He opened his eyes, knowing instantly who it was and held his wrist “I know it’s you,” he whispered. “Please don’t leave.”
Fourth paused for a moment but then gently pulled his wrist from Gemini’s grip and started walking out.
Without thinking, Gemini jumped up, running after him, barefoot. He caught up to Fourth and hugged him from behind, his tears soaking into Fourth’s back.
“Please stay with me, Fourth. Don’t leave me,” Gemini sobbed, his voice breaking with emotion.
Fourth slowly turned around, his heart aching at the sight of Gemini's tear-streaked face.
Cupping his cheeks, he wiped the tears away with his thumb. "Shhhh… don't cry, princess. You're making daddy sad, you know?" His voice was soft, almost broken.
Gemini looked up at him with those big, pleading eyes. "Then will daddy stay with his princess? Please?" His voice shook, filled with desperation.
Fourth’s heart fluttered as he gazed into those eyes, unable to resist.
He sighed, stroking Gemini’s hair tenderly. "With those eyes looking at me like that… how could I ever leave?" He ruffled Gemini's hair, and a small smile crept onto his lips.
Gemini beamed, his tears slowing as he hugged Fourth tightly again. "I’ll do whatever you want… just stay with me."
Fourth exhaled, feeling a mix of emotions swirl in his chest. "Let’s go back inside and check on your wife, okay?" He said softly, but the words felt like daggers in his own heart.
Gemini nodded, still holding onto Fourth as they walked back into the hospital room.
Fourth helped Gemini onto the couch, covering him with a blanket.
He brushed a hand through Gemini’s hair, watching as his eyes fluttered shut. "I’m right here. Rest now," he whispered, staying by Gemini’s side until he drifted off to sleep.
Once he was sure Gemini was fast asleep, Fourth’s heart grew heavier. Quietly, he slipped out of the room, making his way back to his car. His emotions were in turmoil, and he needed space to think.
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It was nearly dawn by the time Fourth arrived at his place. Lego, who was up streaming online, glanced over at his brother when he walked in.
"Phi… don’t you think you’re doing too much for someone who has a wife?" Lego asked, his tone filled with concern.
Fourth sat down beside him, leaning back with a heavy sigh. "I can’t think straight, Lego. I’m afraid… I’ve become too attached to him. He has those cute, pleading eyes… and when he looks at me like that, I can’t say no." Fourth’s voice was filled with frustration, but there was an undeniable tenderness in his words.
"But… he has a wife," Lego reminded him, his brow furrowed.
"A pregnant wife," Fourth corrected, his voice laced with bitterness.
Lego blinked, stunned. "So… what now?"
"I don’t know." Fourth shook his head. "But I’ll keep my distance… I have to."
Lego put a hand on Fourth’s back. "I just don’t want you to get hurt, phi. I love you."
Fourth smiled faintly, patting Lego’s back. "And I love you too."
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Morning arrived, and Gemini woke up just before Pahn. He rubbed his eyes, glancing around the room, looking for any sign of Fourth, but there was none. His heart sank.
"It felt so real… was I dreaming?" Gemini mumbled to himself, breathing in the lingering scent of Fourth on his clothes.
He checked his phone, hoping for a message from Fourth, but there was nothing.
His chest tightened, feeling a growing worry gnawing at him. He was about to leave the room when Pahn stirred, her voice weak.
"Hun… are you leaving?"
Gemini’s heart clenched with irritation. "Pahn, please… don’t call me that. It’s too early for you to annoy me."
Pahn pouted, her voice trembling with hurt. "But… I’m your wife. Why would you say that to me?"
"Because I’ve already told you… I’ve fallen for someone else. It’s better if we both just sign the divorce papers and get this over with." His voice was cold.
Pahn’s eyes filled with tears as she clutched her stomach. "You said… you chose the baby."
"I did," Gemini responded, his voice firm. "But I didn’t choose you, Pahn. I’ll stay under the same roof for the sake of the baby, but you need to sign the papers."
Just then, Pahn’s face twisted in pain. "Ouuuchhh! Hun! The baby…"
Gemini’s heart raced as he rushed to her side, pressing the emergency button. The nurse came in swiftly, checking Pahn over.
"She’s okay now," the nurse said calmly. "But she needs to avoid stress, or the baby will be at risk. We’ll discharge her today, but she’ll need regular checkups."
Gemini sighed, helping Pahn back into bed, his mind spinning.
A while later, he drove her home, feeling exhausted from the emotional rollercoaster.
As they entered the house, Gemini’s eyes were drawn to a large portrait of himself hanging in the living room.
"What… is this about?" He asked, pointing to the painting, his voice flat.
Pahn smiled softly. "Isn’t it obvious?"
Gemini was beyond frustrated. He sighed and headed to the bathroom to freshen up. As he showered, his thoughts drifted to Fourth. He missed him. Desperately. How could he see him again?
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Later that evening, Pahn clung to Gemini, trying to keep him from going out.
They suddenly heard noise from next door. Pahn opens the door to check and waved at the new neighbor.
"Looks like we’re getting a new neighbor," Pahn said cheerily.
Gemini didn’t even bother to look up from his phone, uninterested. "Ooh nice..I guess" he muttered
Pahn was at the door, greeting the new neighbor with a smile. He was tall, wearing a black cape, and had a familiar presence about him.
"Hey, nice to meet you! I’m Pahn. You look familiar, though… Welcome to the neighborhood!" She gestured for him to come inside.
The man walked in slowly, his gaze sweeping the room until it landed on Gemini.
"Hun, this is our new neighbor. Say hi!" Pahn said cheerfully.
Gemini, still uninterested, barely glanced up. He extended his hand absentmindedly. "Welcome, nice to meet you. I’m Gemini."
"I'm Fourth...Fourth Nattawat "
Gemini’s heart skipped a beat. His hand froze mid-air, his head snapping up to look at the man standing before him. His pulse quickened as his eyes locked with Fourth’s.
Pahn noticed their prolonged handshake and smirked.
"Hun, let go of his hand before he gets uncomfortable."
Gemini slowly released Fourth’s hand, his heart racing as he stared at him, unable to process the whirlwind of emotions coursing through him.
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