Under the Same Umbrella ☔ : A Tale of Love

Chapter 11:Envy and Affection

As the morning sun gently kissed the horizon, Boss stirred from his slumber, his thoughts immediately drifting to Noeul.

With a smile tugging at his lips, he reached for his phone, sending a heartfelt good morning message to brighten Noeul's day.

Noeul, still nestled in the warmth of his blankets, couldn't help but grin when he saw Boss's message.

"Good morning, phi," he replied, feeling a rush of excitement at the prospect of seeing Boss later.

In their usual playful banter,
Boss: "How about we meet after your classes today?" he suggested, his tone filled with anticipation.

Noeul's heart skipped a beat at the thought of spending more time with Boss. "That sounds great, phi!" he exclaimed, eager for the day ahead.

Boss : "I'll pick you up from the university, then we can head to your cafe together, and I'll drop you home afterward," he suggested, his voice brimming with warmth and affection.

Noeul : "That sounds perfect, phi!" he replied, a hint of laughter in his voice.

Boss : "Don't forget to tell Forth and Donut that you'll be with me today," he added, chuckling at the thought of their friends' reactions.

With their plans set and anticipation building, Boss and Noeul exchanged one final round of goodbyes, their hearts fluttering with the promise of the day ahead.
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At the breakfast table, Forth and Donut sat with Noeul, munching on their morning meal.

Noeul excitedly informed them about his plans with Boss for the day, but their response was nothing short of teasing.

"Looks like Noeul has his own personal bodyguard now!" Forth exclaimed with a grin.

"A caretaker, a new friend, a partner-what more could you ask for?"

Noeul chuckled, shaking his head.
"It's not like that, phi.Boss just wants to hang out with me today."

Forth leaned in with a mischievous glint in his eye. "Come on, spill the beans, Noeul. What really happened yesterday? You were practically glowing!"

Blushing, Noeul insisted, "Nothing much, really..."

But Donut wasn't convinced.

"No way, something definitely happened between you two. You're just too adorable to resist! I bet Boss is smitten by your cuteness."

Forth nodded in agreement.
"Yeah, I saw the way he was looking at you yesterday."

"No, guys, stop it," Noeul protested, feeling his cheeks flush even more.
"It was nothing like that. He just hugged me because I was a bit emotional."

However, the curiosity of Forth and Donut was insatiable. "Come on, Noeul, spill the details!" they urged eagerly.

Finally giving in, Noeul recounted the events of the previous night, including the heartfelt conversation...

They were happy that Noeul finally had found someone special who valued him deeply.

Forth and Donut playfully said "Now that you've got a new partner, don't forget about us, okay?"

Noeul replied, his voice filled with emotion....

"You both have been there for me through thick and thin, You guys were there for me when I needed help the most, during my struggles and dark days. I can't forget that. Our friendship means the world to me, and I'll always be there for you, no matter what."