Soulful (TayNew)

Part-16

Author Pov

In the bustling office, everyone was taken aback by the unusual behavior of their CEO, Tay. Normally stern and reserved, Tay was smiling at everyone he passed, radiating a happiness that left the employees in shock. Whispers floated through the office, with everyone wondering what could have possibly happened to cause this drastic change. Despite their curiosity, no one had the courage to ask Tay directly, as his typically serious demeanor was not one to invite casual conversation.

Unbeknownst to them, Tay's mind was elsewhere. He was lost in thoughts of his husband, New, and the romantic night they had shared. After four long years of struggle , Tay could finally call New his own, and the joy from that realization was impossible to contain. He was blissfully unaware of the effect his happiness was having on those around him, especially one person in particular: Gun.

Gun noticed everything—the smiles, the energy, and especially the hickeys on Tay's neck. It was these marks of New's love that made Gun's blood boil with jealousy. He had always harbored feelings for Tay, believing that one day, Tay would be his. The sight of Tay so obviously in love with someone else was too much for Gun to bear.

Consumed by jealousy, Gun decided to ignore Tay for the rest of the day, hoping to distance himself from the pain of seeing Tay so happy with New. However, Tay was so lost in his bliss that he didn't even notice Gun's coldness. This only fueled Gun's resentment further. How could Tay, who had always been so attentive, suddenly be so oblivious to his feelings? Gun couldn't stand the thought of Tay belonging to anyone else, especially not New.

As the day went on, Gun's jealousy transformed into something darker. He couldn't live like this anymore, watching from the sidelines as Tay shared his life with someone else. Gun knew he had to act, to devise a plan that would ensure Tay would see only him, love only him. The thought of separating Tay and New became an obsession. He would do whatever it took to make sure Tay was his and his alone, no matter the cost.

Tay had other plans in mind, completely unaware of Gun’s brewing jealousy. His thoughts were consumed by New and the desire to make up for lost time. He wanted to experience all the little things with his husband, savor the moments they had missed out on. Tay imagined their days spent together, indulging in New’s adorable quirks, cuddling on the couch as they watched movies, and holding hands while wandering through an amusement park. The thought of sharing New’s favorite treats—ice cream, cake, and chocolate—made him smile. He could almost taste the sweetness of their shared kisses, the warmth of New’s hand in his.

Then, a realization hit him. They had never gone on a honeymoon after their marriage. Life had been too hectic, and the timing had never seemed right. But now, with everything finally falling into place, Tay knew it was time. He could give New the honeymoon they both deserved.

Without hesitation, Tay picked up his phone and called his father. He explained his plan, asking if his father could handle work for a few days so he and New could finally have their honeymoon. Tay’s father was overjoyed to hear the news. He and Tay’s mother had always hoped their son would find happiness, and knowing Tay was planning this special trip filled them with warmth. His father encouraged him to go and enjoy his time with New, promising to take care of everything at work.

After the call, Tay wasted no time booking their tickets. Paris, the city of love, seemed the perfect destination for their long-overdue honeymoon. The excitement of surprising New made his heart race. He could already picture the look of joy on New’s face.

Returning home, Tay quietly entered their bedroom and found New sleeping soundly. New looked so peaceful, curled up under the blankets, his soft breathing the only sound in the room. Tay’s heart swelled with affection, and a playful hunger stirred within him. He couldn’t resist the urge to be close to New, to feel the warmth of his skin and taste the sweetness of his lips.