The Story of Us | LingOrm

Chapter 13: Written In The Stars

OST for this chapter: I Was Made for Loving You by Tori Kelly ft. Ed Sheeran

No special "warning" for this one... maybe just prepare your heart to melt? Be ready to experience moments that may just bring a tear to your eye and a smile to your face.🥰

Enjoy.♥️

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Six months after Ling's accident, filming resumed for the last two episodes of "The Secret of Us". Their season finale, aired amidst unprecedented anticipation, shattered records, a feat rarely achieved in the cutthroat world of television.

Social media exploded with fan theories, emotional reactions, and impassioned pleas for a second season. Hashtags related to the show trended for days, with viewers dissecting every scene and praising the leads' performances.

To celebrate the monumental success of the series with a wrap party, Channel 3 had spared no expense, booking one of Thailand's most prestigious venues for a formal dinner that promised to be the talk of the entertainment industry for weeks to come.

Back at Ling's apartment, a team of skilled makeup artists put the finishing touches on Ling and Orm. Though both women possessed a natural beauty that needed little enhancement, the artists worked their magic, accentuating their features with subtle expertise.

Orm stood before the full-length mirror, smoothing down the fabric of her gown. The dress was a vision in white, its ethereal quality reminiscent of freshly fallen snow. The bodice hugged her figure perfectly, with a plunging V-neckline that managed to be both alluring and tasteful. Delicate beading adorned the straps and waistline, catching the light with every movement. The skirt flowed gracefully to the floor, a small slit allowing for ease of movement and a hint of leg.

As Orm turned, the gown's open back revealed a tasteful expanse of skin, the cut low enough to be striking but high enough to maintain an air of sophistication. The overall effect was breathtaking – Orm looked every inch the star she had become, elegant and radiant.

"Nong Orm," Ling breathed, pausing in her own preparations to admire the younger woman. "You look absolutely stunning."

Orm's eyes met Ling's in the mirror, a soft smile playing on her lips. "Thank you, P'Ling" she said, a hint of shyness in her voice despite their time together.

While Orm embodied ethereal elegance in white, Ling exuded a different kind of allure in her choice of attire. She's clad in a sleek, black floor-length gown that perfectly captured her sophistication and quiet confidence.

The dress hugged Ling's figure gracefully, its simplicity its greatest strength. The off-shoulder neckline added a touch of allure, exposing her collarbones and accentuating her slender neck. The bodice was structured yet not restrictive, allowing Ling to move with ease.

A daring slit ran up the left side of the dress, adding a subtle sensuality to the ensemble. The deep black color of the dress contrasted beautifully with Ling's fair skin, making her appear almost luminous.

Her makeup was bold yet elegant – dark, smoky eyes and vibrant red lips that added a pop of color to the monochromatic look.

The dress was a perfect reflection of Ling's personality – understated yet impactful, classic yet with a modern edge. It spoke of her confidence, her poise, and the quiet strength that had seen her through the challenges of the past months.

Both women make quite the pair. Indeed they did – Orm in her angelic white and Ling in her striking black, a visual representation of their complementary natures and the balance they brought to each other's lives.