smirk evident in his tone.

“Out now or you’re getting banned from ever crossing onto Zetatech premises.”

With a sigh, he finally pushed himself out of the chair and stood up, walking around the desk to lean against the front of it, hands in his pocket as you maintained your spot without moving. Dressed in a well-tailored, dark blue suit, his Rolex glinted as it peeked out from his wrist. His hair was slicked back nicely, dark strands perfectly in place as he stared down at you, a golden chain just visible from under his collar. Expensive style for an expensive man. You expected nothing less of Jung Jaehyun.

“What do you want?” you asked coldly.

“‘Hello, Jaehyun. Nice to see you, too. How’s your family doing? Really good, thanks for asking’,” he replied, mimicking your voice. “Anyone ever teach you manners? No wonder you’re still single, you don’t even know how to greet people.”

“Are you done bitching?”

“See, this is exactly what I mean.”

Sighing, you bit your tongue from making a comment on his own lack of dignity and moved away from him to go behind your desk, hands reaching for the folders to organize the mess of papers that seemed to have increased since the last time you’d cleaned everything.

“You should really keep your desk organized,” Jaehyun said. “Can’t go around leaving corporate secrets everywhere.”

“You’re starting to sound like my mother,” you muttered.

“At least mine cared,” he shot back.

“Oh, fuck off, you bag of shit.”

4 years ago

hi can I request - nct dream reacts to s/o taking care of them after they’ve had like a long day

Mark:  As soon as he made it through the front door, you helped Mark take his coat off. “Do you want something to drink?” you asked. “Should I run you a bath?” You rubbed his shoulders before scooping him into a brief hug. You were all too ready to take care of him in any way possible, until he stopped you with a light touch of his hand to your wrist. “What is this all for?” he asked, a gentle smile on his lips. Though he was embarrassed, he tried to hide it. You didn’t want to outright say that he looked worn down by life, so you asked if caring for him was a crime. “No,” he said, taking the question thoughtfully. “But, baby, shouldn’t I be taking care of you?” You took ahold of Mark’s hand and led him into the bedroom. You wanted him to, at least, change out of his clothes and get into some warm pajamas. “We take care of each other.” you said. “Always have. Always will.”

Renjun: “What is this?” Renjun asked, bringing his hand up to his mouth to hide the huge smile behind it. He walked into the bathroom to see that you had lit candles and placed them all throughout the room. The bath you ran him was still hot, the bubbles on top of the water still full. He looked at the towel you laid out for him, and his shampoo and soaps all lined up prettily along the edge of the tub. There was soft music playing, too. Renjun didn’t know what to say, so he just looked at you and waited for an explanation. “ I thought you could relax a little.” you said. “You’ve been working so hard lately, and you deserve it .” Feeling very touched, Renjun could hardly keep away from you. He held you and brought you in closer for a kiss. 

Jeno: He always took care of you first, so taking care of him felt a little different. It was confirmed that it was strange when Jeno saw what you had done for him. There was a meal cooking on the stove for him, and his apartment was cleaner than it had been since he moved in. He didn’t speak, just wandered around and looked at your handiwork, his eyes narrowing suspiciously when he came to you. “You’re up to something.” he said. Jeno grabbed the tie of your apron and used it to pull you closer to him. “Can’t I just take care of my man?” you asked, pecking him on his lips. Jeno rarely complained, rarely spoke badly about his days, but you could sense it in the tenseness of his body. Very tenderly, you rubbed his back and told him to wash up before dinner. For a moment, Jeno rested his head on your shoulder and let a little of the tension go. 

Haechan: You sent Haechan a picture of his food resting in the front seat of your car, a seat belt over the paper bag to keep it safe. He would never try and tell you not to come over, even if his days were long and hard. Walking through his front door, the smell of home cooked food filling his nostrils, his eyes lit up. “All for me?” he asked, peeking into the bag. You placed the bag on a table and started to reveal the contents inside. Haechan’s eyes were on the multiple containers of steaming food, before they drifted up to your face. He was grateful, you could tell it by the way he looked at you. “I was going to order in,” he said. “But this is much better. Thank you.” Without thinking it through, he went around the table and hugged you sincerely, his warm body felt through his thin t-shirt.

Jaemin: He slept all through the night, his breathing even, and his limbs not even stretching for a little bit. You held him close to you until the morning, rising up as Jaemin was still dreaming. “Beautiful boy.” you whispered, stroking his soft cheek with a finger. Feeling bright and awake and in love, you got dressed and went to grab Jaemin his favorite coffee. Yesterday, his schedule was hectic, and today it would be more of the same. When you came back, his eyes were open and watching you carefully. “You did this for me?” he asked, his eyes on the coffee in your hand. You handed it to him, pleased that he looked happy by your presence. Jaemin smiled and placed the coffee on the table next to his bed. Before he spoke another word, he grabbed you and pulled you down to the bed for cuddles.

Chenle: Coming home from work, Chenle was tired. He plopped down on his couch and stared off into the distance, his brain hardly coming up with ideas of what to do next. When he heard you walk into the room, his head moved with the sound of your footsteps. You placed Daegal on his lap, an immediate smile on Chenle’s face. “I walked her, fed her, and took care of everything so that you don’t have to.” you said, sitting down next to him. Chenle’s arms were around Daegal, but his eyes were only on you. He was a man of few words, his emotions even less, but the way he looked at you said all he needed to say. Chenle took your hand and held it, both of your attention turning to the dog whining in Chenle’s lap.

Jisung: He said he’d had better days. You waited for him to vent further, to tell you all about it, but Jisung wasn’t the talking type. He laid in his bed and stared at the top of the bunk, his eyes dreamy, and his mouth itching to smile because you were there. You settled down next to him, letting your body relax into his. You wanted to take care of him, to smooth out all the bad things in his life, but he would never burden you with any of them. Instead, he let you hold him, let your hand rest on his chest. “This is nice.” he said, closing his eyes. He placed his hand over yours and brought it further up his chest before releasing a content sigh. 

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4 years ago
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(a/n: I do sometimes daddy!jaehyun moodbords for the time I struggle with inspiration and ideas. For new year, I want to share one of them with you)

daddy jaehyun

ii.xxi. happy new year!!!

“Wait, hold Sunoh again.” You stood with your whole family in the hallway and you were on the way to Doyoung’s New Year’s Eve Party. It was a premiere because Jaehyun agreed to go. But only because Doyoung introduced his new girlfriend tonight. “Stop it. You are straightening your dress for the hundredth time. You look great.” Jaehyun turned to you with Miga and rolled his eyes. As a result of your pregnancy, your stomach was bloated all the time and you are now starting to gain weight again, although you are still breastfeeding. “No, I’m totally fat.” You sigh and try to straighten your dress without Jaehyun’s help. “Hihi Mummy is fat.” Miga giggled and leaned against her father’s leg. “No, she’s not and we don’t say that about people. Y/N you are beautiful and now come.” Jaehyun was clearly already annoyed because you had several nervous breakdowns in front of your closet because everything was too tight for you again. But it didn’t is important anyway. Jaehyun was already at Doyoung’s apartment door with Miga. You come quickly with Sunoh and your husband rings the doorbell. “Hi.” Doyoung grinned broadly as he opened the door. Jaehyun smiled and it was the first time in a long time that they are dealing with each other were quite natural again. You entered the apartment and next to Doyoung was his new girlfriend. “Hi, Hayoung.” Jaehyun greeted her and seemed to know her. You look at him confused. “Hi, Jaehyun.” She smiles lightly and shakes his hand. Did they know each other? Somehow that surprised you. “Hi, I’m Y/N.” You introduce yourself and she also greeted you kindly. “And that’s our daughter Miga and our son Sunoh.” Miga suddenly became shy and hid behind her father. Hayoung smiled gently and tried to greet Miga, but she was still not in the mood. Doyoung and Hayoung left you alone so that you could undress in peace. Miga emerged from behind her father again and he put her on the bench to take off her shoes. “Since when you been shy?” He laughed and opened her jacket. Miga shrugged and kicked her little feet. “How do you know Hayoung?” You were surprised that Jaehyun had said nothing. “She’s an idol too. She’s from Apink.” Jaehyun didn’t turn to you but continued to open his daughter’s shoes. You just take it that way and take your son’s jacket off too. Then you went into the room and there were already some people. You greeted everyone, but Miga was still shy. Since Mark wasn’t there yet, she clung to her father all the time. Jaehyun couldn’t be without her for a second, so he ended up carrying her around all the time. Johnny and his fiancée were here too. Johanna was wearing a tight dress and you could already see a round belly. “Wow, someone is already growing quite fast.” You look at Johanna with a smile and hold your palm on her stomach. “I can say that of you too.” She laughed and put her arms against her hips. You look over at her in surprise and didn’t know what she means. Yes, you got a little belly. Your body was already so expanded that your small ball quickly formed again. But you try to hide it all the time. “I mean your baby.” She laughed and pointed to Sunoh, who was lying over your shoulder and sleeping. “Oh yes. He’s so big. And he’s going to be heavy too.” You stroke your son’s back and smile with satisfaction. Miga was a lot smaller around this time, you were always afraid to hurt her, but maybe Sunoh will be a lot bigger than her. You talk to Johanna for a while and Hayoung came to you as well. It was nice to get to know her because you liked her straight away. She was very excited about Sunoh and she took him from you for a short time. You start looking for Jaehyun, but he was busy with Mark, who was now here, and Miga. You then go into the kitchen and meet Doyoung, who was just preparing something to eat. “May I help you?” You ask him while you are standing next to him. “Yes, can you cut the bread?” He smiled and you take a board and a knife. “Hayoung is nice. I like her.” You smile and start slicing the bread. “Yes, she is really great. Now that you all start to get families, I also want to settle down now.” Doyoung took the smoked salmon and put it on your pre-cut bread. “Maybe we can finally be friends again.” You smile and hope that Jaehyun can now get his jealousy under control. “I hope but I just didn’t tell Hayoung about us.” He sighed and looked a little worried. “Didn’t you?” You were surprised because somehow you hoped he had told her. “There was nothing between us.” He shrugged and continued to take care of the food. He was right, but you were still not quite comfortable with it. Doyoung looked at you and knew exactly what you were thinking. “Look Y/N, I really really like Hayoung. I didn’t love anyone so much after you.” He smiled and you were glad that he had finally found someone. “You are clearly in love. You look really happy too.” You lightly bump your shoulder against his and you both giggle. “But you too. I mean the whole thing with Suji is still running and yet you have such a glow. As if you were pregnant.” He smiled gently and now put the last piece of bread on the plate. “What? How do you come up with that?” You smile uncertainty because you were totally scared inside. He couldn’t have known. It was only you and Jaehyun who knew it. But Doyoung just shrugged. “I don’t know. You always had a glow like that when you were pregnant. You looked so happy at this time and now you look the same.” He laughed but didn’t go further. Apparently, your pregnancy already appears you in the outside. “I’m glad if we can finally finish all of this now. I really missed you as a friend.” Doyoung changed the subject on his own and he suddenly became so serious. He was right, you always got along well. Doyoung was over you and Jaehyun must finally get it. “I am very happy too.” You smile and hug him. It was good to know to have a good friend in your life again. But when everything seemed fine, you hear someone clearing his throat. Jaehyun suddenly stood in the kitchen and stared at you and Doyoung. You knew this was not okay for him and you knew there was going to be a drama now. “I’m going to go.” You briefly stroke Doyoung over the shoulder to go straight to your husband. You don’t say anything and just walk past him. He followed you and grabbed you by the hand. He pulled you in a room that turns out to be a bedroom and pressed you against the wall. He pinned your hands over your head and started kissing your neck. “Jaehyun stop.” You try to break free and Jaehyun gave in, but his hands were now around your waist and he continued kissing you. “What’s wrong with you? You don’t really want to sleep with me here now?” You push him away and look into his horrifying eyes. You knew what that was, he wanted to show his dominance. He only did that when he was jealous. “You just look so good tonight.” He groaned and wanted to kiss you again, but you stop him. “I can’t believe you’re still jealous of Doyoung.” You sigh annoyed and take a step away from the wall. Jaehyun sat on the bed and sighed. He couldn’t say anything and that was always when he struggled with his emotions. You walk up to him and put his palms on your stomach. “Jaehyun, I just want you. I’m carrying your third child. How much evidence do you need?” You smile and stroke his hair. He looks up at you but still has his hands on your stomach. “I’m an idiot right?” Jaehyuns sighed and looked at your belly again. “A little bit.” You smile and Jaehyun kissed your baby bump. The next moment someone knocked on the door and you can hear Taeyong’s voice who asked if he can come in. The last time he caught you having sex was enough for him and he was more careful now. “Don’t worry Taeyong, we’re just talking.” Jaehyun laughed and Taeyong now dared to walk into the room. “Sorry to bother you, but Sunoh woke up and he doesn’t stop crying.” Taeyong looked at you worriedly, but you knew that he was probably just hungry and needed to breastfeed again. 

A few minutes before the New Year, you all go up to the roof of Doyoung’s apartment complex. Miga was firmly attached to her father again and you held Sunoh in your arms. He was tightly wrapped up because it was so cold. You had a wonderful view of the city from here and you stand close to your husband. You look into his eyes and smile. The year was so intense, so impressive. Sunoh was born and you got pregnant again. You look forward to the next year, as a family of five then. Johnny and Johanna would also get their child and you knew that everything would be fine. “10 … 9 … 8 … 7 … 6 … 5…” The countdown ran and Jaehyun and you just stood there and you look at each other. “4 … 3 … 2 … 1 … Happy New Year!” Everyone celebrated, the first fireworks started and Jaehyun’s lips were on yours. You feel his warm breath, his tongue danced with yours and his lips were super soft. “NOOOO!” Miga pressed her small palm on her father’s cheek, indicating that you two should stop kissing. Jaehyun laughed and turned his head to his daughter. “Do you want a kiss too?” Miga nodded and Jaehyun also gave her a little kiss. “Do I get one too?” You bend over to your daughter and she pursed her lips and kiss you too. “And Sunoh.” Miga pointed to her little brother and she kissed him as well. You had to laugh because it was really cute. But at that moment, Jaehyun turned back to you and with his free hand pulled you a little bit towards you. “Happy New Year.” His voice was very calm and he looked deep into your eyes. “Happy New Year. I love you.” And another kiss seals your love.

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4 years ago

mom, i love him. i live for him.

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i hope u like this!! i’m planning to write more about them preparing in the mark’s family fic when i get around to it!! 

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‘It’s so weird to see you with an actual bump this time,’ Mark comments as you’re standing in front of the mirror, caressing your stomach while trying to calm your son’s kicks.

‘I know,’ you quickly agree, ‘so odd that Lucas was kicking all that time and I never felt it.’

Despite the fact that this was your second child, this was your first real pregnancy due to your severe cryptic pregnancy which led to it being completely undetected until you actually had Lucas.

‘You look beautiful,’ Mark compliments, eyes glittering and shining with pure love for you.

‘I feel quite gross,’ you laugh dryly, ‘but thank you Markie.’

Soon after the words leave your mouth, your baby delivers a swift kick to your ribs, prompting you to gasp sharply, leaning over and gripping the wall.

‘Are you alright?’ Mark springs up from the bed, rushing to your side.

‘Yes, I’m fine, he just gave me a fright.’

‘Noah, you can’t be scaring your mom like that,’ Mark gently ‘scolds’ in the direction of your stomach.

‘I don’t think he cares if you tell him to stop,’ you giggle, brushing a rather sweaty hand through his hair.

‘Lay down with me,’ Mark whispers, almost like a gentle command, but his words immediately make you want to curl up next to him.

‘I can’t get too close to you,’ you sigh, ‘Noah is making that a bit impossible.’

‘I don’t mind,’ Mark hums, ‘as long as I can feel him move around.’

’Shouldn’t be too hard… he’s moving around like mad.’

Mark smiles widely through half lidded eyes when Noah shifts around onto his side, causing your stomach to appear somewhat lopsided.

‘I can see the outline of his foot,’ Mark observes, prodding it lightly with his index finger.

‘I can feel the outline of his foot- ow,’ you hiss, and Mark pouts, seeing your face screw up in pain.

’Noah stop,’ he whines, but also giggles.

‘Oh yeah- did you manage to organise the clothes in the nursery?’

‘Most of them,’ he murmurs, ‘I’ll sort the rest tomorrow.’

‘It’s nice that we get to decorate his room this time. I’m also happy that you agreed with the colours I wanted.’

‘As long as we got the couch-‘

‘So we could both sit down together,’ you both finish in unison, images of the weirdly uncomfortable wooden rocking chair SM had bought for you the first time round flooding your mind.

Mark laughs out loud while trying to be mindful of the sleeping Lucas, ‘we replaced that thing so fast.’

’The softer one was a dream.’

‘I remember, when you sat on it he always calmed straight down,’ Mark grins fondly at the memory, ‘like he felt your comfort and mirrored it.’

‘I hope he gets along with Noah.’

‘Are you kidding? He loves him already.’

‘Well there’s no knowing how he’ll actually act when he’s here.’

‘He’ll be lovely with her, babe,’ Mark rubs your forearms gently, ‘you’ve seen what he is like with the hyung’s babies.’

‘I suppose you’re right.’

‘I’m always right,’ Mark hums, shifting down the bed so that he is lying down properly, head parallel to your bump. He blows a raspberry on the bare warm skin, silently laughing at the way you squirm and protest. He then presses a much gentler, sweeter kiss in the exact same place, ‘always.’

’Goodnight Mark,’ you smile, ‘I love you.’

‘I love you too, and Noah- and Lucas so so so much. Sleep well, you deserve it.’