The project hand-in day arrived, and with no complications, Kin and his group successfully submitted their work. In celebration, Kin, Jirat, Nok, and their two other friends decided to indulge themselves at a popular 'mookrata' - a Thai barbecue grill restaurant - located nearby their university. One of the group members lifted their glass in a toast, the warm light of the restaurant glinting off the rim.
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"Finally, the project is done. Thank you all for being such a great team,"
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He proclaimed, his voice carrying through the bustling restaurant. Their banter flowed smoothly, full of playful jabs and relieved laughter. It was the perfect ending to an intense period of hard work.
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Friendly banter and hearty laughter filled the restaurant as they feasted on the sizzling grill. Each of them shared their own struggles and funny incidents that had occurred during the course of the project. The atmosphere was light and jovial, a stark contrast to the seriousness of the past few days. Amid the celebration, Jirat steered the conversation to a more personal topic.
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"So, Kin," he leaned in closer, his voice barely audible over the chatter. "How's living with Nong-Than been?"
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"It's been great. Nong-Than is very kind." Kin chuckled, taking a sip from his drink.
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"And how are things progressing between you two? Have you 'claimed' the gorgeous boy yet?" Jirat teased him further, a mischievous glint in his eyes.
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Kin's eyes widened in mock surprise at the question, and he shot back, "I barely had time to spend with him because of this project, let alone 'claim' him.”
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Jirat nudged him playfully, egging him on. "Why don't you spend some time with Than? Living under the same roof with a hot, gorgeous guy like Nong-Than, who clearly admires you, is a great chance to make a move, isn't it?”
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“Yeah, I've been considering spending more time with him now that the project is over," Kin confessed, his voice thoughtful. He then admitted his fear,
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"I'm just worried about the idea of getting more intimate with Nong-Than. I don't know if it will cause any trouble."
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"So, you're afraid of loving him while he just wants to claim you without a relationship?" Jirat deduced with a playful gleam in his eyes.
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"Maybe, or it could be the other way around," Kin responded, a mix of seriousness and playfulness in his tone. "Anyway, it could lead to complications, and that would be bad since I consider him a good brother."
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"Then be careful, Kin. If you're already afraid, it means there's something brewing. It's the beginning of trouble," Jirat playfully warned.
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Kin's agreement was more thoughtful than playful, realizing that Jirat's words held more truth than he'd like to admit.
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The interior of Korn's condominium was an architectural marvel. The living room was adorned with abstract paintings and the furniture was carefully chosen to complement the modern aesthetic of the place. Illuminated by a warm, gentle glow from the carefully positioned lights, it provided a cozy atmosphere. In this setting, Loft and Korn found themselves engaged in a relaxed discussion.
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Having just heard from their friends about a private party at The Hub at the end of the week, Loft brought up the topic, breaking the comfortable silence between them.
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"Have you heard about the party at The Hub, Korn?" Loft asked, reclining on the plush sofa, his legs casually stretched out.
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"Yeah, I've heard about it too," Korn replied, leaning against the edge of the countertop, nursing a can of beer. The news of The Hub closing its doors to the public for a private event had already made its way to him. Loft turned his attention back to Korn, curiosity sparkling in his eyes.
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"Who's going to be there?" he inquired, taking a sip from his beer can. As Loft's gaze met his, Korn found himself struck by his friend's attractiveness for the first time, his fierce handsome face capturing his attention more than ever before.
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Korn, feeling Loft's eyes on him, answered with a soft gaze of his own. "Mainly our batch, the second-year architecture students. Some juniors, seniors, and a few from other faculties are invited too," he informed, a slow, easy grin forming on his face.
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The mention of inviting other guests sparked a shared idea in both Korn and Loft's minds. Almost simultaneously, they thought of inviting P' Kin. Korn voiced their collective thought, his tone subtly hinting at his hidden feelings for Kin,
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"We should invite P' Kin, don't you think?”
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The conversation between Korn and Loft flowed naturally, their camaraderie evident. Still, beneath the casual banter, there was a sense of reserve and a certain coolness. They were clearly playing their cards close to their chests, not quite ready to lay their feelings about Kin bare.
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