Under the Same Umbrella ☔ : A Tale of Love

Chapter 27 : Forever yours

As Noeul sat beside Boss on the bed, memories flooded his mind, replaying the moments that led to their breakup.

He realized the depth of Boss's love for him, the unwavering devotion that had endured for three long years.

Surprised by the sight of his belongings scattered around the room-gifts, photos, videos, a scrapbook filled with heartfelt messages-Noeul's heart ached with a mixture of pain and longing.

Running his fingers through Boss's hair, Noeul leaned down to kiss his forehead, cupping his face gently in his hands as tears cascaded down his cheeks.

In the midst of his crying and sobbing, Boss stirred awake, startled by the sight of Noeul's tears.

With a rush of concern, he pulled Noeul into a tight embrace, holding him close as if to shield him from further pain, panic surged through him.

"Baby, what's wrong? Why are you crying like this?" he whispered, his voice trembling with concern.

"Tell me, Phi is here. Did someone hurt you? Did I do something last night when I was drunk? Are you angry with Phi?"

He reached out, pulling Noeul into a gentle embrace, holding him close like a fragile porcelain doll.

Tenderly, he brushed away Noeul's tears, his heart breaking at the sight of his beloved in such distress.

Pressing a kiss to Noeul's forehead, he repeated softly, "Please, stop crying. I can't bear to see you like this."

"No, Phi," Noeul choked out between sobs, his voice barely above a whisper. "No, Phi, it's not you. It's everything... I'm sorry..."

As Boss held Noeul close, he felt his heart ache at the sound of Noeul's apology. "I don't blame you. I could never hate you. I love you more than words can say."

Boss began to rub Noeul's back, his touch soothing and comforting, his hand moved to pat Noeul's head, a gesture of reassurance and love. "Shh, it's okay, baby," he murmured soothingly. "You don't have to apologize. Phi is here for you, always."

But Noeul's tears continued to fall, his voice barely a whisper as he confessed, "Phi, see that small room over there?" Noeul pointed towards it, "I went to that  room and saw your stuff there na, and I felt so bad, guilty for hurting you... I'm sorry, Phi..."

Boss's heart shattered at Noeul's words, the weight of his sorrow almost too much to bear. "Oh, my sweet Baby," he whispered, pulling Noeul into an even tighter embrace. "You have nothing to be sorry for. It's not your fault darling"

Boss tenderly wiped away Noeul's tears,  "Seeing you, collecting your pictures, being a fan of your dance... it all brings me so much joy. Why are you crying over something so simple, my love?"

"No, Phi," Noeul choked out, his voice trembling with emotion. "I read your book, and... I felt awful... I hurt you," he confessed, his words heavy with remorse.

Boss's eyes softened with understanding,
Feeling Noeul tremble in his arms, Boss gently wiped away his tears, his own eyes glistening with unshed tears. "Shh," he murmured softly. "You didn't hurt me na. I understand you, sweetheart. I told you, it's not your fault. And last time, you cried all night and got a fever... Now, too... Plz stop crying ..Your happiness means everything to me."

Noeul buried his face in Boss's chest, clutching onto his shirt with trembling hands as he pouted amidst his tears. "Phi," he whispered between sobs,

As Noeul's tears fell unchecked, he managed to ask amidst sobs, "Why aren't you asking me for the reason now?"

Boss, his heart breaking at Noeul's distress, gently lifted his chin and replied, "I'm here for you, baby. I can wait. Just take your time."

Noeul's voice trembled with emotion as he questioned, "Why are you so good to me?"