A/N: The end is neaar!! T_T Thanks for still reading my works. I promise to write another Wad and Prem story after "FromTo Series".
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It's been 2 weeks now since Third fly back to Paris to manage some project in his company. For the past week, he was struggling because of the time difference that they him and In had to deal with. They set up a time to talk with each other through video call. The time difference is 5 hours and it was one of those nights that Third look forward to.
"P! Did you already eat? Why do you look so tired?"
In raised his eyebrows looking into the handsome face of his boyfriend from the screen. Its funny to think that he was actually missing the younger male but he never really said it because he knew that Third will boast about it. "I'm fine. I just have too many paperworks earlier that my neck was killing me. You're the one who looked tired though." He noticed some dark circles under Third's eyes. He knew very well that being a programmer was not easy, especially, Third is the CEO.
"Ah, sorry about that P. I was trying to finish my papers here too so that I can go back as soon as possible."
"I told you not to do a half-ass job. You better concentrate there and do not rush your work."
"Aww. Roger that P. Sorry but...I really miss you. It's hard to sleep without you."
A tug of pain pinched In's chest. "Me too. Me too." He wanted to tell Third that he was also seeking the young male's presence. He would always ask Spark whether there are any news about Third and if he is being guarded.
After some more talk about how they spent their day, finally In's eyelids were giving up on him. Third soon saw the sleeping face of his beloved.
"Goodnight P! I love you. Always."
After he hung up the video call, he dialed the number of his watcher and instructed him to clean up In's room and to tidy his things.
A few minutes passed and someone decoded the lock of In's place. "Alright, your highness, you guys miss each other like lovebirds but please do take care of yourself." the man whom Third gave instruction started to clean up and turn off In's computer. He's probably invading the older man's privacy but he was only doing his job as Third's henchman, bodyguard, and left hand.
In woke up in the middle of the night and as usual, he noticed that his place was tidied up. At first, he became suspicious but he was sure that it was one of Third's men who are doing this job for him. His lover is kind of possessive and protective of him that even until now, he knew that some of his men were always watching over him. Later on, he discovered through his hidden cameras on his stuffed toys collection that it was Spark who was taking care of him.
He thought, perhaps, Third was bullying his friend again.
The cold nights continued and it has been a month now since Third went back to Paris. Somehow the two got used to the distance and time difference but when the night comes, they will always feel empty.
"Tired?"
In looked up to see the person who owns the voice only to see the ever glowing and handsome face of Spark.
"How come I always see you around? Are you seriously following me around?"
"Nope. I still have a job to do and I don't have a lot of time to babysit you P." a smug smile was plastered on his face.
In was already comfortable with Spark so he kicked the younger lad on his knees but Spark avoided it with ease.
Spark laughed at him comfortably. "Hahaha. Chill, I'm here to accompany you. Where is your team?"
"I left them with work."
"You devil boss."
"They need to grow up."
"Why? Are you going somewhere?"
There was a long silence before In answered. "I don't know. I just have a feeling that someday, I'll leave LOCKET for good."
"You going with Ai'Third in Paris?"
In's cheeks become pink in an instant. Honestly, he wanted to stay by Third's side as much as possible to fill in the 4 years they have wasted denying each other's feelings. He wanted to make sure that he will not lose the young man again especially In knew that Third is always prone in danger.
Spark smiled gently. He felt really proud to the couple who struggled so much and was tested by time but managed finally to be together.
"I bet he will soon get you since he built the company for you."
In almost choked and spit the bottled apple juice that he was drinking when he heard what Spark said.
"Are you serious?"
"Yes. Didn't I told you that before? TR3In is the combination of your names. Also, he will never work hard if it's not for you. He built the company to impress you and to show the world that he deserves you. Haven't you heard enough of his love sick lines for you?"
In discreetly hides his face which looks like a tomato now. He did hear Third's cheesy lines and he knew that everything he does, Third always makes sure that In was part of it.
"It's been a month now. Aren't you afraid that Ai'Third would cheat on you there?"
In scoffed. Somehow, he felt really confident that his lover would not cheat at him. "If he wanted to cheat, he would've done it before on those 4 years we got separated."
"Whoahh. Such confidence!"
"I know that kid suffered a lot because of me and his sincerity and love was too pure that sometimes I wonder if I really deserve that. It's suffocating to the point that I don't know if I can even breathe without him."
There was a brief silence. In thought that perhaps he got a little too cheesy so Spark didn't say anything but just before he comes up with a change of topic, he faintly heard Spark's voice.
"You deserve it."
"I pity you for wasting your time here just to cover up for his childish wish." In stated, changing the subject to lighten the mood.
"Eh? Why? I'm not here just because that guy says so. I have my reasons too."
"Right! Would you mind telling me that?" In was being skeptical.
"Well, I'm here to heal my heart."
"Aww. Really? Are you serious?"
"Why? Don't you believe me?"
"Nah, it's just, you don't look like someone who will grieve over love."
"Hahahaha! I am a human."
"I didn't say you weren't. Haha." A faint laugh resonates from In's that Spark heard for the first time.
"Besides, I have an interesting job here, so technically, it's not against my will to be here."
Suddenly a familiar ringtone disrupted the conversation between the two. In's phone was ringing and the two gentlemen knew it was Third's ringtone. Yes, when Third and In got together, the younger one changed his ringtone from In's phone so that the latter will know it was the former who was calling. Of course Spark already knew it and was not surprised at all.
In picked up the call and excused himself.
"Why're you calling at this hour? Is there a problem?"
"Phiiiiiiiii!"
"What? Why?" In's heart started to beat fast.
"I..."
"What?"
"I... I miss you!!!!!"
In wanted to drop the call in an instant. His lover is acting up again but he knew that it was his way to relieve his stress.
"You punk. I know there's something going on. What is it?" Though he was scolding the younger man through phone, he also misses his significant one just by hearing his voice.
"Well, we got some projects to finish this month and if we succeed to have a deal with the company we are targeting to offer it, I'll be able to go back to Thailand...but..."
"But what?"
"We are in a slump. Pong and Dew are useless and I'm at my limit. I want to whack my head so that it can spill some solution but I'm worried that if I do, I might have amnesia and won't be able to remember you. I'd rather die than forget you Phiiiii!"
"You're really an idiot. Take time to rest. As a programmer, you know that nothing will come out to our mind if we are too exhausted. And don't be too hard on your friends, I bet you are scolding them non-stop just to relieve your stress. You can do it. Ask yourself what the client wants and what will be the best for them. Put yourself in their perspective."
There was a long silence on the other line that In though maybe it was cut but when he checked it, it was still in progress.
"Phi, you're still the best. I think I've been exhausted and stressed for too long. Thanks for reminding me that. I'll call you later again. I really really love you."
"Hmm, just don't be too hard on yourself. I know you can do it because you're the man whom I allowed to stay with me. Take care."
A big smile formed in Third's lips. All he needed was his vitamin I and he's good to go.
"Is everything alright?" Spark asked after In's call ended.
"Yeah, he was just in a slump to progress in his project."
"Ah! That's probably that project. The client is a big shot so he might feel pressured. I know Third can do it but sometimes he's useless. It happened many times before when TR3In was just starting. I think you did your best to support him."
"I hope so."
After their conversation, In went back to his office and spent his remaining office hours while worrying to his lover despite his poker face and stern commands to his team.
It was already seven in the evening when he got out of the office and was in haste to go back home. He immediately turned on his laptop and been staring for almost fifteen minutes wondering if it's alright to call his lover.
A thought came into In's mind and so he opened the social media app allowing him to contact someone close to Third to confirm his well-being.
In: Nong, are you busy?
Dewey Jitannian is typing...
Dew: Sawadee P'In. I have some spare time to talk. Anything you need?
In: Uhmm, how is Third?
Dewey Jitannian is typing...
Somehow, In noticed that Dew is typing rather long since it took some time before he received his response.
Dew: Ahh yes! I forgot to report that one to you Phi. Okay this would be long. First, that idiot is neglecting his health, can you scold him please? We know that he is handsome enough but lately he was too immersed finishing our project and forgot to eat and sleep properly. He was not leaving his office! >:(
In's veins pop out in his forehead as he reads Dews message.
Dewey Jitannian is typing...
Dew: Second, he's not really listening to us unless we threaten him to call you and tell you all of his negligence. I think he wanted to finish the project immediately because he wanted to go back to Thailand as soon as possible. BUT! It's not easy! We are all at the edge of our sanity. This project is crazy as hell. I want to go back to my previous company now. LOL. Kidding aside, whenever we mention your name, he will completely shut his mouth and regress like a kid. So we find it effective.
In: So he was not listening at all. Did he get sick recently?
Dewey Jitannian is typing...
Dew: uhhmm...
In: What?
Dew: Well, technically, he became really stubborn when we arrived here. But we understand since we think it's his withdrawal syndrome getting separated from you after you started dating. I am not saying it's bad, but yeah, you're his only reason, you know the rest of the story.
In suddenly felt pain inside his chest, he can't help but remember the days Third and him spent together when the younger man was still here. They've been apart for four years and Third endured so long during that time that he probably thought that he can't be away for too long.
In: This project of yours, when will this end?
Dew: We still have three weeks before its presentation. We already have its foundation but we are stuck on the most critical part of it which is the features. We are running out of time and patience. More importantly, we are drained because of the pressure.
In: Got it. So, how is he acting now?
Dew: Well, he was in a daze when he got here in the office. No one dares to approach him at the moment. We are just doing our part but without him, we are certainly lost. Pong was on the verge of exploding.
The older man seems to have a glimpse of what was happening and can't help but feel restless about it.
Dew: Ah, I don't know if this will be the third one but yeah, I'll just sold my friend out.
In: What is it?
Dewey Jitannian is typing...
Everytime In saw the italicized notification that Dew is typing, he can't help but be more curious on what other things he needed to know about his lover.
Dew: Well, since we came here, Pong and I noticed that Third was really popular within the industry. Perhaps because he is a young CEO. In order to build some more connections and have recommendations, we actually attended some parties.
"That, he mentioned it to me before." In thought to himself while his eyes were still focused in his laptop monitor.
Dew: Some pretty, no, gorgeous women were flocking over him everytime we attend parties. We are used to that but its getting annoying whenever they subtly brush their huge breasts or skinny arms to our friend who was already taken. Don't get me wrong Phi. Third noticed that but in order to not offend those women, he would just excuse himself and fly away.
In chuckled at the thought of it, imagining the troubled face of his lover.
Dew: He's not cheating. I'm reporting that to you Phi. However, the women here are sooooooo persistent. Just letting you know.
In: Alright, alright. I'll ask him about that. I won't mention your name, don't worry. And thanks for letting me know. I hope you guys won't stop scolding him to take care of himself and you too guys. Don't let your work rob you off your health. Try to loosen up so ideas can pop in your head.
Dew: Yeah, thanks for reminding me that. I hope Ai'Third can recover soon so we can finish this project and finally relax.
After their conversation, In spaced out for some time and stared at the ceiling of his room. Then, in a split moment, he turned on his customized computer (the special one he uses in doing his things - hacking).
He typed in some few words and called someone using his own application that will allow him to make a call but cannot be traced by any other telecommunication company or even other hackers. Somehow, he knew that his calls are being monitored, perhaps as commanded by his lover. He doesn't feel uncomfortable at all about it because most of his public calls are mainly about business or only concerns his friends. But, in cases like this, he has his own way to protect his privacy.
"Sawadee krab boss, this is In Sarathoon."
"Oh, Mr. Sarathoon. What do you need?"
"Boss, remember the thing you told me that I need to have some vacation? Can I avail it now?"
"Oh yes. Of course, after all, you rarely use your vacation and sick leave. Your current project is also a minor one so your team can cover it I think. When do you plan to take it?"
"I'll give my report tomorrow boss regarding that one but, may I also request to take that small project you told me before? The one requested by a French businessman. Is that still available?"
"Yes, it is. Finally! No one wanted to take that one because you know, it's so small and no one wanted to work on it at their own expense. Wait, are you planning to go to France?"
"Hmm..give it to me boss, I'll take it. Well, I just want to take a breather."
"Good good. File your vacation and official business trip for that project. I'll see it on my desk tomorrow."
"Roger that. Have a good night boss."
After the call ended, all trace of it was immediately deleted. He heaved a deep sigh and stared at the ceiling of his room again.
"Should I do it?" another thought came running in his head.
He went to his bed to think his next plan but a call from his laptop interrupted his wandering thoughts. In tapped the answer button as soon as he saw Third's name on the screen.
The screen showed the tired face of Third. Dark circles are visible under his eyes, pale complexion but still handsome and neat to look at wearing his office attire.
"It's still early there, you done with work?" In spoke first.
"Yeah. I decided to leave early since everyone in the office is nagging me to take a rest. How are you?"
"I'm good, no heavy project for this month."
"I envy you. It's getting colder here now, I wish you were here for me to cuddle you."
"Well, I heard there are many French women trying to get your attention there, don't you want them to warm you up?" Somehow, In was trying to test the water and tease his lover a little to lighten the mood.
"What?! No, they are so annoying. I want to cuddle with you." That's the answer he was looking for but Third lowered his face on the screen.
"Bad day?" In spoke softly.
"Yeah, but I can endure it. It's just that I really wanted to have you by my side now." This time, Third looked at the screen to see the face of his beloved, only to be surprised by the gentle smile of In.
"That smile can really lift up all of my fatigue. If this will be the price for my everyday's suffering, I won't mind it. Only you can give me this unbelievable support." Third finally smiled from ear to ear as if the lights become brighter blinding the eyes of In on the other side of the screen.
"Cheesy as always." Luckily, they are screen away, In's blush was not that visible.
"But you love this cheesy man."
"Chai. (Yes)" In answered with a flustered face. How can this young man stir him up like this? "You look pale, aren't you eating properly?" his demeanor suddenly shift to his usual strict self.
"Sorry, na. Dew actually scold me earlier because of my negligence when it comes to my health. He even threatened me that if I look ugly, you will definitely dump me. He threatened me Phi!"
"Good for you. I might actually do it if you continue to ignore my warnings about your health or even your friends."
"Nooooooo! I promise to be good. I'll have a proper meal now, let me order something good. I'll even sent you the receipt." If Third can look like a puppy, his ears are already down and his eyes were begging with cuteness now. What a huge masculine guy trying to act cute.
With these thoughts inside In's head, a soft chuckle escaped from him which Third definitely heard.
"Now, that laugh is my final prize for today. I feel light and good now, but I really want to kiss you right at this moment Phi."
"Pervert."
Third laughed at him and that made In smile and laugh too lifting both of their worries for each other. They talked for more than 2 hours and Third's food delivery arrived so he let In see that he was actually eating. They shared stories and In inquired more about the big project his lover and company are working on.
When the night was already deep, Third bid his farewell to let his beloved sleep. He's already satisfied for the time they spent for now but his longing to be together with In was actually at its end.
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YASSSSS!!! Looking forward to next chapter, it will be sugar overload and lotion. whahaha