I changed for you

4

Then next day after completing all his classes he went to the main house. Porsche had sent Pol to receive him at the gates.
"Good evening, Chay." Pol had become comfortable and relaxed with Porsche's younger brother. It wasn't uncommon to mention him by his name instead of calling him "sir" like the other guards did.
"Good afternoon P'Pol. How have you been?"
"I'm doing just fine. Let's get inside." He lead Chay directly to his mother's room.
"Porsche is already inside. You can meet him there." Pol left after instructing Chay.
He stood outside the door and took a deep breathe. Then he gently knocked on the door.
To his surprise, his mother opened it.
"Good evening, Chay." she said with a smile.

Chay was stunned. A warmth spread all over his body. Her simple words could provide so much love to him. He was amazed.
"Good evening, Ma."
He entered the room smiling brightly. Porsche was sitting on the brown couch waving at Chay.
He took a seat besides his brother as his mother sat on the chair in front of the canvas.

"I told Ma all about you. She was so eager to meet you. The first meeting wasn't great but I think now both of you will be a little more relaxed." Porsche initiated the conversation.
"I knew that Ma wasn't in the best condition and her memory is blurry so I didn't mind the previous meeting. I was a little scared, I admit, but she has improved already. I want to be close to you too Ma just like bro is." Chay added.

The woman smiled and their conversation began. They talked for hours, telling the lady all about their lives and feelings.
Chay was still a bit reluctant to open up. He was treading slowly.
"Don't worry, Chay. I talked to her earlier. She's ready to accept our family. It took me a month to win her trust but I succeeded."
"Bro, you are amazing! You took care of the minor family's responsibility too."
"I can't take full credit for that. I was helped a lot by Kinn." Porsche smiled.
"Talking of P'Kinn. Where is he?" Chay questioned.
"You're right. He must be waiting for dinner. I completely lost track of time!" "Ma, do you want to join us for dinner?" Chay asked.
She shook her head in reply hinting that she would be me comfortable eating in her room.
"Chay, let's go. Kinn is waiting and you can meet Khun again." Porsche lead his younger brother out.
"Good night, Ma." He said before leaving.

In the dining hall Chay's eyes landed on Kim. He was sitting on a table next to Khun, in front of Kinn.
Chay hoped for earth to swallow him whole. His body tensed up, his palms became sweaty.
Kim looked at Chay, an expression he had never displayed. He was looking at him longingly.

Chay was so confused. What was that look? Did Kim really believe Chay would oblige to the requests he expressed in the note? Hell no. Who does he think he is? Chay was determined to stand his ground and pretend Kim did not exist. He was not here to forgive and definitely not to forfeit this war. He will prove his strength now. He was more than able to face this fucker.

But Chay wasn't the only one who was confused. Kim saw the anger in his eyes. He was sure Chay was cursing him in his mind. He shuffled in his seat and diverted his gaze from the small figure that got closer.

Chay made the bold decision and sat next to Kim. He wanted to prove his point. He wanted to show Kim that he was unbothered by his existence no matter how close or far.

Kim was in absolute shock. He couldn't process this. Had Chay forgiven him? Did the note work? He had so many questions. He became lost in his thoughts.

The others had began eating and were participating in casual chatter. Chay was talking to Kinn as he began filling his plate.
The door of the dining hall opened once again.
Vegas, Pete and Macau entered the hall.
"Khun Nu! Good evening!" Pete exclaimed with a big smile on his face.
Vegas did not look particularly happy but he kept walking alongside Pete. Macau waved at everyone and took the seat besides Chay.
Tankhun sat at the head of the table and his annoyed expression was visible to everyone.
"Oho Pete! Why did you bother bringing everyone here. Just having you would've been fine."
"It's very nice to meet you too." Vegas replied sarcastically.
"Vegas, Khun Nu. Let's just have dinner in peace. I missed you all so much!" Pete took a seat next to Porsche, in front of Macau.
Vegas sat on the end of the table, facing Tankhun directly.

Pete and Porsche got busy with their own conversation. Macau was casually talking to Chay. They were the same age and got along well.
Meanwhile Khun and Vegas shot each other deadly glares. Everyone was used to their quarrels so they didn't bother paying attention.

Apart from all this commotion, Kim hadn't touched his food. He was lost in his thoughts. Porchay was sitting right next to him and yet had not addressed him. Not even once.
It was making him anxious. He wanted to shut Macau up and keep Chay to himself.

So that's what he did.