Keep your hands off him ( TinnxCan )

The paparazzi

*Tinn's apartment *

Can was an open book when it comes to emotions and it was one of the main reason that Tinn was so captivated by the boy to begin with . Simplicity and Can was synonymous of each other and it would hardly be of a surprise when he thought in a matter of fact manner that so long as Tinn witness how Nic has no intention of using the Soccer camp as a leveraging point to win his affections, it would be an open and shut case. Yet it was of little awareness on his part of the intricate plot that was being woven around him. The only way that this figurative "case" was going to be solved is if the murderer had been video tapped holding the gun in one hand and on the other, holding a confession handwritten in his own blood for DNA identification while professing his guilt verbally and the whole scene telecast live during the NFL games. Needless to say , it was not going to be an open and shut case.  The only thing opening would be his legs as so often had happened in the past few moments in the apartment. While the shutting would come in the form of his protest at having been sore from the intensive activities that was still off the field. Tinn was in appearance willing to compromise in an effort to keep Can happy but he knew full well how he trust Nic as far as he could throw that idiot. Almost kind of like a parasite that keeps coming back each time stronger than before , besides having been stomped , trampled , squashed!! Tinn was easily visualising the image of his branded full Italian leather shoes crushing the bugger that he had added in realistic sound effects in the form of loud banging .

Bang ! Bang!... Gosh ! the sound is almost too realistic . And as soon as that thought passed through his mind,  bursting the lively thought bubble that he was envisioning , he could hear the loud banging sound of a very persistent and eager visitor at his doorsteps requesting for entry. He looked towards the bathroom where Can was washing up instinctively and wondered what primitive being stood behind his door that lacked the sense to use the doorbell instead of attempting to make enough noise to wake the whole neighbourhood.As soon as Tinn whisked opened the door in annoyance , stood Ae in mid stance of hammering his strong fist onto the door which was now replaced by its ticked off owner . Tinn craned his neck to check the near vicinity for his Best Friend , and without a doubt , standing supportively behind his man like a 2 for 1 deal that they were , was Pete. Ae and Tinn might not have the most amiable of relationship seeing how they can't see eye to eye on most matters, figuratively or literally , a pun that Tinn rubs into the "shortcomings" of Ae. Ae being the straight arrow that he is ,would call the latter out on being an irresponsible boyfriend to Can. And this visit seems like it was not going to be any different as Ae shoved his phone towards Tinn while walking into the apartment in a huff with Pete following right behind him. Tinn was puzzled at the sudden onset of visitors who seemed to have news that was of worrying nature and quickly looked at the screen while shutting the door . Splashed across the small screen was an ill designed layout that mainly prioritised the heading and a couple of blurred pictures, that screamed for attention. Tinn recognised the source immediately for its infamous association with many of those of his social standing and began to scrutinise the "scoop". It was a sleazy looking tabloid article with no journalism ethic, and a history of publishing very exaggerated and dubious articles online that spurred on unneeded baseless rumours of the well know personalities whose lives they trespass with their "exclusive " reports .

The crude heading that assaulted his visuals read :
" Drugs ,Violence and lies !! A Tinn Medthanan exposè "

The paparazzi could not have been anymore scandalous with the treatment of the snap shot they took of Tinn carrying a helpless looking individual across his shoulder . Another more explosive shot was of Tinn delivering a full on sucker punch into the stomach of a helmeted individual which brought back a sinister smile to his face despite the circumstances.These pictures pieced together formed a one sided  portrayal of the scene that had transpired that very morning when he was in a fit of rage. Anyone who sees it out of context would surely have a misunderstanding of his character and it was with that very objective that the article seems to be published. Tinn wanted to crush the phone into a million pieces as it was not just his welfare that was in question but most importantly, his boyfriend's. The only solace he could get out of reading that trashy article was the fact that Can's identity wasn't cited , name or face , as he shoved the phone back to Ae . All this bad publicity was definitely going to disturb those people in his family, and it was something he needed to ready himself for , their wrath and retaliation. The unwritten rule of the household  was such that ,matters that Tinn involves himself with outside was of little personal concern to them , so long as he kept it under wraps and the family name out of it .Knowing from experience , Tinn was sure his parents would demand that he clear up the mess and contain the situation. He cursed under his breath as he paced furiously around the living room with his mind in a whirlwind to figure out progressively what kind of damage control constitutes a sticky issue as such. Tinn knew it was more than
mere coincidence that the paparazzi was there so timely to capture a moment as such and he knew well enough who had such an influence and a sinister agenda to supplement it. The one solution that he could figure out was something he desperately hated , especially at this point in time . He looked to Pete who caught the apprehensive look that spells more than just a mere conveyance of anguish but more so an understanding of the protocol of such scandals, the need to stay away from the public eye as much as possible .
Pete having a sensing of how matters of such nature would and should be handed offered his input:
" Tinn I know all this is coming in at a very inconvenient timing but you need to prioritise what is more important . We will help you as best we can alright? "
" But first you need to let Can know , we will take him home while you lay low for the time being " Ae supplemented Pete's suggestion.

" Let me know what ?"
Can who had just made his appearance in the living room was caught totally off guard by the strained atmosphere that enveloped the room and after hesitantly greeting the two new people in the apartment looked around inquisitively for answers . Tinn dashed over and pulled Can into a tight embrace that was more of a consolation for him than the latter as he apologise in the most sincere manner possible . This worries Can to the extreme point of panic as he wonder what could unnerve the high and night Tinn in such a manner, his puppy eyes darting around frantically from his boyfriend to the other two. But before Can could say anything,Ae passed him his phone to update himself on the matter that was discussed a few moment in this very space. Can's breathing grew increasingly fast paced as he scanned in haste through the article while trying to come in terms with the crazy allegations that was made against his Tinn . He was fuming mad at the whole load of trash that was written about his husband and cursed out loudly while trying to make his way towards the door. Tinn held him back and loving cupped Can's face in his hands while whispering to him calming words that eased the raising temper of the young boy:
" It's fine .. it does not matter what others say of me . As long as you trust me and love me " Tinn coaxed Can as he cradled him lovingly.  After both were more composed , they decided that it would be best to stay lay low and let the dust settle before making any concrete plans on how to deal with the whole matter . Tinn had a whole list of things to settle and a few calls to make for the night and hence the plan was to have Ae and Pete bring Can back home first. Can despite being relatively unwilling to leave Tinn to settle it on his own , knew that it would be best to let him focus on the matter without worrying about him but not without a kiss.

The journey back to Can's house was as tranquil as the calm before the storm, for as soon as the Pete's car turned into the driveway , parked outside of Can's home was a horde of people. On closer inspection, it turns out to be familiar faces , namely Can's and Nic's household. Can's family consisting of his parents wore looks of concern as they spoked in hushed tones to Nic's parents . Standing in the near vicinity was Lemon who was consoling a sobbing Chompoo. Can dashed out of the car half hoping it was not the same matter that haunted him in Tinn's apartment with Ae and Pete doing likewise in frantic. Can's parents greeted the boys and informed them of the critical condition that Nic's Grandmother was in the hospital and how they were consoling the Nic's parents to stay strong in light of such news. Can though apologetic on behalf of his neighbours, was in part relieved that the matter was not the bad new he was expecting . He sighed in relief and approached his younger sister who looked preoccupied and threw him a raised eyebrow as though to ask him a silent question . Can realised his sis was ofcourse in the known of such matters even before the news hits the press and simple hushed her with a miming of the words " Not now".

Chompoo dashed towards Ae as soon as she saw her pillar of strength in such an opportune time by entwining her arms around his waist and cried into his chest in heaving sobs. If Ae was surprised by the sudden onslaught of body contact with the young girl who seemed inconsolable , Pete was almost in a state of hyperventilation as he pinched Ae's arm in annoyance to signal Ae in warning to get himself away from Chompoo's embrace at once . Ae squirmed with all his might and patted her head as though one would pat the table to get rid of a persistent ant without killing it . Let's just say , Chompoo's palm must have been Spider-Man adhesive strong .

In all this comedic relief , Can's mother approached Can cautiously and pulled him aside as she asked a favour of him .

" Can could you be a dear and deliver this lunchbox for Nic's grandmother at the hospital on behalf of his mother? She is very tired and worried at the same time. We really should help her "

Seeing how it was something unavoidable , Can looked to Ae and Pete who needed rescuing of their own and called to them to give him a ride . Pete almost jumped in glee at the opportunity but it was not before Chompoo insisting on following .Can could almost feel the anguish streaming out from Pete as he drove haphazardly through the traffic towards the hospital, he prayed sincerely there would not be anymore reasons to go to the destination that they were headed.

The smile that lit up Nic face was blinding as he saw approaching him was the one person who he wanted to see in this moment of grief . He gently set his grandmother's hand that he was holding against his cheeks down and stood up in eagerness to greet Can who was equally surprised to see him . Nic had requested his mother to send a lunchbox as his Grandmother was declining to eat any food that the hospital was serving . For Nic , it seems his filial piety was paying off as he resisted the urge to pull Can in for a hug .

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Hi people another new update . Will do the Housekeeping ASAP. Same protocol, comment and vote if you fancy please