Under the Same Umbrella ☔ : A Tale of Love

Chapter 38 : "Forever Starts Today: A Proposal for Eternity"

In the quiet of the night, as the moon bathed the room in its soft glow, Chaikamon, noticed his beloved couldn't find sleep.

Boss: "Still awake, sweetheart?"

Eul: "Yes, Phi, can't seem to drift off."

Boss: "Oh? Anything on your mind? Come here, let's talk about it."

Boss enveloped Eul in his warm embrace, his fingers gently brushing through Eul's hair, a soothing gesture to lull him to sleep.

Eul: "Phi, you forgot something," he pouted, his expression akin to that of a cute bunny seeking attention.

Boss: "What, baby? Anything special? Related to work, family, or friends? Tell me, did I forget something?" He asked, squeezing Eul's cheeks and pinching his nose playfully.

Eul paused, looking down, his heart heavy with a mix of disappointment and longing.

Eul: "Nothing, Phi. I'm sleepy now."

Boss: "Let's sleep then."

With a gentle hug, Boss tried to comfort Eul, but sleep eluded him.

His mind was filled with questions, wondering why this year, of all years, Boss seemed to have forgotten his birthday.

Each passing moment felt heavier as Eul grappled with uncertainty and a longing for the warmth of recognition and love on his special day.

Morning, In the bustling office, Eul sat with a small frown, lost in thought, his mind clouded with questions about love and longevity.

Peat: "Hey, cutie! What's got you sitting like this? Deep in thought, huh?" Peat's hand gently stroked Eul's head.

Eul: "It's nothing... I was just thinking, can love remain the same intensity for a long time, or does it fade over the years?" Eul's tone held a touch of uncertainty as he pouted slightly.

Peat chuckled softly, a warm smile playing on his lips.

Peat: "Ah, did something happen? Did Phi say something to upset you?"

Eul: "No, Peat... Phi loves me so much. He cares for me like a kid... I'm very happy. He anticipates my needs before I even express them, always putting me before himself. But this year, he forgot my birthday... He didn't even wish me. Since last night, I've been waiting... Morning came, and he left for the office without a word. Everyone else wished me - my sister, Phi's family, and our friends - but not him."

Peat listened attentively,

Peat: "Ah, I see... Such a small matter, isn't it? You've said yourself how much he loves you. Maybe he just forgot this year... He'll remember and wish you, don't worry. And don't overthink it - his love for you remains the same."

Eul: "Hmm, maybe you're right... I might be thinking too much. He's been busy lately with his new project at the company... Maybe that's why. I'll wait until tonight."

Peat: "Why don't you tell him?"

Eul: "No, I want him to remember on his own," he said, pouting cutely.

Peat chuckled, shaking his head affectionately.

Peat: "You and your cute acts... It's impossible not to love you, Eul."

As Eul left the office, a heavy weight settled in his heart as Boss's call confirmed his fears - he wouldn't be home early.

The anticipation of his birthday celebrations dimmed as he resigned himself to the belief that Boss had forgotten completely.

Upon arriving home, Eul's shoulders slumped with disappointment, his face wearing a mask of sadness as he stepped inside.

But then, as if on cue, a chorus of voices erupted into a joyful cacophony.