RAINBOWALL - [MAXNAT] FANFIC

CHAPTER 22 - LIPS 👄

FYI - Start from now on, I will not use any of MAXNAT photo for this Fanfic because it's hard to find a photo suit the situation.

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Max finally gave up waiting for Nath. He smiled at the staff, as if signaling that he was about to leave.

Max: Can I lie to Lyn and say I've completed her request ? “ Talking to himself ”

As the sliding door opened, Max walked out, unaware of the person walking beside him. Suddenly, a voice called out his name.

“ MAX ! ”

Max froze, turning toward the source of the voice. Before he could react, the person grabbed his wrist and pulled him into a run.

Panting from the sudden sprint, the person spoke in a serious tone, his voice strained from running.

“ What are you doing here ? ”

Max was stunned. This person was so close—so close that it made it hard for him to breathe.

“ I asked, what are you doing here ? ”

Finally, the person looked at Max after making sure the area outside the building was clear. The proximity between them was overwhelming—so close that their lips were mere inches apart. The awkward silence made their breathing the only sound filling the space between them.

Just then, a phone rang, abruptly breaking the tension. If not for that call, they might have ended up staring at each other for the rest of the day.

Leo: Mr ?! Where are you ?! You should be in the office, but I don't see you anywhere ! “ Worried ”

Nath: I had something to take care of. Umm… I'll be there in a few minutes.

Leo: Okay… please hurry. Neth is arriving soon.

Nath ended the call and turned back to Max.

Nath: You still haven't answered my question. What are you doing here 🤨 ?

Max: Umm, I… I'm just… 😶

Nath: You’re just what ? If I hadn't been hiding here with you, my big brother might have seen us by now, and that would’ve caused a big problem. They’d think you’re some crazy fan.

Max quickly extended his hands, offering the drinks, food, and flowers he had prepared earlier that morning.

Max: This ! I just wanted to give this to you. I really wanted to apologize. “ Glancing at Nath’s still-bandaged hand ”

Nath couldn’t believe it—Max had come all this way just to properly apologize.

Max: Umm… I prepared food for you, and here’s your favorite drink—Earl Grey. Sorry, it’s probably cold now. You can reheat it later, or if you prefer it cold, just add some ice.

Nath tried to hide his smile. Max was so nervous in front of him. Seeing this different side of Max made Nath think, “ His face looks fierce, but he’s actually kind of cute ”

“ Nath, what do you mean His face looks fierce but cute 😌 ? - Sincerely, the author 🌼 ”

Max: Can you take this too…? “ Hands over a white orchid ”

Nath accepted the flower and, despite himself, smiled again.

Max: The flowers were fresh, but after waiting so long for you, they don’t look as fresh anymore.