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A/N: This fanfic idea came to my sleep-induced brain when I was rudely woke up by the sound of cyclone wind in the middle of the night.
I actually took leave with a vacation plan in my mind but this so-called ‘Gulab’ cyclone spoiled all my plans. So, instead of wasting it by laying on bed leisurely, thought of writing it and publishing it as a short story.
If it didn’t reach up to your expectations, blame my sleepy brain but I thought it’ll be cute... so, going ahead with this idea.
Kongpob is checking his phone after coming out of his class to find a couple of missed calls from his mother. Thinking it might be an emergency, he immediately called back after excusing himself from his friends.
Reason? He didn’t want his friends to listen to how he talks to his parents especially his nickname at home ‘Simba’.
“Mae!!” Kongpob adorably called his mother who cooed at her son’s voice. Kongpob’s family share a good rapport amongst them that Kongpob hardly felt the need of any friends. His father takes the role of a guide, philosopher as well as a best friend. Mother, who is more like a safety life jacket for him... always encourages Kongpob to have the best adventurous life, also ensures his safety in all terms.
His elder sister, Kamon, who’s like a second mother to him... starting from his daily routine, she used to take care of her baby brother when Kongpob used to stay at home.
His second elder sister, Kanita who likes to tease him in any given situation, but still pampers him with all his favorite things including the special edition English novels from his favorite authors, even though those creates a dent in her wallet. Nothing less than best for her favorite brother.
“What is my baby Simba doing?” Krystal, Kongpob’s mother asked lovingly
“Your baby just came from classes. After lunch, I have one more class and then... will go back to the dorm and start with my assignment” Kongpob replied
“Is the deadline of the assignment is near?”
“No, Mae... it’s due in two weeks but just wanted to finish off”
“Ok...then when are you starting for home?” Krystal asked
“Home? Did I missed something?” Kongpob asked confusingly
“Ah... didn’t you hear about the upcoming cyclone? And I heard from your sister, Kanita that your university already announced holidays. Didn’t you know?”
“Sorry, Mae... I didn’t open my college message group yet. But...”
“But?”
“I am not sure if P’Arthit is going back home. He didn’t inform me anything” Kongpob is thinking to go to his home or not. He didn’t want his P’Arthit to be alone.
“Just check with him once before taking any decision. If he’s not going home, I advise you to stay with him. Like this, you both will spend some time together amidst all this college stress”
“Thanks, Mae” Kongpob can only thank the angels out there for gifting the best family in the world.
“Have you given him the vitamin supplements I asked you to”
“Yes, Mae... He interrogated me for at least one hour as to why I bought this for him” Kongpob shuddered thinking of all the questions Arthit threw on him when he, out of the blue, appeared in front of Arthit’s dorm to deliver the supplements his mother asked to forward.
“To avoid these situations, you should tell him that we already know and bring him home. He’ll warm up in no time”
“I know, Mae... but we never spoke about involving families yet. He’s in the fourth year and from next semester, his internship will start. I don’t want to stress him about these things on top of his studies.” Kongpob replied, despite having the urge to enter his house, holding Arthit’s wrist.
“Yeah... you’re right but I advise you to inform him that we know. I don’t want you both to have any misunderstandings because of this. After talking to Arthit, let me know. I will send the car for you if required”
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“P’Arthit...” Kongpob and Arthit’s friends are having lunch together in the university canteen. After announcing their relationship, they usually have lunch together if timing favors.
“Yes,” Arthit replied in a whisper tone as Bright and Prem are arguing about the existence of dinosaurs.
“I heard about the cyclone and our holidays... You’re leaving to home?”
“No, Kong!! I will stay here. After the cyclone, usually, transportation services will be disrupted and it will be a mess to return. I don’t want Por to take the trouble to drop me back in his car” Arthit replied and focusing on Kongpob’s expressions, he asked, “You... are planning... to leave?”
Arthit was planning to spend time with his lover. Because of being the last year, he had loads of assignments, projects, and internships that they hardly get time to spend time. Yes, they have dinners and sleepovers but that’s not enough for Arthit but the other won’t voice out, as usual.
“No, P’Arthit!! After classes, let’s go grocery shopping. It’s better to stock up our pantry for at least a week” Arthit’s smile widened and nodded giddily.
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“I’m done!!” Arthit collapsed on the bed after placing the shopping bags at the center of Kongpob’s room. They decided to stay at Kongpob’s place as Arthit’s room may need a cleaning company to clean the mess, he created😆.
“P’Arthit, You take rest. I will bring your clothes and dinner for us.” Kongpob spoke but Arthit sat straight thinking of Kongpob visiting his room which already looks like a war-broke area.
“Why? to my room...”
“To bring some clothes, P’Arthit. There’re only two pairs of dresses here. You might need your things, right?”
“That’s... fine!! I will... use yours” Arthit replied but in a low tone and ducked his face inside the blanket to hide his blush. Arthit loves when he gets to wear Kongpob’s clothes. Having a lean body compared to Kongpob’s, those will look cute and also seductive, if they want any action.
Smirking, Kongpob sat beside Arthit and asked again “What did you just say?”
“Fuck off” Arthit shouted from inside.
“With all my pleasure” Kongpob replied and leaned down to kiss his cute-adorable ball and continued “But I need to feed you first before making you tired” Without giving chance for Arthit to beat Kongpob, he sprinted away with a loud thud of the door.
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According to the weather report, the cyclone effect will start from midnight and Kongpob is getting restless. The continuous rain and wind are scaring him.
He doesn’t know the exact reason, but the cyclone is something that always scares him. Blame those news channels that continuously flash with the number of deaths and disruptions wind created at that time He can handle thunderstorms and heavy rainfall but the sound of twirling cyclone wind sound... it’s terrible.
Nothing will happen to them as they stay on the sixth floor but still... he’s scared. That’s the reason why his mother asked him to come. But Kongpob didn’t want to leave Arthit alone here.
“Kong... what are you thinking?” Arthit asked while placing his manga book aside. After dinner, somehow Kongpob is getting zoned out and continuously looking outside the window. This started when Kongpob went to the balcony to fetch the dried clothes and suddenly the wind speed increased along with pouring rain.
“No... Nothing, P’Arthit!! Let’s sleep” Kongpob said and already started to get inside the duvet but Arthit on the other hand is looking at the other confused. Normally, Kongpob always initiates for make-out before going to bed but today...
What’s wrong with him?
