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Timeline: 2025 January 4th, Saturday, 4:01 P.M Location: Vivacé Sukhumvit 74, amrong Nuea, Mueang Samut Prakan District, Samut Prakan Mood: Worried for his friend, but also happy for him. He's also a bit surprised to see Sing there! Attire: See above - 🥵🥵🥵

Boon has taken a day off of working today to attend his friend's wedding. He knows that Sing also is off of work, but wasn't sure where his co-star was going - until he sees him at the wedding too. It slipped his mind that Anon has told him previously that Sing is Red's friend, so it comes as a surprise. Boon can't believe that neither of them mentioned they'd be attending the same wedding, but Boon is glad to have someone he knows there.

Boon's co-star seems happy to see him, and they stick close together during the ceremony. The cameras that flash their way are clearly eating up how they touch each other, having gotten more comfortable in preparation for their filming. Sing seems to be getting bolder with his touches these days. Boon tells himself it's because of the extra media attention, and nothing else...

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Timeline: 2025 January 4th, Saturday, 4:01 P.M. Location: Vivacé Sukhumvit 74, amrong Nuea, Mueang Samut Prakan District, Samut Prakan. Mood: HAPPY FOR HIS BESTIE!!! But he's like a bit confused and also surprised? Attire: See above. He looks so handsome.

Surprised because Sing spots his on-screen partner arriving at Red's and Anon's wedding... Is he supposed to know that his co-star is related to either Red or Anon? Most likely Anon because Red never mentioned that his friend knew P'Boon...

He right away made himsself known to his co-star. He only has his manager with him despite the invitation indicating plus one...

Is it weird he and his co-star had not talked about the wedding? They live together... The topic was never brought up.

Sing has a lot of things in his mind but he sticks around P'Boon, taking advantage of their closeness, holding onto the man as if they came to the venue together...

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[ Wedding invitation ]

The Sangchareon and Nikulaphon families warmly welcome you to celebrate the union of: DAENG SANGCHAREON & ANON NIKULAPHON Saturday, fourth of January, 2025 5pm start at Vivacé Sukhumvit 74 Wedding Hall

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[ "boon, this is private. so answer this truthfully; what turns you on?" ]

"Haha, nothing is every private is it! But I guess I'll give you a little, since you've all been so patient with me. Just being with another person who is interested in me is a huge turn on. There's nothing better than sitting with a partner who is genuinely interested in your likes and dislikes and is willing to listen about how your day went."

(Boon's answer sparks speculation online as to who could have been the partner he shared these kinds of moments with...)

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[ "boon, this is private. so answer this truthfully; what turns you on?" ]

"Haha, nothing is every private is it! But I guess I'll give you a little, since you've all been so patient with me. Just being with another person who is interested in me is a huge turn on. There's nothing better than sitting with a partner who is genuinely interested in your likes and dislikes and is willing to listen about how your day went."

(Boon's answer sparks speculation online as to who could have been the partner he shared these kinds of moments with...)

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[ "so, you're starring in a bl, it's going to be spicy as most fans of MIKA's work are familiar with her novel, HEARTBEAT. the premise sounds sweet and romantic but we all know it's very hot and spicy. any secret kink you can share with us??" ]

(An interview with Boon after the news of his upcoming BL)

"The novel is a wonderful mixture of sweet and sad, and there's definitely a lot of romance. I'd also suggest some tissues - we all know Khun MIKA is a genius when it comes to writing stories that both hurt and heal the heart. Of course, there will be some spicy scenes, ahaha. I suppose that's what everyone wants to know about right? Currently, Khun Sing and I are preparing for them. Hmm, secret kink? You've already seen it, in some of my other series. I wonder if you'll figure it out when you see it again in this film."

(Boon's answer sparks mass comments online about what his kink could be, crazy guesses and speculations filling his comments section. Some get it right, but Boon won't ever confirm - but his kink is simple. He loves to kiss. Long make-out sessions, lazy kisses on the couch, running his lips up and down a body - it feels good to Boon, and when he acts in kissing scenes it always looks so realistic on the screen...)

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Timeline: 2024 December 7th, Saturday, 6:32 P.M Location: Spectrum Lounge & Bar, Bangkok. Mood: They're both a little sad Attire: See this post for Anon and this post for Boon With: @boonpiratana

"Hey."

Anon glanced up from where he was staring at his wine glass, the familiar, deep voice of his friend P'Boon drawing him out of his guilty and self-pitying thoughts.

"P'Boon," Anon said, straightening in his seat as he watched the actor hesitate for a moment before settling in the chair opposite him. It had been a good couple of months since Anon had seen his friend in person - of course he kept up with Boon's life on social media, but he had been the one to say they shouldn't talk anymore. "How are you?"

Boon looked at the table, where Anon had already ordered him his favourite beer, as well as a few snacks and appetisers for the table. The actor sighed, taking off his sunglasses and tucking them into the pocket before lightly scratching the back of his head. "Yeah, I'm good." Boon said with a nod. "Been busy. New project and all."

"I heard. BL, too?" Anon inquired, one of his eyebrows raising slightly. "Do you... wanna talk about that?"

"Maybe later," Boon said, relaxing back in his seat and picking up his beer, taking a sip, his eyes not leaving Anon's. "I'm more interested in whatever it is you want to talk about. We haven't spoken in a while. So... why am I here, Non?"

Anon sighed, leaning forward to rest his elbows on the table, a tired expression on his face. Boon couldn't say that he had seen Anon look so... downhearted. Crestfallen. Defeated, even. It didn't suit the heir, who walked around with all the confidence of the world in his stride. "I miss you," Anon finally admitted, his voice soft. "It's been a hard few weeks and... I've needed a friend, really. And I would normally message you but it's my fault we're not talking in the first place."

"Yeah," Boon agreed, crossing his arms defensively, the hurt evident on his face. "For a reason I still can't understand."

"it was a stupid reason, I suppose," Anon said. "But I just... I really wanted things to work with P'Red after his accident. And even though I'd never tell him about us - because of course I would never expose you to anyone - I didn't want to risk lying to the man I love while he was going through such a hard time."

"The memory loss..." Boon softened, watching as Anon rubbed at his temple and nodded in defeat. "He still doesn't remember you, huh?"

"No," Anon replied, his voice quiet. "He doesn't."

"I'm sorry, Non. That's not an easy thing to go through," Boon told him, reaching out to hold onto his friend's hand. Anon glanced at their connected fingers, watching as Boon squeezed his hand in comfort, silently waiting for the other to continue - it appeared he had a lot to get off of his chest.

"Actually... I tried to break up with him."

Boon's eyes widened in surprise. "Really?" He asked. "Because he doesn't remember you?"

Anon hesitated to answer, sucking his lower lip into his mouth before he let out yet another sigh, heavier than the last. "Sort of. You see, P'Red believed me after his accident, when I told him that we were in love. It was... it was so nice, P'Boon. It was everything I've ever wanted since I realised my feelings for him all those years ago. But his brother, P'Dan... he knew that something was off between us. And when he found out what I was doing he talked me into calling off the wedding because it wouldn't be fair to keep lying to P'Red."

Boon nodded, even though it didn't need to be said that he had warned Anon of this long before Dan did. If Boon were a lesser man, he'd tell Anon "I told you so" and leave him to wallow in the pity - but he was not. He knew that Anon was suffering, had already realised that Boon had been right - just him acknowledging that their lack of contact had been his fault was enough for Boon to remain by his side.

"But..." Anon continued, finally looking back up at Boon, a bittersweet smile on his face. "P'Red didn't want to break up with me. My plan worked. He fell in love with me. And the most fucked up part is I wish he hadn't - because it was all a lie. And now we're not talking because he's angry and hurt because I tried to call it off and I don't know what to say to win him over... And it's been hard because..."

"You still have to plan the wedding, don't you?" Boon finished when Anon fell silent. The heir nodded, squeezing Boon's hand back before releasing it, sliding it back into his lap.

"Yeah..." Anon nodded. "We have to smile for the camera. Smile in front of our families. But as soon as we're alone, we're back to how we were before the accident... No, actually, this is worse." Anon's voice fell into a whisper. "We don't talk to each other at all, anymore. At least before, even if he insulted me... we at least spoke."

"Silence speaks volumes," Boon quoted, watching as Anon absent-mindedly reached for his wine glass to take a sip. He didn't look drunk, which was good, but the effects of the alcohol must be making him feel more down and tired than usual. There was a droop in his shoulders, as though he burdened a heavy weight, and his usually keen and sharp eyes were half-lidded and puffy. Boon wondered if he had been crying. Anon was great at keeping his feelings together in the public - the press had never seen him cry - but alone at home was a different story. "He's hurting, you're hurting. You need to talk to him, Non. And not just about the wedding - about everything. His accident, his real feelings for you. If you admit that you were wrong, that you made a mistake, you could be redeemed. It won't be easy, but at least you've softened the blow, right?"

Anon set the glass down, once again resting his head in his hands as he nodded along to Boon's words. He knew that the other was right, that the advice he was giving him was the best course of action - and Anon wanted to take it. But - and this was something he'd never admit - he was terrified of what Red's reaction would be. He never thought it could get any worse than swearing or insults - but the silence, the ignoring, the lack of texts and calls, it was killing Anon. And every day he didn't hear from his fiancée, he was instead expecting another call from the hospital, telling him that Red had been in another accident. Anon couldn't be the reason for it - especially since deep down, he suspected he was the reason for the first one too...

"You're right," Anon acknowledged with his head bowed. "I know what I have to do. But... I'm scared, P'Boon. Scared of making things worse..."

"You have to take that leap, Non," Boon encouraged him. "There's no other way around it. Otherwise, what you're going through now is going to be the rest of your life with him - and you don't want that."

"No, no, I don't," Anon shook his head. "This- this is really good advice, P'Boon. Thank you. Thank you so much." Anon told the other, gazing up into his eyes. "And I'm sorry I shut you out. I shouldn't have done that. You're my friend, and I was selfish." Another smile crossed Anon's face - one that didn't reach his eyes. "I still am. Sitting here, asking you to come and listen to my sob story - you didn't have to stay here with me, but you did. And I appreciate it."

"You know, a lot of your problems could have been solved easily if you chose me instead of Red," Boon smiled cheekily, drawing out a little chuckle from Anon, who also rolled his eyes. "But the heart wants what it wants, right? Plus, I'm totally over you now."

Anon managed a laugh, the heir shaking his head. It was the first time he had felt happy in weeks - everything going on, the whiplash between the difference in his personal and public lives, had taken such a toll on their heir. Even his grandfather was worried, noting how Anon had lost some weight, which Anon brushed off as a result of the wedding planning. He didn't want anyone in his or Red's family to know they were unhappy.

"I needed to talk to you, P'Boon. Really, thank you for coming. I was going crazy, without a friend. And things are only getting crazier with the wedding being so close." Anon explained.

"Have you set a date yet?"

"We have, though who knows if we're going to go through with it. But, just in case it does, I'd love for you to be there..." Anon reached into his pocket, bringing out a shiny cream envelope. It was sealed with a red wax stamp and had his and Red's government name - Daeng - etched on the front in cursive. He handed it over to Boon, who opened it immediately to find their wedding invitation inside. "It might be weird inviting an ex - but I don't know how I'd manage if my best friend wasn't with me. I hope you can come, P'Boon. I hope it's not too much to ask of you to be there."

Boon ignored the slight pang in his heart as he carefully slid the invitation back in the envelope - though, he did notice the feeling of pain wasn't as strong as it used to be. Maybe... maybe he was truly getting over Anon, for good this time. Maybe now they could just be friends, and nothing more. "Of course I'll attend," Boon promised. "I'll be there for you Anon. Now come on - we have two months of life to catch up on."

"Yes," Anon agreed, lifting up his drink. He was in a considerably better mood now, the sadness in his eyes still prevalent, but not overpowering his entire being as it had before. "I need to know about how a certain closet case ended up as the lead in a BL film. Do tell, P'Boon."

"I'll let the closet case comment slide because you're upset," Boon teased, kicking Anon's foot lightly under the table. "But... yeah. Let me tell you all about it..."

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Timeline: 2024 December 7th, Saturday, 6:32 P.M. Location: Spectrum Lounge & Bar, Bangkok. Mood: Confused, hurt, resigned Attire: See above. This is him trying to be low-key lmao come on P'Boon, you're turning heads with that look! With: @anonnikulaphon

Boon has been working hard lately to promote himself and Sing for their upcoming BL project. In addition to attending script readings and meetings about location and expectation, Boon has also been promoting the brands sponsoring the film and modelling here and there on the side. It had been exhausting, and he and Sing were due to start their intimacy practice soon now that they had gone through the script a few times, which was a bit nerve-wrecking. Boon didn't feel like he had time for anything else - but then a text from Anon asking him to meet up for dinner had him changing his plans. Boon wasn't going to go, but Anon was more than just an ex - he was his friend too, and deserved to be heard.

Boon just arrived at the restaurant, finding Anon waiting for him in a more private corner of the bar, drinks for their table already ordered...

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[ Boon's Valentine's Day Instagram post. The photo was taken by his manager. Boon's follower count has increased tremendously after news of his new BL project! ]

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Timeline: 2024 November 29th, Friday, late afternoon. Location: Outside the studio, Bangkok Mood: Relaxed, a bit tired... kinda missing Sing Attire: See above - casual and handsome!

Boon's day started later than usual, and it had started alone - something he wasn't familiar with since he had started living with Sing. Sing had gone off to a photo-shoot, while Boon visited P'Kla to discuss his upcoming schedule, which would be incredibly busy in the next few months. With some free time, he managed to visit his lakorn co-star Nalin, meeting with her at a secret café that reporters didn't usually frequent. It was nice catching up with his friend, who was surprised about his turn to BL and asked him a lot of questions about how he was getting along with the controversial Sing. They promised to keep in touch more frequently before leaving.

Currently, Boon is waiting for Sing. Spending time with Nalin was great, but he found himself missing his co-star and room-mate. He wondered how Sing's photo-shoot went, and was looking forward to seeing him back at the studio or condo - even if that meant it was one step closer to the intimate scene practice they'd be doing soon...

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Timeline: 2024 November 29th, Friday, late afternoon. Location: Studio in Bangkok. Mood: Exhausted... But excited to see Boon.... Attire: See above. Mad cute

Sing had a separate schedule from Boon today. He had a photoshoot for a clothing brand that he represents. He left the condo with P'Goy very early in the morning and he's now being dropped off, late in the afternoon. He has no idea what Boon has been up to and he is hoping to catch the other, do some script reading, maybe hang-out, and eat. This is the first time they have been apart for a long time in a day since they started living together. He thinks it's going great so far and he is getting along with his on-screen partner. They are currently working on getting a lot closer to prepare for their intimate scenes...

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[ Boon sees this interview on social media and can't help but smile at the response his future co-star gives. He's come to know Sing as being a lovely person - he's energetic and speaks his mind, but Boon likes that about him. Boon's also happy seeing a reporter being put in their place, knowing how invasive they are and how rude their questions can be ]

have you finally learnt how to be respectful your co-stars? or will your future works be doomed to fail because of your past?

[ a reporter cornering sing while leaving a store asks this question; sing's polite although he didn't want to answer - ]

"I've always been respectful," he stopped in his tracks, P'Goy wincing when the manager realized he's giving a statement. "Most of the people I've worked with would tell you that. Those who would say something different must've said or did something that warranted me to act a certain way when around them. I've learned a lot from my past. I don't regret the things I've said and done, if anything, maybe I should've done more. I have nothing to worry about my current project and hopefully my future ones as well. P'Boon's a respected actor. He is kind, supportive, open-minded, and definitely an ally. If you remember correctly, the people I butted heads with shouldn't have been in the BL business with the way they talk about the people in the community. You don't get to be homophobic and make money off of us, is all I'm going to say. Have a great day!"

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[ Boon is curious about which photo Sing is thirsting over - if he ever finds out he'll be teasing him xD ]

[ this is sing scrolling through boon's insta and thirsting over his co-star and him pouting thinking 'why can't i just touch the abs once???' there's a specific pic he's been staring at and he's like, he wants to a message - 'please, detroy me.' hnnnngggg 😳😳😬😳😳😳😳😳😳🍆👅🥵🥵🥵🥵👀👀😳😳😳 ]

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Boon wasn't expecting to have such a deep conversation at this time of night, especially with his co-star, a man he only scratched the surface of knowing. Sing was playful, for sure, but surprisingly could be very deep. Boon wondered if those who criticised Sing for being outspoken and unfiltered about issues knew that about him, that if he had a platform and a chance he could be deep and insightful. Boon had seen the comments, watched the videos, gotten himself more familiar with his co-star since knowing they were going to work together, curious to his reputation as controversial and finding that he actually agreed with a lot of what Sing said.

Now was no different. After Boon gave him his perspective of a love that didn't care, reflecting on his own life and his own muddled feelings towards Nong Anon, he listened to Sing show him a different point of view - in of course, his own way, serious words mixed with giggles and old Hollywood accents.

"Hmmm… Sometimes going with the tide is the best choice. We can't control everything, right? But - when you want something, I always say, no one's just gonna hand it to you, you have to go get it yourself, darling."

"That's... true." Boon agreed, nodding slowly. SIng had asked him for advice, but it felt as if their roles were reversed now, with Boon contemplating once again on his own life. Maybe if he were more firm with Anon about wanting to be with him, then they'd be together right now. Maybe if he didn't play it safe and didn't care about the tabloids and gossip columns and his image to the fans, he could be in a relationship with the man, or at least try to make it work. But Anon was... Anon was willing to throw their four years of friendship - three of them being when they were in a relationship - away for another person. For his P'Red. Who didn't even like Anon - or rather, didn't remember that he didn't like Anon...

"Hmmm... At least, that's how I've been living... Making waves now and then gets you noticed... It gets you what you want..."

And wasn't that the truth. All those controversies Sing had under his belt definitely were a result of him shaking up the system. Boon chuckled, nodding.

Then, Sing's grin widened, with the younger man turning to face Boon. The next thing that came out of his mouth was even more unexpected, causing Boon's eyes to widen and mouth to open in surprise - though, he suspected that's the reaction that Sing wanted when he said...

"Phi, wanna shower together??"

"A-ah... um... w-wha?" Boon stammered, mind almost shorting at the question. How could they go from something so serious to something so flirty in a manner of seconds? Boon realised now - as if he hadn't already - that being around Sing? Yeah, it was definitely going to keep him on his toes.

Finally, Boon wrapped his head around the fact that he had been silent for way too long, clearing his throat before rolling his eyes at his co-star, trying to channel... well, what? A straight man who wasn't offended by the prospect of two men showering together, he supposed.

"Ha ha..." Boon ended up saying, not actually laughing but speaking the words instead. He splashed the other with water, shaking his head and he stood up in the spa, thinking it was time to head off. "Very funny, Nong. You get points for trying though, I'll give you that," The older actor said, exiting the tub and offering Sing his hand to help the other up, if he wanted. "Should we go? It's getting a bit late, and we have a workshop and check-in with P'Nan tomorrow. Let's shower and get some sleep - that's separately, Nong." Boon teased. "Come on."

The two gathered the items they had brought with them - towels, thongs, Sing's robe - and walked back down to their room. It was comfortable between them, which was a good sign. The fact that Sing could joke about showering together and Boon could laugh it off showed that they'd be getting along well in the next few months. But Boon did have to be careful. Sing's flirting and teasing wasn't going to stop, and he had to get used to it in a way that didn't betray who he really was.

And... he might take Sing's advice. Anon didn't want him to message, but maybe it was time to swim against the tide and start making waves...

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Boon watched as Sing re-entered the water, allowing the other to sit beside him again. Sing seemed to like being really close, taking whatever opportunity he had to do so since they met - though, Boon didn't mind it. He wondered if this was how Sing was with everyone or whether it was just him, and figured he'd have plenty of time to get the answer to that question while they worked together on the film.

After asking Sing if that was his boyfriend after the other actor confirmed that he had made plans that weekend, Sing winked at him, answering that it was a "secret". Boon had avoided answering that question when it was posed to him about his female co-star, and often said they were just friends when he was interviewed - but Sing's method of answering, in Boon's opinion, was basically a confirmation. Not that Sing had to share - Boon hadn't - but how was Boon supposed to think anything different when he had said it so mysteriously and punctuated it with a flirty wink?

"But Phi, I'll only go out to dinner. My date's been busy lately."

His date, huh? Yeah, Sing was definitely seeing someone. Maybe not a boyfriend, but at least someone he was interested in.

"That's okay, I'll probably spend time at the gym down here. Or the pool." Boon said with a small shrug, suddenly hit by a wave of loneliness. He could see someone but... who was there to see? Anon wasn't talking to him any more. Even he wasn't intending on sleeping with his old friend-with-benefit, they couldn't even hang out because of how Anon had cut him off of contact. Boon could probably message his female co-star Nalin, but it might not be a good look for him to do so since he was filming a BL. He didn't want to ruin the image, make it seem as though he were ditching Sing to instead spend time with a girl, when he was supposed to be selling a male-love fantasy.

Sing was quiet for a moment, seemingly contemplating something. Boon let him, lost in his own lonely thoughts, his hands carding through the hot water of the spa. Suddenly, Sing started to speak again, his voice taking on a serious tone that Boon rarely heard from the actor.

"Phi, can I ask you a question?"

"Yeah, of course." Boon nodded, watching for Sing to speak again. The other actor was looking at him intently, leaning over the edge of the spa with his face resting on his arm. He looked so cute like this - bathed in the moonlight with droplets of water dotting his skin... Boon swallowed to himself, trying to talk himself out of admiring the other's form to instead listen to his question.

He... was not expecting the words that came out of Sing's mouth.

"What would you do if you're in love with someone who doesn't care about you?"

To say that Boon was taken off-guard was an understatement. His eyes widened, briefly, as he thought of the one person this applied to in his own life. He had been in love with Anon, he was sure of it, but it couldn't work out, for far too many reasons. Boon refused to make his sexuality public, which Anon understood, but it had put such a strain on their secret relationship that they both cracked under the pressure. And Anon was jealous, soooo jealous, even if Boon was kissing a co-star for a scene he'd hate it, not talk to him for days after hearing about it.

But the main reason why they could never work? Was Anon's love for Red.

Boon didn't understand it. He knew they were childhood friends, but from what Anon had told him Red didn't like him any more. Yet Anon was persistent in sailing that ship, even at the risk of ruining his own livelihood. And it didn't make sense, because Anon had someone who actually loved him right here, Boon, and Anon didn't care about that.

"I... I don't know." Boon said slowly, releasing he had taken a while to answer Sing's question.

"It's... It must be a scary situation, huh?"

Boon swallowed again, nodding. "I... imagine that it is pretty scary," Boon said, glancing away from his co-star. These questions surely didn't come out of nowhere - they stemmed from that phone call from Sing's 'date'. Perhaps Nong was in the same situation as Boon - loving someone who doesn't care about them. Sing must have been in love with that person on the phone, whoever it was - but why wouldn't he care about someone like Sing? Sing was a great guy, Boon could tell even if they hadn't met long ago. He empathised with Nong, wanting to comfort him but at the same time not wanting to confront his own feelings, where he was in the same position.

"I think for me..." Boon started saying, his voice a little quieter. "If someone I loved didn't care about me... I supposed I'd have to let them go." He glanced back at Sing, a sad smile on his face. "Well, that's a bit depressing. Maybe, letting them go forever isn't a solution. But... you know that saying 'absence makes the heart grow fonder'? It tells us that two people can develop strong affection for each other when there's a bit of distance between them. I'd give the person the space they needed to process their feelings, be there when I could, but ultimately leave the decision up to them."

Boon sighed, leaning back against the edge of the pool, the water gently rippling with the movement. "But that's just me, Nong. Everyone is different. I don't like to make waves. I just go with the tide."

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Boon watched as Sing re-entered the water, allowing the other to sit beside him again. Sing seemed to like being really close, taking whatever opportunity he had to do so since they met - though, Boon didn't mind it. He wondered if this was how Sing was with everyone or whether it was just him, and figured he'd have plenty of time to get the answer to that question while they worked together on the film.

After asking Sing if that was his boyfriend after the other actor confirmed that he had made plans that weekend, Sing winked at him, answering that it was a "secret". Boon had avoided answering that question when it was posed to him about his female co-star, and often said they were just friends when he was interviewed - but Sing's method of answering, in Boon's opinion, was basically a confirmation. Not that Sing had to share - Boon hadn't - but how was Boon supposed to think anything different when he had said it so mysteriously and punctuated it with a flirty wink?

"But Phi, I'll only go out to dinner. My date's been busy lately."

His date, huh? Yeah, Sing was definitely seeing someone. Maybe not a boyfriend, but at least someone he was interested in.

"That's okay, I'll probably spend time at the gym down here. Or the pool." Boon said with a small shrug, suddenly hit by a wave of loneliness. He could see someone but... who was there to see? Anon wasn't talking to him any more. Even he wasn't intending on sleeping with his old friend-with-benefit, they couldn't even hang out because of how Anon had cut him off of contact. Boon could probably message his female co-star Nalin, but it might not be a good look for him to do so since he was filming a BL. He didn't want to ruin the image, make it seem as though he were ditching Sing to instead spend time with a girl, when he was supposed to be selling a male-love fantasy.

Sing was quiet for a moment, seemingly contemplating something. Boon let him, lost in his own lonely thoughts, his hands carding through the hot water of the spa. Suddenly, Sing started to speak again, his voice taking on a serious tone that Boon rarely heard from the actor.

"Phi, can I ask you a question?"

"Yeah, of course." Boon nodded, watching for Sing to speak again. The other actor was looking at him intently, leaning over the edge of the spa with his face resting on his arm. He looked so cute like this - bathed in the moonlight with droplets of water dotting his skin... Boon swallowed to himself, trying to talk himself out of admiring the other's form to instead listen to his question.

He... was not expecting the words that came out of Sing's mouth.

"What would you do if you're in love with someone who doesn't care about you?"

To say that Boon was taken off-guard was an understatement. His eyes widened, briefly, as he thought of the one person this applied to in his own life. He had been in love with Anon, he was sure of it, but it couldn't work out, for far too many reasons. Boon refused to make his sexuality public, which Anon understood, but it had put such a strain on their secret relationship that they both cracked under the pressure. And Anon was jealous, soooo jealous, even if Boon was kissing a co-star for a scene he'd hate it, not talk to him for days after hearing about it.

But the main reason why they could never work? Was Anon's love for Red.

Boon didn't understand it. He knew they were childhood friends, but from what Anon had told him Red didn't like him any more. Yet Anon was persistent in sailing that ship, even at the risk of ruining his own livelihood. And it didn't make sense, because Anon had someone who actually loved him right here, Boon, and Anon didn't care about that.

"I... I don't know." Boon said slowly, releasing he had taken a while to answer Sing's question.

"It's... It must be a scary situation, huh?"

Boon swallowed again, nodding. "I... imagine that it is pretty scary," Boon said, glancing away from his co-star. These questions surely didn't come out of nowhere - they stemmed from that phone call from Sing's 'date'. Perhaps Nong was in the same situation as Boon - loving someone who doesn't care about them. Sing must have been in love with that person on the phone, whoever it was - but why wouldn't he care about someone like Sing? Sing was a great guy, Boon could tell even if they hadn't met long ago. He empathised with Nong, wanting to comfort him but at the same time not wanting to confront his own feelings, where he was in the same position.

"I think for me..." Boon started saying, his voice a little quieter. "If someone I loved didn't care about me... I supposed I'd have to let them go." He glanced back at Sing, a sad smile on his face. "Well, that's a bit depressing. Maybe, letting them go forever isn't a solution. But... you know that saying 'absence makes the heart grow fonder'? It tells us that two people can develop strong affection for each other when there's a bit of distance between them. I'd give the person the space they needed to process their feelings, be there when I could, but ultimately leave the decision up to them."

Boon sighed, leaning back against the edge of the pool, the water gently rippling with the movement. "But that's just me, Nong. Everyone is different. I don't like to make waves. I just go with the tide."

Boon's smile didn't leave his face as he and Sing began to playfully banter again, glad that he was able to steer the conversation away from any kind of talk about girlfriends and a love life. He figured that later in the night, when they got back to their room, he'd think about possible questions that his co-star might ask to get to know him regarding his personal life, and ways he could answer them without being rude and ruining the friendship they were developing while still keeping everything a secret. It would be tough, but Boon had a purpose. Sing didn't need to know everything about him - but if something did come up, he'd like to be prepared, lest he accidentally say the wrong thing...

Their conversation was interrupted when Sing's phone starting ringing in the pocket of his robe. Sing didn't appear as if he were going to get it, but the ringing became insistent.

"Sorry, Phi, let me get that… It's probably P'Goy and she gets really upset when I don't answer. She's always talking about 'what if it's an emergency???' Which, I totally get."

"Yeah of course," Boon nodded at Sing's apology as the other stepped out of the tub. "I'll just be here, take your time."

Boon watched, his hands swaying the water as Sing reached for his phone in the pocket of his robe, face instantly lighting up when he saw whoever was calling. He answered it quickly, greeting the other person on the line in a loud, excited voice. Sing waved over to Boon and Boon waved back, thinking that the other might take some time with his call since he seemed eager to talk. The actor allowed himself to relax in the warmth of the tub, sinking his body inside the water, so that only his shoulders, neck, and head were visible. He rested back against the edge, closing his eyes and listening to the one-sided conversation coming from Sing. It seemed as though he were catching up with someone he hadn't spoken to in a while.

A dull ache developed in Boon's chest, as his mind wandered to Anon. He wondered if his friend was doing okay. They hadn't spoken in so long, and he really wished that he could just pick up the phone and talk to the man, at the very least to check in. He knew N'Non was going through a rough time, but a lot of that was his own doing because of how determined he was to win that Red's affection - and it frustrated Boon to no end. Crush or not, he didn't want to see his friend hurt, and he knew that's where Nong was heading if he didn't stop trying to play god in his relationship with Red.

Boon sighed heavily through his nose, eyes peeling back open as he stared up at the darkened sky above. Was Nong Anon looking at the same sky? ...Probably not. He was probably too busy staring into Red's eyes or something.

Not that Boon was bitter about it, the actor tried to convince himself.

Sing appeared to be finishing up his conversation, seemingly being a bit cryptic about whoever he was talking about to his friend. "I don't know what he fed you but... Fine. But you better come see me this weekend. I've missed you! We haven't seen each other in a while... I know, I know, I've been busy... You promise??? Dinner??? Okay!!! I'll see you then, Phi!!"

Boon smiled as Sing made his way back to the tub, getting in beside him and sinking his body in the water.

"Sorry, Phi... Didn't mean to take long with the phone call. We're not doing anything this weekend, right? Do you have any plans?"

"You weren't long at all," Boon shook his head, assuring the other. "And no, I don't believe we are. P'Nan hasn't said anything, and I don't think we're contracted to work on most weekends. If you wanted to go out with you friend, that's okay. I can just do something here on my own." Boon shrugged, used to being alone. "Oh, I'm sorry. I just assumed he was your friend." Boon turned to Sing, once again reminded of the other's beauty when he looked at his face. Someone like Sing was surely taken. Other than appearance, the actor was nice and kind and friendly, and of course had strong morals and conviction. Anyone would be lucky to have a boyfriend like that.

"Was that your boyfriend?" Boon asked with a raised brow. SIng had asked Boon about a girlfriend, so it was only fair for Boon to mirror that question too, right?

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Boon's smile didn't leave his face as he and Sing began to playfully banter again, glad that he was able to steer the conversation away from any kind of talk about girlfriends and a love life. He figured that later in the night, when they got back to their room, he'd think about possible questions that his co-star might ask to get to know him regarding his personal life, and ways he could answer them without being rude and ruining the friendship they were developing while still keeping everything a secret. It would be tough, but Boon had a purpose. Sing didn't need to know everything about him - but if something did come up, he'd like to be prepared, lest he accidentally say the wrong thing...

Their conversation was interrupted when Sing's phone starting ringing in the pocket of his robe. Sing didn't appear as if he were going to get it, but the ringing became insistent.

"Sorry, Phi, let me get that… It's probably P'Goy and she gets really upset when I don't answer. She's always talking about 'what if it's an emergency???' Which, I totally get."

"Yeah of course," Boon nodded at Sing's apology as the other stepped out of the tub. "I'll just be here, take your time."

Boon watched, his hands swaying the water as Sing reached for his phone in the pocket of his robe, face instantly lighting up when he saw whoever was calling. He answered it quickly, greeting the other person on the line in a loud, excited voice. Sing waved over to Boon and Boon waved back, thinking that the other might take some time with his call since he seemed eager to talk. The actor allowed himself to relax in the warmth of the tub, sinking his body inside the water, so that only his shoulders, neck, and head were visible. He rested back against the edge, closing his eyes and listening to the one-sided conversation coming from Sing. It seemed as though he were catching up with someone he hadn't spoken to in a while.

A dull ache developed in Boon's chest, as his mind wandered to Anon. He wondered if his friend was doing okay. They hadn't spoken in so long, and he really wished that he could just pick up the phone and talk to the man, at the very least to check in. He knew N'Non was going through a rough time, but a lot of that was his own doing because of how determined he was to win that Red's affection - and it frustrated Boon to no end. Crush or not, he didn't want to see his friend hurt, and he knew that's where Nong was heading if he didn't stop trying to play god in his relationship with Red.

Boon sighed heavily through his nose, eyes peeling back open as he stared up at the darkened sky above. Was Nong Anon looking at the same sky? ...Probably not. He was probably too busy staring into Red's eyes or something.

Not that Boon was bitter about it, the actor tried to convince himself.

Sing appeared to be finishing up his conversation, seemingly being a bit cryptic about whoever he was talking about to his friend. "I don't know what he fed you but... Fine. But you better come see me this weekend. I've missed you! We haven't seen each other in a while... I know, I know, I've been busy... You promise??? Dinner??? Okay!!! I'll see you then, Phi!!"

Boon smiled as Sing made his way back to the tub, getting in beside him and sinking his body in the water.

"Sorry, Phi... Didn't mean to take long with the phone call. We're not doing anything this weekend, right? Do you have any plans?"

"You weren't long at all," Boon shook his head, assuring the other. "And no, I don't believe we are. P'Nan hasn't said anything, and I don't think we're contracted to work on most weekends. If you wanted to go out with you friend, that's okay. I can just do something here on my own." Boon shrugged, used to being alone. "Oh, I'm sorry. I just assumed he was your friend." Boon turned to Sing, once again reminded of the other's beauty when he looked at his face. Someone like Sing was surely taken. Other than appearance, the actor was nice and kind and friendly, and of course had strong morals and conviction. Anyone would be lucky to have a boyfriend like that.

"Was that your boyfriend?" Boon asked with a raised brow. SIng had asked Boon about a girlfriend, so it was only fair for Boon to mirror that question too, right?

Sing's grin and laughter were infectious, even if he was laughing at Boon's expense.

"Is that - Is that what you do with the ladies? They fall for that, huh?"

Boon rolled his eyes, but had his own smile plastered on his face as Sing teased him. The mood between them was light-hearted and he wasn't offended at all. Boon didn't even care about women in the way that Sing was teasing him, though of course the other actor didn't know that.

"Hm, guess getting a guy to fall for you is different," Boon hummed. "That move kills with the ladies."

"That's really cute… So, lakorn series can be cheesy, huh?"

"Lakorn is where I learnt it," Boon said with a smile, thinking back to his latest series. He might not be interested in women, but it had been fun playing a more flirtatious character, especially in interviews. His co-star Nalin had laughed with Boon about all the 'moves' he had to put on her while they were filming. Her character would be swooning, just like the rest of the audience who watched him on the screen, but after the cameras were off she and Boon would tearing up from laughter at how funny the exchanges were. That was one of the great things about filming with friends - there was no judgement. Boon hoped that he would have that with Sing too.

"What if I want a real kiss?? That wasn't even a tease, oh my god. PLEASE. Don't EVER do that with your girlfriend… Oh, no, please, tell me you NEVER did that to your girlfriend. I bet she liked it though… She probably thinks you're the biggest puppy and well, I wouldn't blame her, BUT, Phi, you're so cheesy hahahaha!"

One thing Boon was trying to get used to about Sing was how quickly the man could talk and how expressive his face was when he thought of something new. Boon blinked a couple of times as he processed, wondering about what to say. Deny to Sing that he has a girlfriend? Lie about it? Confirm it? In interviews, he's left his relationship status incredibly obscure for the sanctity of his image, but what was he going to say to the co-star he'd be living with for the next few months? And if he did say that he had a girlfriend... wouldn't SIng be expecting him to want to text or talk to her?

"What can I say?" Boon said with a light laugh, still smiling, thinking to avoid the 'girlfriend' statement for now. "Some people like that kind of thing a lot. Maybe not for our movie, but it doesn't hurt to try right?" Boon leaned a bit closer, one of his eyebrows raising. "Are you trying to steal a kiss from me before we even started filming?" He asked playfully. "And right here when I'm half naked in a hot tub?" Boon let out a dramatic gasp, covering his chest with his arms. "You work fast, Khun Sing," Boon teased. "We've only just met!"

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Sing's grin and laughter were infectious, even if he was laughing at Boon's expense.

"Is that - Is that what you do with the ladies? They fall for that, huh?"

Boon rolled his eyes, but had his own smile plastered on his face as Sing teased him. The mood between them was light-hearted and he wasn't offended at all. Boon didn't even care about women in the way that Sing was teasing him, though of course the other actor didn't know that.

"Hm, guess getting a guy to fall for you is different," Boon hummed. "That move kills with the ladies."

"That's really cute… So, lakorn series can be cheesy, huh?"

"Lakorn is where I learnt it," Boon said with a smile, thinking back to his latest series. He might not be interested in women, but it had been fun playing a more flirtatious character, especially in interviews. His co-star Nalin had laughed with Boon about all the 'moves' he had to put on her while they were filming. Her character would be swooning, just like the rest of the audience who watched him on the screen, but after the cameras were off she and Boon would tearing up from laughter at how funny the exchanges were. That was one of the great things about filming with friends - there was no judgement. Boon hoped that he would have that with Sing too.

"What if I want a real kiss?? That wasn't even a tease, oh my god. PLEASE. Don't EVER do that with your girlfriend… Oh, no, please, tell me you NEVER did that to your girlfriend. I bet she liked it though… She probably thinks you're the biggest puppy and well, I wouldn't blame her, BUT, Phi, you're so cheesy hahahaha!"

One thing Boon was trying to get used to about Sing was how quickly the man could talk and how expressive his face was when he thought of something new. Boon blinked a couple of times as he processed, wondering about what to say. Deny to Sing that he has a girlfriend? Lie about it? Confirm it? In interviews, he's left his relationship status incredibly obscure for the sanctity of his image, but what was he going to say to the co-star he'd be living with for the next few months? And if he did say that he had a girlfriend... wouldn't SIng be expecting him to want to text or talk to her?

"What can I say?" Boon said with a light laugh, still smiling, thinking to avoid the 'girlfriend' statement for now. "Some people like that kind of thing a lot. Maybe not for our movie, but it doesn't hurt to try right?" Boon leaned a bit closer, one of his eyebrows raising. "Are you trying to steal a kiss from me before we even started filming?" He asked playfully. "And right here when I'm half naked in a hot tub?" Boon let out a dramatic gasp, covering his chest with his arms. "You work fast, Khun Sing," Boon teased. "We've only just met!"

The spa was perfect, Boon could see himself coming up here every night, and Sing's company was pleasant too. It was nice to have someone to do things with, Boon's always liked that, even if he wasn't particularly extroverted or outgoing. Sometimes one other person was enough to change his day from bad to good, and since he'd be spending so much time with Sing - who he already got a long with - he was hoping for even more better day in the future.

Sing swam up to him in the spa, through the bubbling water so that they were face to face. Boon's lids opened a crack so that he could see the other, a small, amused smile on his face when his co-star started talking. Sing had a talent for turning nothing into a point of conversation, like now when he was asking Boon about whether he was more like a dog or a cat.

"If you're asking which I prefer, it's dogs," Boon grinned. It was hard to own a pet as an actor, but especially a dog. He's always wanted a golden retriever, loving their outgoing nature and their sunshine fur, but the demand of travelling because of work - and just his busy schedule in general - prevented him from ever being able to have one. "If you're asking which I'm like more... hm, you'll just have to know me better and see for yourself." Boon winked, leaving something up to Sing's imagination. Truthfully he felt like a bit of both. He was very active and loved sports, and he also loved having good company but he needed encouragement to get to that level sometimes.

What was Sing though? He was sure beautiful. He had feline-like features, soft and mysterious, with eyes that drew a person in like they were under a spell. He was energetic though, and had the potential to get himself into trouble, if their first meeting was any indication - perhaps he was like a very playful cat. Boon had seen his claws too, thinking back to that first night when they confronted that weirdo by the tree.

"Phi, you're really handsome, you know? No wonder you have many fans."

"Ah- thank you," Boon responded, a little shy smile on his face. He had been told this many times, but not from another actor. One who he'd be working with in very close proximity in the next few months.

"What do you think of me, phi? What do you think? Can you imagine kissing me once we're in front of the cameras?"

Boon's eyes widened as Sing drew closer in the water, his hands settling on the actor's neck. Boon couldn't even answer the other's question yet - for one, he wanted to be honest with Sing and tell him that he also thought he was handsome, but for two, because Sing's playful nature was too fast for him to keep up. One minute they were two men sitting in a spa talking about cats and dogs and the next Sing was all up in his space making pouty lips and kissy-faces in his old Hollywood trans-atlantic accent again. Boon was stunned into stillness, getting a full view of that gorgeous face right in front of him, but unable to say or do anything without second-guessing whether his actions to out who he was or potentially offend his co-star.

"I- uh- Nong-" Boon sputtered, clearly flustered, wondering if there was going to be more of these kinds of moments in their next few months together.

Sing calmed down, chuckling to himself. "Oh my god. You're probably gonna hate me by the end of our project, phi. But I'll try my best to make it fun and easy for both of us. I know it's your first BL project... I know you'll do well... But if you have any concerns, espeially with the scenes we're going to shoot in the future, you know you can freely discuss it with me, right, phi?"

Sing's genuine expression of their work together had Boon calming down too. The other was beside him once more, but still sitting close. Their arms were pressed against each other, even thought here was space enough for more than two of them in the spa.

"I appreciate that, Nong," Boon finally said, getting his wits about him. It was dangerous when Sing was close, and when Sing was goading him on, but when they sat together like this he was able to manage well enough to steer the conversation back to a safe zone. "And I meant what I saw when we were in the workshop, about looking forward to working with you." Boon smiled, cocking his head to the side as he thought of a way to show Sing that he was up for filming, but one that might reinforce that he was 'straight' to the other actor. "I'm going to be relying on you a lot. And since we're not up to kissing scenes yet, I'll give you a little token of appreciation in a different way until we get there."

Boon's hand emerged from the water, his pointed and middle finger pressed together. He lifted them up to his lips, making a kissing gesture, before slowly bringing them towards Sing. "Here. To tide you over until we're in front of the cameras," Boon said, lightly tapping Sing's lips with the fingers he had just kissed. He couldn't help but let out a little laugh of his own. "Sorry. This was in the lakorn script. It marked the beginning of my relationship with the lead actress - so it suits to mark the beginning of our partnership for this film, right?"