COLD BED - (ORMLING)

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The grand lobby of the hotel buzzed with an energy that was both elegant and intimate. There were soft whispers and the sound of champagne glasses clinking in the room. Today is Orm and Lingling's wedding day, and though the guest list was small, consisting only of close family and a few cherished friends. The air is filled with the scent of lilies, the chosen flower for the bride's bouquet, and the soft glow of the chandeliers cast a warm, romantic light on the scene. Every detail, from the meticulously arranged floral arrangements to the perfectly polished silver service, spoke of a celebration meticulously planned and executed event.

"You may now kiss the bride."

When the people inside heard this, they began to cheer and applaud, especially the friends of both brides who had been eagerly awaiting the kiss.

Orm turned to the woman facing her and looked into her eyes, as if seeking permission to kiss her. "Can I?"

She looked deeply into her eyes as well, but her gaze shifted to the man standing behind Orm. Her eyes returned to her only when she took her hand. "Huh? Ahm, yes, but don't make it long." She said almost inaudible.

Orm obeyed her request and gave her a quick kiss on the side of her lips. Lingling was a little surprised that she didn't kiss her directly on the lips, but she just let it go.

The crowd erupted in applause as the newly married couple made their way to their parents. "Congratulations to both of you." Mrs. Sethratanapong said, kissing her daughter in law on the cheek. "Thank you, Auntie."

"Oh, Honey, call me mom now since you're already married to my daughter."

Lingling nodded politely with a smile. "I will, Mom."

Orm also went to her bride's parents and greeted them with a hug.

After a brief exchange with their families, the two brides began taking pictures with each other and their friends.

While Lingling was busy with her friends, Orm stood at the liquor station and just focused on watching her wife who was now laughing with her friends.

"Congrats, you're married now. Don't have kids yet, you're still young." Milk joked, nudging her.

"You're crazy, don't tell her what to do. Orm can't get anyone pregnant anyway, because the boyfriend is over there..." Milk winked, pointing her lips towards Win on the other side of the room, who was also looking at Lingling. "...staring like he wants to swallow your wife whole."

Orm just chuckled, her hand idly playing with the glass she's holding while looking at the man across the room.

"What's that guy doing here? Was he invited? I thought it was just us?" Becky asked, her eyes narrowed in annoyance as she glared at Win.

"He's one of the owners of this hotel. He has a share here, and he's the handler for today." Engfah explained.

"Just leave him be, guys. Let's just drink. It's my wedding, why are you all focused on that guy?" Orm brushed off their concerns.

"Why are you so chill about it, Orm? You're so kind, even though he's looking at your wife like that, you don't care." Ying says. "By the way, do your parents know that Lingling had a boyfriend before you got married?"

"They don't." She responded nonchalantly, her brow then furrowing when she saw Lingling walking away, followed by Win. She placed her glass on the table. "Excuse me guys, I'll be right back."

She followed them, but they disappeared around a corner. She sighed and was about to leave when she heard voices coming from one of the rooms. She quietly approached, and as she got closer, she saw Lingling and Win hugging. She quickly hid, hoping they wouldn't notice her.