Extras: Saturday
Main story: (Completed)
Neo and Charles are rival bakers who owns neighboring pastry shops. They constantly compete to create the most delicious treats in town. One day, a baking competition brings them together, and they're forced...
As Neo and Charles arrived at the Subway, their outfits exuded a charming and casual vibe that perfectly matched the artistic ambiance of the museum.
Neo opted for a stylish graphic t-shirt paired with well-fitted jeans, while Charles chose a crisp button-down shirt with a pair of tailored trousers. Their attire was perfect for an art museum.
The soft lighting of the museum illuminated their outfits, casting a flattering glow on them.
As they strolled through the gallery, Neo and Charles became part of the living artwork themselves. Their shared smiles and animated conversations added to the vibrant energy of the space, creating a captivating scene for onlookers.
As they continued to immerse themselves in the world of art, Neo stood in front of the mesmerizing flower vase painting, he felt an inexplicable connection.
The vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes seemed to come alive, whispering secrets only he could hear. It was as if the painting was speaking directly to his soul, igniting a spark of inspiration within him.
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Lost in the beauty of the artwork, Neo's mind began to wander. He imagined himself holding a paintbrush, ready to create his own masterpiece. But instead of envisioning himself painting on a canvas, his gaze shifted to his friend Charles. A mischievous thought crossed his mind - what if he used Charles as his living canvas?
The idea grew stronger as Neo continued to study the painting. He imagined the vibrant hues and bold strokes of paint adorning Charles' skin, transforming him into a walking work of art.
The thought of Charles becoming a living representation of Neo's creativity filled him with excitement and anticipation.
Neo envisioned splashes of color dancing across Charles' face, accentuating his features and bringing out his natural charm.
He imagined vibrant blues and greens swirling along Charles' arms, creating a mesmerizing visual spectacle. The idea of using Charles as his canvas ignited a playful and artistic energy within Neo, as he imagined the transformation taking place right before his eyes. He mumbled,
Neo: He would look damn hot!
Neo's mind snapped back to reality, when he heard a soft, melodic voice calling out,
Lady: Charles, I'm here.
The sound of the voice sent a jolt of anxiety through Neo's body, as if his heart had been shattered into a million pieces. He felt a wave of confusion and sadness wash over him, unsure of what was happening.
Turning his gaze towards Charles, Neo saw Charle's face light up with a warm smile, his hand raised in a friendly wave.
Neo's thoughts became a tangled mess as he struggled to process his emotions. He felt a mix of jealousy, insecurity, and a deep sense of loss.
It was as if his world had been turned upside down in an instant. He couldn't help but wonder if Charles had a connection with this woman that he didn't know about, a connection that threatened their relationship.
He took a deep breath, summoning the courage to approach Charles and the woman. With each step, his anxiety began to dissipate, replaced by a determination to understand and communicate.
As he reached them, Neo mustered a smile, trying to hide the turmoil within. He greeted the woman politely, he said to Charles,
Neo: You should've told me that someone else is going to come here too.
Charles: Ahh, actually Chloe called me in the morning she wanted to meet me but I didn't want to ruin our plan. So, I told her to come here.
Chloe wrapped her hand around Charles arm with a smile while Neo stood there, frozen in his confusion and sadness, he realized that he needed to confront his feelings head-on. He interrogated,
Neo: Well, Who is she?
Charles: Sorry for the late introduction. Chloe, He is my best friend Neo. We were enemies at first but now we are best friends. And Neo she is Chloe, my half sister.
Chloe: Hello nice to meet you. I'm the daughter of his father but our mothers are different.
A wave of realization washed over Neo as he understood.
Charles revealed,
Charles: She recently returned from France and needed my help to settle here. Also she is the one who talked to you on the phone.
Neo: But she said hello babe.
Chloe bursted into laughter, whereas Charles glared her.
Chloe: I'm sorry, As soon as I realised it wasn't brother's voice I pulled a prank on you. Sorry! Hehehe.
Neo's mind raced, trying to process this new information he was joining the dots that why Charles had been receiving so many calls. It was his sister who had been reaching out to him, using a new phone number.
In that moment, Neo couldn't help but feel foolish for jumping to conclusions and making assumptions about Charles and Chloe.
He realized how easily he had let his insecurities get the best of him. But beneath the embarrassment, there was a profound sense of joy. He was grateful to have Charles all to himself, to share their bond without any interference.
He was grateful for the opportunity to learn from his mistake and grow as a person. In that moment, he made a silent promise to himself - to never let assumptions and insecurities cloud his judgment again.
In the end, this experience taught Neo a valuable lesson about the power of communication, trust, and the importance of not jumping to conclusions.
Charles asked both of them,
Charles: So where should we go for lunch? It's already 3:53.
Chloe asked Neo: You should recommend us. After all it was your plan.
Neo: Sure, how about Italian today?
Chloe: That's my favourite!!! You've won my heart Neo!!!
Chloe bombarded Neo with finger hearts and winks. Whereas Charles wrapped her hands in jealousy.
They went in the direction of an Italian restaurant, Neo led the path as they both followed.
Chloe whispers to Charles,
Chloe: "So he is Neo, your crush!?"
Charles (shyly) : Yeah... but don't reveal it right now!!!
Chloe: Thank you for inviting me. I'm happy to see him. He seems like a nice guy. I'm rooting for you brother!!
Charles was glad to invite Chloe, one of his family member to meet Neo. He thought now he can proceed further with Chloe's support.
