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“Narak” , Pete whispered to himself as he stared at his love . Niran was sleeping peacefully , his eyelashes resting in the shade of his silky hair . It was one chilly day , when Pete had offered to share his bed with Niran . Though there was more than one room in that house , apparently for Niran it had good energy flow and for Pete his whole childhood . Both were unwilling to leave the room and had come to an agreement of sharing it.
After the whole thing with the prime minister , both Niran and Pete had decided to take a break from yao hunting . Pete started college and Niran went on a journey to find his inner peace(metaphorically) and relax . Ploy had moved in , at first Niran thought of moving out but was stopped by Pete’s puppy eyes , things were still awkward between them but Niran managed , anything for his one sided love that he failed to accept .
Rays of sunlight dawned on them through the semi transparent amber curtains . They were cozied up in a single blanket , close to each other , warmth clouding their bodies into a soft fuzzy feeling . Staring at his face lovingly Pete drifted back to sleep .
It was a weekday , Niran woke up Pete for college , it was late . Pete hurried to dress up while Niran cooked him breakfast . Pete dashed through the hallway , his bag swung over his shoulder , his clothes wrinkled , “Eat before you go" ,Niran called out plating the omelette . He rushed to the kitchen , gobbled it up in one go , “See you in the evening darling" , he smiled with his mouth full and dashed away . Niran sighed , he couldn’t stop himself from smiling , there was only one thing in his head , he called me darling .“What are you smiling for ? “, he was caught off guard . Ploy entered the kitchen who was also ready for college , “Aren’t you late ?” , he asked as his face stiffened .
“You were all smiley face “ , she imitated him, smiling wide with her teeth . “I didn’t look like that” , he tried to argue , handing her breakfast . “You did “, eating her omelette with a fork unlike Pete . “When are you going to tell him ?”, she asked diverting her attention to him from the eggs . “Tell what ?" he looked puzzled . “That you like him , that you blush every time he smiles , that you wake up early just to make him breakfast “she asked . “We are just friends , good friends “ , … “Yeah, yeah , say that to yourself.”
It was long day for Niran , alone in the big house without Pete . He wondered how he spent his days before. He had tried everything from meditating , yoga to watching love island . It was evening already , he was just waiting for Pete to get home . These days his life revolved around Pete , he wondered if it was because of the bond or something else,we are just friends . Vrooom , there was loud noise outside , Niran’s face bloomed , Pete had returned home . He rushed to the door , “Hey” he greeted. “Hey” , Pete greeted back as he parked his bike . “I bought some Pad thai” , he said , showing the bag .
They headed in . Pad Thai was delicious , “How was class ?” , Niran asked ,they had made themselves comfy on the sofa watching TV . “Hm Hm" , Pete replied , silence took over them . The TV was playing some old film , their hands rested beside each other . Pete saw the opportunity , he gently slid his hands on top of Niran’s , Yes , Yes , Yes !!!! , Pete’s heart was going on a roller coaster . Niran didn’t seem to notice , or did he .After a minute or two , Pete suddenly remembered something ,“I met an old friend today “ , he started .
“Oh”
“Yeah”, Pete continued .
“She needs our help “ , Niran turned to look at him .
“I am home “ , Ploy returned from her classes . Pete’s attention turned to her , “Welcome home , I’ve bought food" ,. “Thank you" , Ploy replied as she headed to her room . “As I was saying , my friend is in danger “ , he turned back to Niran . “What happened ? “ , Ploy questioned .
“Remember Kamon , I met her today while buying dinner . She invited me to her bar , as soon as I entered the bar I sensed some black energy floating around , it felt evil .” he said , turning around to look at both NIran and Ploy . “That’s why , Niran ,help her. “, Niran nodded , “Mm , let’s pay her a visit tomorrow" . Pete smiled , his grip on Niran’s hand tightening gently . Niran smiled back , he looks soo cute , oh my god I could kiss him right now , Pete thought looking at him.
He diverted his attention to Ploy , “Go freshen up , I will bring the food" , Pete stood up and walked to the kitchen , as soon as he was out of the frame . Ploy turned to Niran , “Just a heads up , she is his ex from school “ , she whispered to him before heading to her room .