My First Love [Completed]

First

I stayed away conscientiously from Khaotung for the rest of the day, not interacting with him if I didn't have to.

I know we were good friends but there were still aspects of me that he couldn't deal with. Rather than let the friendship strain over time by staying together, I figured moving away would be better. Nong Fourth wanted some help with his scenes so I was busy helping him on top of filming mine.

By the time the day ended, it was close to 10pm. I went to the car and Khaotung was waiting for me.

"I drive today, ok?"

I nodded and just got into the car.

"Manager Khun told me you asked for a change of apartment. Why?"

I looked at him contemplating if I should be honest or tell a lie but before I could say anything, he muttered, "I hope I'm worth the truth."

I sighed. I finally came clean and told him I rather keep the friendship by staying away than together and letting it be strained. Khaotung wanted to retort but i stopped him.

"Let's try this. Maybe you will be happier too. And I will get my friend back. The easygoing and smiley Khaotung. Not the one who snaps at me daily."

He stared at me stunned but I turned away choosing silence for the rest of the trip. Once we got home, I went to make some dinner for myself. He went to get a shower and came out.

"What's for dinner?"

"I made some noodles for myself. Do you want some too? I can make it for you."

Khaotung nodded sheepishly and I made him a bowl too. We ate in silence, occasionally punctured with work discussions. But the air between us was just different. He could sense it. So could I. Just then my manager called, citing he found me a new apartment and I could move in 2 days time. I agreed and I said I swing by tomorrow to check it out since I had no work.

I hung up only for Khaotung to walk away, with his empty bowl and cling clanging everything as he washed the dishes. I ignored him and sat there, pretending to be immersed in my noodles till he went to his room. I sighed as I sat back, wondering if my decision just worsened everything between us.

I couldn't help but look towards his room and feel these little stabs right through me.