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The actors and the staff had entered the plane for their trip back to Istanbul for the layover, and because this was their second time, everyone had already thought of how to make their 12 hour flight bearable.
Michael had asked Ping to switch seats, his seat now being the one on the aisle because he wanted enough space to stretch or change positions when he felt tired or sore. Lee is on the seat next to him, the younger’s eyes giving away that he had been sleeping for a long time (also seen during Ping’s live, even with all that noise).
While they were settling down, Ping called Michael and Lee, took a picture of them and let his social media followers know about what happened before the plane left Brazil. Lee even replied that he was crying, only to end it with a heart emoji.
The announcement for take off was heard inside the plane, and for Lee, it’s also his green light to go back to sleep. He covers his eyes with a mask then leans his weight on his seat.
Michael, on the other hand, is browsing through his phone, looking at pictures or videos he might post on his socials. He turns to his side and finds Lee bobbing his head, only not falling on his face because of the seatbelt. Michael holds his arm out, catching Lee’s head and put it gently on his shoulder so the younger one can sleep comfortably.
He gives Lee a few pats on the head as if he was putting a baby to sleep. Lee snuggles close to him, and Michael can’t help but smile widely at how cute he looked like.
12 hours pass by, and everyone listens to the flight staff talk about the reminders for getting off the plane once they land. Ping checks Michael and Lee, Lee was still sleeping on Michael’s shoulder while Michael looked like he had little to no sleep. He knew about how Lee sleeps, so deep that he won’t wake up unless you shake him hard or put the phone near his ear so he can hear the alarm. But you know, as one of the oldest in the group, he can’t say no to Michael’s request.
They get off the plane and some of the actors went to eat, Lee included. While on the other hand, Michael just sat in the waiting area, massaging his head, shoulder and back. He was sore all over, but it doesn’t matter because he cares for Lee. He stretches for a bit, feeling the drowse take over him and puts his head down so he can close his eyes to take a nap.
Lee felt a little bit guilty after finding out what Michael did for him, he was aware that he is not light because he was working out so hard for a new series. He made sure to buy something for Michael to thank him for his kind gesture.
When he arrived at the waiting area, he finds Michael crouched on the seat. He shakes his head as he walks as fast and as quiet as he could towards the seat next to Michael. He puts the cup of black coffee on the empty seat next to him so he could check on Michael. He knew that Michael’s neck will hurt in that position, so Lee carefully lifts Michael’s head and using both of his hands, guided Michael to lean on him this time.
Lee was quiet for the rest of the layover time, because Michael sleeping well is of top priority. He keeps biting his lip, hiding a smile while he listens to Michael’s breathing, while wishing he’ll have a good dream.