Unrequited

13

That night, Pooh made a difficult decision. He couldn't go back home, not after what had happened. He told his mother that he would be spending a few days at Thanapon's house, but in reality, he had a different plan. He packed a small bag and made his way to Captain Pavel's house, hoping to find solace and comfort there.

As Pooh approached Pavel's house, he saw the captain through a window, playing with a cat. Pavel's sweet smile and gentle demeanor made Pooh's heart ache with a mix of jealousy and longing. "Since when did he get a cat?" Pooh wondered. The sight of Pavel, shirtless and wearing only mini shorts, made him look even more handsome and sexy. Pooh couldn't help but wish he were the one being held and comforted by Pavel.

Summoning all his courage, Pooh slowly walked up to the door and knocked. Moments later, Pavel answered, his expression shifting from surprise to concern as he saw Pooh standing there in his school uniform, looking distraught.

"Pooh, is everything alright?" Pavel asked, his voice filled with genuine worry.

Without a word, Pooh burst into tears and hugged Pavel tightly, resting his head on Pavel's bare chest. Taken aback, Pavel hesitated for a moment before gently closing the door and wrapping his arms around Pooh. He softly stroked Pooh's hair, trying to offer comfort.

"It's okay, Pooh," Pavel murmured, his voice soothing. "You're safe here."

Pooh clung to Pavel, the warmth and strength of the captain's embrace providing a sense of security he desperately needed. After a few moments, Pavel guided Pooh to the couch and they sat down together. The cat, sensing the change in mood, curled up nearby, watching them with curious eyes.

"Do you want to talk about it?" Pavel asked gently, still holding Pooh close.

Pooh nodded, wiping his tears. "My dad... he didn't take it well when I told him I was gay. He got so angry, and he... he hit me," Pooh confessed, his voice trembling.

Pavel's expression darkened with anger and sadness. "I'm so sorry, Pooh. No one should ever hurt you for being who you are."

Pooh looked up at Pavel, his eyes filled with gratitude. "I didn't know where else to go. I just needed to feel safe."

Pavel nodded, understanding the weight of Pooh's words. "You're always welcome here, Pooh. You can stay as long as you need."

"Thank you, Captain," Pooh whispered, feeling a sense of relief wash over him.

Pavel smiled softly, wiping away the last of Pooh's tears. "Let's get you settled. You can take a shower and change into something more comfortable. I'll make us some tea."

As Pooh stood up to follow Pavel, he felt a glimmer of hope. Despite the pain and fear, he knew he had found a safe haven with Pavel. And as they spent the evening together, Pooh felt a growing sense of comfort and connection with the captain, who had become not just his hero, but also his protector and friend.