The Irresistible Vortex

Chapter 17

Date: 27/9/2020

AN: Yes, I'm still alive! Just getting into a schedule with my full-time job so... Enjoy the update.

And if you have lost track this the the continuation of the brunch date at Arthit's apartment. You might want to read the previous chapter for recap.

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"Oh, so the kitty ears and the collars..and the bunny slippers I saw beside the bed are not..?"

"Kongpob!"

Kongpob held Arthit by the nape of his neck and brought him close. Nuzzling into the soft neck that smelled of sweet peaches from the shampoo, he said, "All I am saying is...you are soon going to be mine Phii, and won't allow you to go around seducing everyone like this."

Arthit's heart was beating so fast and he could feel his face heating up. He felt soft lips pressed down on his and he responded equally. But Kongpob didn't deepen the kiss. This kiss lasted a few seconds with their lips gliding over each other. The feeling was more comforting and assuring than anything else. This is when Kongpob moved away and sat back in his place. He picked up his tea and took a sip, realizing it was no longer steaming like he preferred. He didn't mind today though, his lips still tingling with the sweet taste of that kiss.

Kongpob swallowed the liquid and said, "Really though, I want to understand Phii. Please explain.."

Arthit smiled at the sincerity of the younger man's question. He shrugged, "What is there to explain..I mean.."

"Don't get me wrong Phii, I love how you dress and your personality. You are such a gentle and sweet person..I just..You didn't behave or dress like this earlier, so I was..I am.."

"Earlier?" Arthit asked, a million questions suddenly in his mind. Did Kongpob remember him? Did he recognize him from their meeting at the exhibition seven years ago?

"Err..I mean, your photos...you know from college and all..You look so much younger at the party as well, but you are .."

Arthit sighed internally, relieved. "Oh that! It was Prem's birthday and really it was my first year. And do you know how everyone would have reacted if I had dressed like this in college?" He gave a dry laugh, completely oblivious to Kongpob's clenched fist and the ticking jaw.That name really rubbed the businessman the wrong way. That fair tall man was too close to his Sunshine and he didn't like it at all.

Gritting his teeth, Kongpob said, "Khun Benjawan. I met him last night.."

"That's good. ...oh, did he say something to offend you?" Arthit realized the other man didn't seem happy about the meeting.

Kongpob shook his head firmly, "No. So, you two have known each other since a long time..."

Arthit grinned widely, "Yes! Since the first day of engineering college. All five of us became friends and we are strong together. Even when they found out, my personality and ...they didn't ever feel..I mean." He swallowed as he looked at Kongpob.

The business man knew he should not show his anger now. It seemed like all the friends had been taking care of his Phii for a long time. He kinda understood the protectiveness. It was just like he was protective of his friends. Although he did not worry too much about level-headed Wad, Em was like a puppy dog who might follow anyone who offered him a treat.

"I am glad you had them Phii."

Arthit nodded and smiled. "So, Phii..you said you were always open about being gay, so what exactly do you mean when you say persona..." Kongpob was cut off as Arthit's phone rang and he went to answer it. It was Tutah and Arthit knew if he didn't answer, this friend of his would keep calling repeatedly. He gestured to Kongpob that he had to answer.