[COMPLETED] They said bonds never break without leaving something behind. They didn't say what happens to the pieces that stay breathing. William chose what he thought was right. Est chose silence. Between instinct and choice, love and duty, one promise was made too fragile-and one life began quietly, unseen by the world that would never ask for it. Deception threatened to break apart what was formed during William's rut when Est was chosen as a convenience by the clan. It's about the kind of love that doesn't beg. And the kind of loss that walks away carrying more than just heartbreak. "Nong luk Est," she had murmured. "Listen to Mae." She had smiled, tears slipping free. "Love can never be forced. And love never kneels when it's real." "Never beg for love, my baby boy. Never forget that." ⚠️M-Preg themes explored

William was in love with his best friend- Nut. Quietly. Hopelessly. But when Nut falls into a whirlwind romance with someone else, William is left behind- crushed beneath the weight of feelings he never got to share. Heart bruised, feelings unspoken, he tries to keep going, to bury the ache. Est doesn't care about the past. From the moment he meets William, he wants him- completely. He gives without hesitation and touches William like he's something sacred. And slowly, William begins to heal. To want. To feel again. And Est falls harder than he ever meant to. But no matter how close they get, there's always a part of William, Est can't quite reach-a quiet ache that makes him wonder: is he still chasing a ghost? Pairing: Male x Male (William x Est) Genre: Contemporary Romance, University AU Themes: Slow burn, unrequited love, emotional healing, queer love Content Notes: Mild angst, romantic tension, sexual tension, soft emotional growth.

What started as a fake relationship slowly turned into something neither of them expected. William and Est agreed to pretend - just for appearances, just for their friends, just to make things easier. But between shared moments, stolen glances, and the quiet comfort of being together, pretending stopped feeling like a lie. From awkward beginnings to soft mornings, family visits, jealous fights, and finally, a heartfelt proposal - their fake love became the most real thing in their lives. It wasn't perfect, but it was theirs. And in the end, they didn't just fall in love - they built a forever.