Our Secret (A MingPha Story)

09. A Hidden Feeling

"That's everything I've dug up so far," Fiat concludes in a serious tone. The gang has been going through the probability of Phana's situation. Just as Beam and Tul had suspected, there was a lot of cover-up with the Kongthanin news. 

"That's not a lot of solid evidence going on." Forth mentions. "It would be best if we could talk to Phana since he knows everything that has happened. Nong Yo, do you know if your friends caught up with Ming and Phana?" 

Wayo shakes his head. "There has been no news from them so I think it's going well. Once they contact us, we will depart to their location. We just need a signal." 

Fiat and Kaownah agree by nodding their head. They have been monitoring the news over the last couple of days but nothing has surfaced. Meaning, they are not safe yet. 

Kit glances over the number of people who will be involved in this unknown situation. Wayo, Beam, Forth, Max, Tul, Park, Lam, and himself. Then, there are Fiat and Kaownah coming from Yo's side. Another two men came from Ming's side. A total of 14 people. 

He worries about the outcome and the current whereabouts of Pha and Ming. The diversity of the unknown adds to his worries and uncertainty. As much as he trusts everyone, he worries someone will be hurt in the process. 

Wayo wraps his fingers around his P'Kit's hand. He sends a warm encouraging smile and nods assuringly. He tries to be as strong as possible for his boyfriend and friends who are jumping into an unknown world. 

Kaownah receives a text and frowns at his phone screen. Fiat notices and stops his typing. Wayo also notices and stares at Kaownah, waiting for a response. The entire gang is silent. 

An angelic smile appears on Kaownah's face. "Found it~" He announces in a singing voice. He takes out another phone from his pocket and swipes through his notifications. He stops in a minute and glances back at the rest, a knowing smile rests on his face. 

Wayo gets the signal and stands to his feet. "Let's go. Ai Nah, send us the code later. There are 10 of us. Let's go in two vehicles. Fiat, we depart in 30 minutes." He exchanges a look with his seniors. "Phi... I asked Phi to bring some things for a sleepover right?" 

Everyone responds with a nod, gesturing to the bags lying in the corner of the room. "Good. We don't have time to go back to your dorms in case there's a trace. But don't worry. We'll make it quick." 

Fiat hangs up a call he was speaking to and updates the group. "The cars are arriving in 10 minutes. Wayo, prepare the rest. I'll bring them to the usual place." 

Wayo nods before kissing Kit's cheek. "P'Kit, go with Fiat. I'll meet you guys there. Let's go Ai Nah." 

Both Wayo and Kaownah speed off to Wayo's basement. They unlock a hidden brick wall and enter a vault. Grabbing their needed weapons and self-defence gadgets, they hurry back to meet up with the rest. 

Forth and Max stand in awe watching the two cars reverse into the parking spot. These tall, black and badass truck-like cars are nothing like they have seen before. Park secretly makes a note to ask Wayo where to get a car like this. 

Fiat divides the gang into two: Kit, Yo, Max, Tul and Kaownah in one; Forth, Beam, Park, Lam and himself in the other. The gang splits up in their assigned car and waits for their departure. 

"There's no driver so we will take turns driving. There's caffeine and mints stocked inside the cars to keep us awake. Keep your personal belongings close to you, but switch off your phones. The couples, please stick together and don't separate. We'll figure out a safe division once we meet up with the others. We will also provide one self-defence gadget for each of you. Use it wisely." 

"Is it really necessary?" Lam speaks out for the first time since they met. 

"Yes. At the very least, we'll be dealing with a mafia gang. They do not spare anyone who opposes them." Fiat adds seriously. Just then, Wayo and Kaownah arrive with a bag of pointed-looking items. 

Wayo zips open the bag and takes out several guns. He passes one for Beam, one for Max, and one for Park. Next, he takes out a sharp dagger with a leather grip and hands it to Tul. He digs around the bag for another similar medium-sized dagger for Lam. Lastly, he hands Kit a scalpel with a wink. 

"I figured you'll be more at ease using this, P'Kit." Wayo states dotingly. "P'Forth, you'll stick with your fists right?" Forth gives him a thumbs up. 

Kaownah steps forward to the bag and connects a large gun with its parts, before throwing it to Fiat. He takes out a customized sword and a selection of blades with different lengths and widths. "Ai Yo, your babies!" Wayo grabs hold of his sword and straps his blades onto his belt.

Kaownah takes out his beloved whip and swings it over his shoulder, feeling the clinks of silver chains gently hitting his back. He catches Kit staring at his baby with wide eyes and smirks. 

"Ai Yo. Let's elaborate more in the car... It is time to leave." Wayo nods and bids farewell to his bodyguard, trusting him to take care of everything. And, the gang left with a heavy heart towards their destination. 

Forth and Max takes the first round of driving while Kaownah and Fiat keep their lookout for any traces. Their cars are connected via a radio system that allows them to converse over the journey. 

"So, back to the interest Kit was about to ask..." Wayo begins the conversation as the journey starts. "We each have our own weapon which we're comfortable and highly skilled in combat. Fiat is a sniper and Kaownah has a fetish for chains and whips so he has a customized whip with chains. As for me, I am skilled in sword fights."

Kit nods with wide eyes, seeing his boyfriend in a new light. A mix of unknown and a dangerous bad boy. A mix of a cute and loving boyfriend. He doesn't know how he should feel. 

*****

Kao takes his turn several hours ago while Earth rests his eyes. Tommy joins Kao in the front seat, observing their surroundings. Ming gently rocks Phana in his sleep, stroking the hair that falls on his forehead. 

Tommy notices Ming's gesture and exchanges a look with Kao. They both have never seen Ming being so dotting and gentle with anyone. With Earth trusting Phana at first sight, they know the reason to trust this tall gentle giant. 

"Ai Ming... Does he know?" Tommy whispers in the peaceful truck, nothing but the sound of the engine fumes in action. 

"Mmmm what?" Ming pipes up from his gaze. 

"Your feelings for him... Does he know?" Tommy asks again. 

"He doesn't know. He doesn't need to know...for now. What he needs is a friend, not a lover." Ming whispers, smiling down at Phana, cuddling in his arms. Phana clings deeper to Ming's embrace and lets out a content hum. 

Tommy stays silent. He sees something that Ming doesn't see. He sees Phana's eyes that always follow Ming, he sees Phana's heart screaming for Ming, and he sees Phana's internal whispers reaching for Ming. 

He sees the love Phana has for Ming. 

He sees. And feels. Phana's love. 

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15-04-2021

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