The Story of Us | LingOrm

Chapter 6: Echoes of Confessions

Notes:

"The Secret of Us" may have already ended, and although I'm sad we won't be seeing more of them again on screen, it was a fitting ending to Fahlada and Earn's love story, and then some more. 🥰 AARGGHHHHHHH I can't! (no spoilers in the comments, please... for the sake of those who haven't watched it yet 😅)

Fahlada and Earn's story taught us the power of love's patience and resilience, of forgiveness, selfless sacrifice, and most of all, acceptance.

My heart is full. ♥️

We may say goodbye to their characters, but the story of Ling and Orm continues. Let's fall in love with them all over again, shall we?

That said, we are now starting the climax of this story... it will be a roller coaster from here on out, so buckle up! 😅

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The unexpected success of 'The Secret of Us' had catapulted Ling and Orm into international stardom. What began as a modest Thai drama series quickly gained traction across Asia, captivating audiences with its poignant storytelling and the undeniable chemistry between its lead actresses. As the show's popularity soared, so did the demand for Ling and Orm's presence at international events. Fan clubs sprouted up across the region, with viewers from Japan to the Philippines clamoring for a chance to meet the duo in person.

After some careful planning and negotiations, their management finally agreed to a series of fan meetings across Asia. Their first stop? Hong Kong, Ling's birthplace. And so, the two women found themselves boarding a flight, the 3-hour journey to Hong Kong marking the beginning of their international tour and a new chapter in their evolving relationship.

As the gentle hum of the airplane's engines faded, Ling and Orm stepped into the bustling arrival hall of Hong Kong International Airport. The air was thick with excitement, both from the throng of fans waiting behind barricades and from the palpable energy between the two actresses.

Orm clutched her carry-on bag tightly, her eyes wide as she took in the sea of faces and banners bearing their names and the title of their show, "The Secret of Us." She leaned closer to Ling, their shoulders brushing.

"I didn't expect this many people," Orm whispered, a mix of awe and nervousness in her voice.

Ling, more accustomed to such receptions, placed a reassuring hand on the small of Orm's back. The touch, once professional courtesy, now sent a warm tingle through both of them.

"Welcome to Hong Kong," Ling said, a soft smile playing on her lips. Her eyes, usually focused and sharp, held a hint of nostalgia as she gazed around the familiar airport. "My home for the first seventeen years of my life."

As they made their way through the crowd, guided by their harried-looking personal assistant, Ling found herself torn between the comfort of returning to familiar ground and the thrill of experiencing it anew through Orm's eyes.

Their PA, Khun Irin, ushered them quickly through a side exit where a sleek black van awaited. As they settled into the plush leather seats, Orm pressed her face against the window, drinking in the sights of Hong Kong's skyline.

"It's beautiful," she breathed, her eyes reflecting the glittering lights of the city.

Ling smiled, enjoying Orm's wonderment. "Wait until you see Victoria Harbour at night. It's breathtaking."

The drive to the hotel was filled with Orm's excited chatter and Ling's nostalgic anecdotes about her childhood. However, as they pulled up to the grand entrance of the five-star hotel, Khun Irin's furrowed brow caught Ling's attention.