Bangladesh to Thailand: The Journey of Nil and Stranger's Love [BL]

Chapter 63: Loves final moment

The incessant click of cameras filled the air as paparazzi surrounded them, capturing every moment with an almost predatory zeal. Amidst the chaos, Nil remained oblivious to the small mishap that had occurred—his collarbone cloth slipping, and a telltale love bite now exposed, immortalized forever in the lenses of those cameras.

As they finally emerged from the bustling scene, Director Kim intercepted Nil, his voice charged with a mix of determination and accusation. "Finally...finally I got you! You have so many questions to answer..."

Kao stepped forward, a voice of reason cutting through the tension. "Kim, We can discuss this tomorrow..."

But Nil, undeterred, stood firm. "Director Kim is right," he affirmed. "I will definitely answer today."

In the aftermath, amidst embraces from Achara and Than, there was a noticeable absence—a void in the gathering that tugged at Nil's heart. His gaze searched, yearning for the familiar presence of Techno, Uncle Tham, and Marry, yet they were nowhere to be found. Turning to Achara, he couldn't help but voice his concern. "Achara, where are Marry and Techno?"

As Achara whisked past, effortlessly diverting attention from Nil's inquiry, the atmosphere shifted. With Achara's departure accompanied by her driver, the remaining ensemble—Than, Nil,  Kao, Director Kim, and Mew—pressed on toward the studio. Despite Nil's repeated inquiries about Techno and Marry, the silence was deafening.

Within the confines of the studio, laying bare the intricacies of their collective predicaments. Director Kim's authoritative voice sliced through the air, issuing a stern directive for Nil to grace every promotional event unaccompanied by Kao. Initially met with resistance, Nil eventually conceded, his resolve firm.

Yearning to reconnect with Uncle Tham, Nil's intentions were met with subtle resistance from Kao, who attempted to divert his attention. "Nil, some things never change. Let us first return home for a quick refreshment before pursuing such endeavors," Kao urged, masking deeper motives beneath his words.

Refusing to be swayed, Nil remained resolute. Reluctantly, Kao acquiesced, leading Nil to the café. As they approached, Nil found himself momentarily captivated by the transformed façade. "It's undergone quite the transformation," he mused, his gaze lingering on the renovated exterior. Sensing Kao's hesitation, Nil hesitated momentarily before stepping into the cafe.

As they crossed the threshold of the quaint cafe, a hush fell over the room. Techno, perched on the owner's chair, caught sight of Nil and a wave of joy illuminated his features. He moved to embrace his friend, only to be intercepted by Mary, her tone laced with simmering anger.

"Techno, restrain yourself," she admonished sharply, her gaze flickering towards Nil with a mix of disdain and caution. "They're stars, after all. Your touch might tarnish them. Please, sirs, take a seat and let us know how we can be of service."

Nil, caught off guard by Mary's hostility, felt a knot of confusion tighten in his chest. "But we're friends, aren't we?" he ventured, his words trailing uncertainly in the charged atmosphere.

Kao, his expression unreadable, remained silent, adding to the tension hanging thick in the air.

Attempting to defuse the situation, Techno stepped in, his voice tinged with regret. "Don't take it to heart, Nil. Mary's just upset with you. You know how she is, and how much she cared for you..."

It was evident to Nil that something significant had transpired in his absence. "Techno, please, enlighten me," he implored, his gaze scanning the room. "And where is Uncle Tham?" His calls echoed, unanswered, through the space.

A pallor washed over Kao's face, his features contorted with weighty emotion. Techno, on the verge of tears, struggled to maintain his composure amidst the swirling currents.