CHAMBER • TAEGYU

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" to the south or north we go~ " The Yangban Minister sing along with the Gisaeng performing a percussion instruments.

Food was settled on the tables, empty bottles of rice wine are everywhere, Some of the Yangban students are already passed out and Some are enjoying themselves kissing nor flirting with the Kisaengs.

Beomgyu on the other hand was tired picking up the bottles. The Yangban class are intensively good at drinking, To be honest it was their 4th barrel of Rice wine.

Upon doing his work, Beomgyu was a bit distracted by a gaze. One of the Yangban student specifically the one who bump on him earlier keep staring at him.

Beomgyu think that he was confused because of his dress earlier. Well for Beomgyu that's out of his hands, He can't explain his thoughts to someone who had higher rank at him without any permission.

" Mr. Choi? " Master Yeonjun called.

Beomgyu quickly walk towards his Master and bow, " Minister Ki, This is a friend of mine, Choi Beomgyu, he manage the peace and order in the entire Gisaeng House" Beomgyu bowed on the Minister but the Minister prevent him to do so.

" Aigoo, I've heard many legends about the Choi clan in west part of the island, they're really very rich in wealth and beauty. " The Minister stated smiling at the servant.

" Forgive me, You must been got the wrong idea Minister. I don't belong to the high class clans, I'm just working as a servant " Beomgyu bow with apologies.

" I see, but you're way too Beautiful for a man, Just like a right combination of Handsome and Beautiful. I hope Master Yeonjun is taking a good care of you." The Minister stated flashing a smile on his face.

" Of course, Minister. He's like a Little Brother to me " Master Yeonjun grab the opportunity to speak so that Beomgyu will not be embarrassed infront of the Yangban class.

Beomgyu continue his work and remove the side dish plates. As he come back, a Yangban spoke to him.

" Excuse me, can i have some warm soup for headaches? "  The Yangban asked politely.

Beomgyu bow as a response and went to grab some tea, but before he reach the kitchen he felt a strong presence on his back. It was the Yangban, and he was following him.

Beomgyu turn around and got startled by the Handsome Yangban, he can't process to do his work well, it's a bit distracting.

" My lord, you shouldn't have follow me, it will just take few minutes to create a Ginger Tea " Beomgyu softly stated avoiding the gaze of the Yangban.

" Look at me " The Yangban press a finger on Beomgyu's chin, lifting it up to see his wonderful eyes.

As their eyes met once again, The Yangban smiled. " Apologies for startling you. I'm one of the Yangban class Kang Taehyun, i hope that you can explain what happen earlier " Taehyun stated pointing out.

Beomgyu bit his lips in nervousness, He didn't even know how to explain things in front of an intimidating person like Taehyun.

" My Lord, I sincerely apologise for what you have saw earlier, the Kisaengs in this house are a bit playful that's why i ended up wearing that hanbok. But I'm completely a man."  Beomgyu bow once again to apologize.

" Interesting, i never thought that a man wearing a hanbok is much more prettier than any of those Kisaengs " Taehyun stated removing a pile from his notebook.

Beomgyu just bow once again and turn his back to prepare the Tea, Taehyun watch the servant to prepare and it kinda amuse him.

Taehyun was growing a questionable interest for the servant and he's curious on what interest grew inside him.

" Here's a Ginger Tea my lord, it will help to reduce your Headache. After taking the tea, i highly recommend you to rest for effectiveness "

Taehyun grab the Tea from Beomgyu's delicate hands, and drink it while staring at the servant.

It was a moment of silence and for Beomgyu he felt like his legs froze on the spot.

" This is quite strong but good, can you show a room for me to rest? " Taehyun asked, finishing the cup of tea.

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" This Gisaeng House is Big, forgive me it was my first time entering a Gisaeng House " Taehyun said in Awe.

" All Gisaeng House are Big, My lord. They all have different chambers for entertainment, and chambers for visitor's bedroom. " Beomgyu stated as they reach the room.

Beomgyu lead to open the doors, revealing a quiet bedspace, classic designs and bamboo furnitures. Just like Taehyun's type.

" Have a nice rest my Lord, ring the bells if you need anythi–" Beomgyu was cut off by Taehyun ringing the bell continuesly.

" I want you here " Taehyun stated having a sharp look on his eyes, making Beomgyu widen his eye in shock.

" Alright My Lord, I'll be outside the– "

" No, You'll accompany me inside this bedchamber " Taehyun stated removing the hat from his head.

Taehyun walk passed through Beomgyu and close the door, inserting the wooden lock.

" Honestly, My vision of visiting a Gisaeng House was a Sin. I don't know exactly why but right now, i think i do " Taehyun said in a low voice, as he was standing behind Beomgyu.

" My Lord, Forgive me but I'm not a Kisaeng, I can call a Kisaeng if you want something to have with. " 

" I don't need filthy womens " Taehyun said moving hand to trace Beomgyu's curve from behind.

The Servant felt a soft hands moving on his waist, tracing the slim curves of him. Beomgyu felt so great yet guilt build in his head. This thing is wrong and he's not in the right rank to flirt with a noble class, specially with the same gender as him.

" My Lord– " Beomgyu got his breathing heavier than ever he felt the warm air close to his neck.

Beomgyu had enough and remove himself out of Taehyun's grip, He quickly barge out of the Room and run away from the Yangban.

Taehyun hit his senses back and slam a palm on his head. " that was foolish Taehyun " Taehyun sighed watching  Beomgyu run away from the chamber halls.

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TRIVIA

🌟 What is a "Kisaeng/Gisaeng"?
- Women from outcast or slave families who were trained to be courtesans, providing artistic entertainment and conversation to men of upper class.

Insights:
- Kisaeng not legally allowed to provide sexual services to customers. Prostitution itself did not exist as a legal, organized profession prior to the 1870’s due to Korea’s strict adherence to Neo-Confucian ideals. However, Some kisaeng did offer sex for compensation to some customers, but it was typically done likely in smaller, rural towns where there was considerably less oversight. There were, also instances where some customers would use their higher social class (typically the yangban aristocracy) to force kisaeng into providing sexual services.