You... Always & Forever (COMPLETED)

CHAPTER 1

JUSTIN GULF

"Hey Justin! The team will have a celebration tonight. Come and join us."

I smile.

"Pass, maybe next time. I am still.working on Mrs. Rungtiva's kitchen design."

"Ghaaad! For goodness sake Jus, it's Friday! Let's enjoy the weekend for now. Plus, that design is due on two weeks. And you're almost done with that."

That, is Margie and Anastasia. My best friends at work. And as usual, they kept on bugging me to go clubbing with them. And , as always, I answer no.

"I'm sorry friends, Mama is alone tonight,the house help is on a day off. You know I can't leave her when no one is with her, I'm really sorry."

They sighed. Of course, when I told them that it is because of Mama, they wouldn't bother to convince me anymore.

"You know bestie, there is a saying: All, work and no play, makes Justine Gulf a du girl, but in your case,it's a a dull gay!"

"Bye! See you on Monday!"

I waved back. "Bye guys, enjoy your weekend."

After that, I pack all the things I needed and decided to head home.

As I am on my way, I saw our favorite cafe. The memories of him keep flooding like a river. I slowed down and look at the place, I almost saw him and me having drinks on our favorite spot. I feel my chest tightened. And before a tear went down my face I take a deep breath and start driving again.

A few minutes after, I arrived at our small house. As I park my car outside I heard the front door open. And there i saw my mom. She has this warm smile that could easily drew my tiredness away.

I walk to her and hugged her tight. "Hi Mama. I'm home."

"Hello my handsome baby, come I prepared dinner. Are you hungry?"

"So much Mama. What did you cook?"

"Your favorite stir fried pork basil, and stir fried spicy fish."

My mouth watered at what she said. I grabbed her arm and dragged her to the dinning room and excitedly open up the food on the table. I look into her before eating,

"Thanks mama, you're the best."

"You're welcome my baby. Now eat more. I know you are tired. And I saw you take a lot of works at home. Don't you want to hang out with your friends? Or co-workers?"

I shook my head. "I can't leave you alone Ma, you know that. You're the only family I have. I don't wanna loose you too. "

She looked into my eyes. And I know she saw something but never asked. "Okay, finished your food and rest before you work again okay? "

I nod and continue eating.

AFTER eating and cleaning the dishes. I saw my mom walking towards me to say goodnight. I hugged and kissed her forehead before guiding her to er room. After she closed the door, I went on my working room to do some coloring for the kitchen design.

It was almost 3 in the morning when I stop. I have to rest my eyes. I wash my hands and lay in my bed. Now, here goes me problem.

I can't sleep.

I am starting to think about him.

It's been seven years but I still feel THAT pain.

Tears started streaming down my cheeks as I remember the reason why were not together anymore.

I fell asleep with tears in my eyes, with him in my mind.

I WAS awakened by a text message from my phone. It was Bai, my best friend since highschool. She is inviting me for. Lunch at their home.

Oh, I forgot, his husband, Ritz is also my best friend. We were like a trio, then when HE came, he was added to the circle.

I shake my head. I have to erase this thoughts on my mind. Bai will know that I have beeb thinking about him before I sleep again.

I looked at the clock and it was almost 11:30am. I rush to the bathroom and took a quick bath. I choose to wear a comfortable sweat shirt and pants. I grabbed my keys and my phone texting her that I am on my way.

I saw my mom reading a magazine on the sofa.

"Hey mom, Bai texted me. She is inviting me to lunch. Will you be okay in here?"

She smiled. "Go have fun baby. I'll be okay. The househelp is here. Say my hi to the both of them."

I kissed and hugged her then proceed to my car. While I am driving I started playing music from my car stereo. But I instantly regret when I heard the song.

(Please play the media above ☺️)

"If you're not the one then why does my soul feel glad today?

If you're not the one then why does my hand fit yours this way?

If you are not mine then why does your heart return my call?

If you are not mine would I have the strength to stand at all?

I'll never know what the future brings
But I know you're here with me now
We'll make it through
And I hope you are the one I share my life with

I don't want to run away but I can't take it, I don't understand
If I'm not made for you then why does my heart tell me that I am?
Is there any way that I can stay in your arms?"

I hit the off button before it releases another line. I touched my cheeks and feel it wet. That song reminds me of him.
The way he sang that before is like a dream now. Me wishing it would happen again.

I dried my face and get back to driving. So much emotions is what I am feeling right now that I just want to drive back home and work to divert my attention. But my best friends will be very mad if I won't go.

When I reach their home, I took a deep breath, plaster a smile and walk to the gate. When I am on the front door, I was greeted by Dr. Ritz Ruangritz, wearing an apron, holding a ladle.

What a funny scene!

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AN: Hello sweethearts! Thank you for reading my first story WHEN THE NIGHT FALLS. ❤️ Here is the first chapter of  my next story. Hoping to receive the same love for this one. 💞💞