The Curious Theory of Kissing

8: A Bitter Cup of Coffee

A/N: There is a small adjustment on the timeline where Gulf and Praew met.

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The first thing I remember when we first met was the bad weather.

The rain poured heavily with no signs of stopping. It was monsoon season.

Umbrellas were bumping against each other. Puddles on the street are being stepped on. And people are rushing inside to take cover. Funny how a change of weather can cause chaos.

I had my own little chaos going on inside my head. I was on a secret mission. I was seeking my own truth and justice but I had to do it alone. Seeking help would only encourage mistakes and I don't want that.

"One caffe americano for Gulf and one white chocolate mocha for Praew!" I made sure I covered my face with a mask so I would go unnoticed.

I was keeping both my eyes on them. I promised myself that I won't let them out of my sight. However, as soon as I turned around to grab my drink they exited the coffee shop.

"Shit!"

If only I knew they wouldn't spend a whole lot of time inside the cafe, I would've ditched ordering a drink because juggling it together with my phone and umbrella is utterly annoying. They entered the mall beneath the Paragon Hotel. I really didn't know what to think of it. Should I be relieved that they only entered the mall? Or should I be worried that they already booked a room in the hotel and just stopped by the mall?

I took a deep breath and set all assumptions aside. If the rumors are true, I would need evidence. I need to see it with my own eyes.

They were really going around the mall like nothing is wrong. She was obnoxiously getting flirty. She laughs at every single thing he says while slapping his arm.

They moved on to the men's section where all the luxurious brands were lined up. Nothing in this mall is worth less than a regular man's salary and yet, he was trying on such expensive suits and even some watches to pair. I know he can't afford those... And then it clicked. I now know what's going on.

I feel so disgusted. To know that I laughed with him, made jokes with him, hanged out with him, but, most importantly put my trust on him is making my skin crawl.

I was surprised that I was able to pull myself together while watching an infidelity happen right before my eyes. He goes ahead to the elevator while she was left at the cashier. They kissed each other as they parted. I followed him inside but so did five other people. He goes down the 8th floor. He had no idea I was lurking around and was ready expose his immoral ways.

"So it is true, you're having an affair with my mom." He stopped in his tracks as the paper bags he was holding fell to the ground.

"You're fucking disgusting! She's almost twice your age! What the hell is wrong with you?!"

"Praew. I'm sorry. I'm in love with her..." I didn't know where he was getting the strength to lie to my face. I didn't know where he was getting the courage to spout such despicable words to the daughter of the woman he's having an affair with.

I launched myself at him and threw punches. I can't do much to hurt him because no matter how you look at it I was the one in pain the most. All this time, every word spoken behind my back was true.

Praew Chantana's mother is having an affair with younger men. Praew's mother is only after the Chantana wealth. I wouldn't want to belong in the Chantana family, they're so scandalous.

"You could've just looked for other rich old women if you only wanted money! Why do you need to destroy my life?! You're not even qualified to have an affair with her! You're a low life driver who just got lucky!"