Second Chances (GEMINIFOURTH)

Chapter 10: Gemini's New Life

While Fourth is building a new life in a small town far from Bangkok, Gemini's life takes a very different trajectory. After graduating from university, he steps directly into the corporate world, joining his father's company as a rising star. Gemini has always been ambitious, and now, with the support of his family and the opportunities laid out before him, he quickly climbs the corporate ladder.

The transition from university student to corporate executive is demanding, but Gemini thrives under pressure. He spends long hours at the office, proving himself as a capable and innovative leader. His colleagues admire his work ethic and sharp mind, and his father's trust in him only grows. By all accounts, Gemini is living the dream—he has the success, the wealth, and the admiration of his peers.

On the surface, his life appears perfect. He drives a sleek car, lives in a luxurious condo in the heart of the city, and attends high-profile events where he rubs shoulders with some of the most influential people in the business world. From the outside, it seems that Gemini has everything he could possibly want.

But beneath the surface, something is missing. Despite all the success, Gemini feels a void that he can't quite fill. The high-powered career and glamorous lifestyle don't bring him the fulfillment he expected. And no matter how hard he tries to ignore it, thoughts of Fourth linger in the back of his mind.

As Gemini pours himself into his work, he occasionally finds his thoughts drifting back to the past, to the relationship he left behind. He wonders what happened to Fourth after their breakup, where he went, and what he's doing now. It's been months since they last spoke, but the memories still haunt him—late-night study sessions, quiet moments by the river, and the way Fourth's presence had once grounded him.

The breakup, though necessary at the time, left a mark on Gemini that he can't seem to shake. He tells himself that he made the right decision, that they were too young, that his focus needed to be on his career. And yet, the more successful he becomes, the more he realizes that success without someone to share it with feels hollow.

Gemini's friends notice the change in him. They ask why he's always at the office, why he never seems to take a break or have fun like he used to. Gemini brushes off their concerns, insisting that he's just busy, that work is his priority right now. But deep down, he knows it's more than that. He's using work to fill the emptiness that lingers in his heart.

At night, when he's alone in his luxurious condo, the silence is deafening. The loneliness that Fourth once felt now creeps into Gemini's life, and he finds himself lying awake, staring at the ceiling, unable to shake the feeling that he's missing something important.

Gemini's success and charm make him a sought-after figure in the social scene, and he's never short of offers for dates or casual flings. But despite the attention, Gemini keeps everyone at arm's length. He goes on a few dates, entertains the idea of starting a new relationship, but nothing ever sticks. He can't seem to connect with anyone the way he once connected with Fourth.

Each new encounter feels empty, lacking the depth and sincerity that he craves. The women and men he meets are attractive, intelligent, and successful, but none of them make him feel the way Fourth did. And so, Gemini remains unattached, choosing instead to focus on his career and the demands of his position.

His colleagues and friends don't understand why he's so distant, why he doesn't seem interested in finding someone to share his life with. But Gemini knows the truth—he's afraid. Afraid of getting hurt again, afraid of repeating the same mistakes, and most of all, afraid of confronting the feelings he still harbors for Fourth.

To avoid dealing with these emotions, Gemini throws himself even deeper into his work. He takes on new projects, travels for business, and immerses himself in the corporate world. But no matter how busy he keeps himself, the thoughts of Fourth continue to creep in, reminding him of the life he once had and the love he let slip away.

As time passes, Gemini's success only grows, but so does the weight of his regret. He begins to question the choices he's made, wondering if he sacrificed too much for the sake of his career. The relationship he had with Fourth, though complicated and filled with its own challenges, was the one thing that made him feel truly alive. And now, that connection is gone, replaced by a void that no amount of success can fill.

Gemini starts to reflect more deeply on what went wrong. He thinks about the night of their breakup, the harsh words that were exchanged, and the pain in Fourth's eyes as he walked away. At the time, Gemini believed he was doing what was best for both of them, but now he isn't so sure. He wonders if he could have handled things differently, if he could have been more understanding, more supportive.

The memories weigh heavily on him, and Gemini begins to realize that he hasn't truly moved on. He's been running from his feelings, using work as a distraction, but the past is always there, lurking in the shadows of his mind.

One evening, after a particularly grueling day at the office, Gemini sits alone in his condo, a glass of whiskey in hand, and allows himself to confront the thoughts he's been avoiding for so long. What if Fourth had something important to tell him? What if their breakup was a mistake? What if Fourth is out there, somewhere, still hurting, just as he is?

The unanswered questions torment him. Gemini finds himself staring at his phone, tempted to reach out to Fourth, to send a message or make a call. But each time he considers it, fear and pride hold him back. What if Fourth doesn't want to hear from him? What if it's too late to make things right?

The uncertainty eats away at him, and Gemini begins to feel the weight of his choices more acutely than ever before. The life he's built, while successful on the surface, feels increasingly empty. And no matter how hard he tries to push it away, the nagging feeling that he's lost something truly important continues to haunt him.

As the days go by, Gemini realizes that he can't keep living like this—caught between the success he's achieved and the regret that follows him everywhere he goes. He needs to find closure, one way or another. He needs to know what happened to Fourth, to understand where things went wrong, and to figure out if there's any way to mend what's been broken.

But more than that, Gemini begins to realize that he wants to find Fourth—not just for closure, but because a part of him still loves him. Despite everything, that connection still lingers, and Gemini knows that he won't be able to move on until he confronts it head-on.

It's a daunting prospect, and Gemini doesn't know where to start. He doesn't even know if Fourth would want to see him again. But the alternative—continuing to live with this gnawing emptiness—is no longer an option.

And so, Gemini makes a decision. He's going to find Fourth. He's going to face the past, no matter how painful it might be. And maybe, just maybe, he'll find a way to make things right.