Peace

Chapter 13: Distorted

It is Thursday, a week later. Bright finds himself getting ready for an interview as an editor for books and novels at a publishing company. The interview is set at 10 o'clock in the morning. He fixes his hair one last time in front of the mirror and takes a deep breath.

The publishing company is one of the largest companies in Bangkok, and he is quite nervous about it. Being an editor is something that he has wanted in life. Part of it is because an editor works under minimal supervision. He likes the little independence.

Win has just finished showering. He has a class at 10 a.m. too today. Since it's still early, he wants to stay at home for a little longer and cook breakfast for Bright. He sits on the edge of their bed while watching his boyfriend get ready. "Hey, you're going to smash the interview because you're great," he encourages the handsome man.

Bright turns around from the mirror and Win bursts into a fit of suppressed giggles. His whole body is shaking with mirth. "Ow, why are laughing? Is there something wrong with my appearance?" Bright asks.

Before he gets to panic even more, Win gets up and steps closer to the man. "Why are you wearing your tie like that?" He points to the crooked tie that is done poorly around the collar of Bright's shirt. The older man has a pair of black trousers on with a light blue button-up shirt that is tucked in. He looks very smart and professional.

Bright scratches his forehead and grins at Win. "I actually don't really know how to wear a tie properly," he admits. Win grabs the end of the tie and tugs on it harshly, making Bright stumble towards him. Their chests bump into each other. Bright's breath hitches for a second at the sudden proximity between them. Win smells so good right now.

The younger man bores his eyes into his boyfriend's big eyes. "I'm an expert at tying things," he smirks, not breaking his eye contact with the man at all as his hands are working on the tie.

"Should I be scared, Prince?" Bright plays along with Win.

Win hums, biting his bottom lip in full concentration. "Alright, it's done. You look much more handsome now," he places his palms on Bright's chest. They stay like that for a moment. Both do not care to move because the room is their safe space.

"I'm nervous," Bright pouts. He dips his head down and rests his forehead against Win's shoulder.

Win rubs the older man's back to soothe him down. "You're amazing, babe. There's nothing to be nervous about. I wish you to be successful at getting the job because I know how it'll make you happy," he whispers as his arms travel up to curl around Bright's neck.

Bright looks up and pinches Win's cheek. "Thanks, Prince." Then he remembers something. "Oh, how's Ray? Did he disturb you?" The smile on Win's lips falters at the mention of that name. Ray is back from his suspension. Although he is not in the same class as Win, but- "He disturbed you, didn't he?" Bright asks. His jaw is clenched with anger.

Win shakes his head. "No, no. He did not. I don't think he will. He'll be expelled if he ever does it again," he reassures his boyfriend.

Bright sighs in relief. He doesn't think he can take it if Win gets bullied by Ray again. "Okay, good."

After that, they walk downstairs to have breakfast. Win makes some toasts with scrambled eggs. They feed Ame and Charlotte after eating and leave the house once they make sure everything is safe. Thankfully, the two animals are getting along just fine.

Bright sends Win to the university on his way to the publishing company and he goes straight to the interview afterwards. He spends an hour at the company for the interview, trying to convince the interviewers on what he can contribute to the company. They seem pretty impressed with his resume, a few of his work samples and original works. However, Bright does not want to put high hopes on it as he's scared of being disappointed.