MYENGINEER, CHAPTER 62: Can I stay with you?
[Bohn]
“Bohn, Bohn, hey!”
“Hmm.” I furrowed my brows, closing my eyes tightly as I tightened my hold on what was in my arms. That’s definitely Bom’s voice. What’s he waking us up for so early in the morning, we were just about to sleep, I only got to sleep at one in the morning, doesn’t he have any sympathy?
“Bohn, if they’re this quiet, they must be sleeping deeply.”
“Then open the tent and wake them up, it’s just a regular zipper, isn’t it?” That was Boss’s voice. I remember it well. But what are they doing at my tent?
“Yeah, but I…I’m afraid to open it and see something.”
“See what?”
“Something like…what couples often do, you know.”
“Like ‘foreplay’ or something?”
“Damn, Boss, what kind of words are those? What do they mean?”
“They’re getting it on.”
“Then I guessed right. Merk, you wake them up. Tell them we’re leaving.” “Just open it then…” Merk, you sound sleepy too, don’t you? Your voice doesn’t sound any different from mine when I’ve just woken up. I bet you were forced to get up too.
“Zzt!”
“Hey!!”
Everyone outside screamed in surprise when Merk unzipped the tent open. The sunlight from outside shone in, forcing me to shield my eyes with my hand. I’m awake now, damn it…but it seems I’m not the only one waking up.
“Ugh…Bohn, my eyes hurt.” Duen pulled the blanket over his head, not visible anymore, and grabbed one of my arms to hug tightly, like a cranky cat…making a sound of annoyance in his throat.
“Jackpot…”
“You hit the good stuff.”
“I told you not to open it, look what you’ve done.” Tee hit the arm of the person next to him. When I looked outside, I saw everyone was there…I heard they were about to leave. “Leave” meaning going down the mountain?
“Are we going back to Bangkok already?” I asked but didn’t get up to talk to them properly since I was being held by some cat that wouldn’t let me move.
“Yes.”
“Why so soon? We just got here last night.”
“There’s supposed to be a storm coming or something, so the forest officers don’t want us to be in danger.” What kind of storm, it’s ruining my happiness, damn it.
“Uh, when are we leaving…” Can’t we go down the mountain in the evening? My legs still hurt; if we walk now, it’ll hurt even more.
“In about an hour and a half.” That’s still some time; there’s enough to apply some muscle balm and rest a bit more.
“Oh, I’ll go out in a bit, let me wake Duen up.” It looks like Duen won’t wake up easily. Actually, he usually wakes up easily, but he used up a lot of energy yesterday, so he doesn’t want to get up early. Even someone lazy like me woke up before him.
“You and Duen look exhausted.”
“Oh, Phu, it’s normal, isn’t it? Good weather, alone with your boyfriend in a tent…I bet last night was intense.”
“I told you to be loud. We like it.”
“Duen didn’t want anyone to hear, so I was gentle.”
“Damn, Bohn…you bastard, Bohn.” Wow, how are you awake? And you’ve got the energy to raise your fist to hit my shoulder, even if it’s not hard…his eyes are red, poor thing, but mine are redder because I’ve only slept for a few hours…damn, all because of you, with all the hugging, moaning, and that last touch you left, I was awake all night, just wait, you think because you’re a fool, I wouldn’t dare to sneak some sleep?
“Then we’ll wait at the water tank. Don’t take too long, you guys.” The people outside waved goodbye before leaving, not forgetting to zip up the tent for us.
“Ugh…why did you wake up before me?”
“I couldn’t stand your snoring.”
“Did I really snore?”
“Huh, I was kidding.”
“Wow, I knew it. Me, snoring? You liar…yawn.” He rubbed his eyes. Are you still going to sleep, man? The sun is almost above our heads.
“Wake up, let’s go shower.” I sat up, pulling him by the waist to follow, but since he was still weak, he leaned and buried his face into my shoulder. “No more waterfalls, I’m tired, lazy to walk.” Uh, I’m also lazy. Those guys must be bored if they didn’t say they’d wait at the water tank before leaving.
Yesterday, I checked it out; it’s a large steel tank full of water. To shower, you have to buy water from the seller, it’s not expensive per liter and it’s up to international cleanliness standards (?)
Bihn tried drinking it. He said, “Uh…I feel like I’m about to be enlightened, I’m turning into Father Bihnlee, the lover of the forest. The water flowing from the tap is so clear it hurts my kidneys, the taste and smell make me want to poop…all because I’m moved by the Dharma of this tank’s water.” You’re exaggerating. Frang didn’t go into such a rant after drinking it.
“Uh…morning kiss.” I touched my lips to his lips gently. I didn’t want to pull away so soon, but he pushed my face away. What’s that about? I’ve never gotten a morning kiss from you, only morning kicks. Can’t it be a long one for the first time?
“Uh…I haven’t brushed my teeth yet.”
“Whatever, I don’t mind.”
“You might not mind, but I do. I’m going to shower.” With that, he ran out of the tent. What was that?
I followed him out to find that almost everyone from the camp was up, getting ready to shower and change. Wow, so we really slept in late. But what can we do? They said we were leaving for Bangkok tomorrow.
“I swear, Bihn, stop it…”
We walked for a bit and encountered a group of macaques. They weren’t dressed like yesterday, but I think they looked a bit less mischievous, like a softer version. If I had to compare, it would be like Coke versus Pepsi, different but not by much.
Bihn and the gang, wearing checkered sarongs of various colors, looked like a parade of unemployed fathers. The more they stood scratching their bellies, the more they looked like they belonged there, honestly, Boss looks good in comparison.
“You’re here, newlyweds?” Always teasing, huh? But forget it, I’m in a good mood today, do whatever you want, I’d rather go shower with my wife. “Strange, isn’t it?”
“What?”
“Why are you both walking so awkwardly? Bohn, doesn’t your butt hurt?” Bihn, you’re a real mood killer.
“Fuck you, how could I be hurt?” Why wouldn’t I know what he’s thinking?
No, little brother, your brother will never be the bottom, it’s always BohnDuen, not DuenBohn.
“Oh, I thought you’d be the bottom, twist of fate, huh? Duen, does your butt hurt?” You should become a journalist.
“Hmm? Just a little, but it’s not that bad.” Duen gently rubbed his own butt, while Bohn muttered. If I didn’t know what this was about, I’d think deeper, because last night he kept tossing and turning, saying the place was unfamiliar, and the mattress was thin, so his butt hurt. That’s what happens when rich kids have never slept on the floor.
“Damn…”
“I told you Phii Bohn is the top.”
“Damn, did I guess wrong? I thought Duen was always the top.”
“Don’t jump to conclusions, they might be a reversible couple. There are plenty of those nowadays.”
“No, BohnDuen don’t switch roles.” I slapped their heads in turn to bring them back to their senses and to assert my position, stop thinking, you damn kids.
It didn’t take long for us to finish showering, with about an hour left, we asked Ting to take photos for us, and she was happy to do so. She said, ‘Photography is the life and soul of King…it makes my heart bloom with happiness. If I get to photograph ten handsome models, oh, maybe that basket I just finished weaving really has some magic. Shared, I should weave something else, what could it be…breasts, maybe? Just in case they appear,’ uh…
“Nong Phu, Tang, move, me and Merk are doing our pre-wedding shoot, dear, come here.” The mischievous wife bumped into the junior and senior who were standing in front of the camera. What kind of rivalry is this?
“Why steal the shot? Tang is having a moment with code junior.”
“Let them ship, Phu, let’s go over there, my dear.” Thanararit pushed his junior by the shoulder to walk with him. Of course, if they’re together, the goal is nothing but…
“Go for it, there are a lot of girls there, the forest loves it.”
“Wow, your legs are so beautiful, Tang gives you a full ten, no deductions.”
“I think…the boobs are a bit small, bro, not much to grab.”
“But I like cute ones. I don’t need big boobs, they have charm in their own way.” Stop it, you guys are really perverse. By the way, where did Duen go? Not coming to take pictures with his boyfriend? He didn’t get kidnapped by a grizzly bear, did he?
“Bohn, look at this worm, it’s so cute.”
“Hey!” I shouted in surprise when I turned around to see my lover. I wasn’t shocked to see him, I was shocked by the round thing on his finger. Where did you get that from?!
“What’s wrong?”
“Nothing…let it go, its parents must be looking for it.”
“Are you…scared of worms? Huh?” He gave me an evil grin. I’m not scared, but back when I was in first grade, damn Bihn put one on my pillow, and when I woke up, I was so shocked I nearly passed out. After that…well, I’ve been scared, damn it.
“I’m not scared, I just don’t like them.” I crossed my arms and looked away. I didn’t want to see that green thing hopping on my boyfriend’s finger, eww!
“That’s what we call being scared, you bastard Bohn, huh.”
“Hey!!! Don’t you dare, ah!”
You can probably guess what happened. Of course, Duen chased me around with the worm until I was out of time, so mean. I shouldn’t have shown my fear!
“We’re going back, huh…I don’t want to go, I still want to play at the waterfall.” Duen looked out the window of the bus, as the forestry department seniors came to say goodbye.
The descent from the mountain was much easier than the ascent. We hardly had to exert any effort walking down, just a little sweat and in no time we were back at the park office. It turned out we got back home much earlier than planned, which was a shame since we only got to spend a few hours up there before coming down.
“Did King leave already?”
“Yeah, I kind of miss him.”
“He went to visit his grandma. She’s not dead.” I watched my friend’s back as he left. His grandma came to pick him up. At first, the teacher didn’t allow it, saying it was his responsibility and duty. I don’t know what King’s grandma said to make the teacher agree to let him go.
“Uh. Do you want to sit on the outside or by the window?”
“Window.”
“Then take this neck pillow.”
“Yawn…I’m sleepy.” After agreeing, he used the neck pillow, this bastard likes to sleep with his neck bent, waking up with a sore neck. So, I bought him a neck pillow from the souvenir shop.
“Sleep then. I’ll wake you when we get there.” I positioned his head to lean on my shoulder. He resisted a bit but couldn’t fight my strength, so he sighed in annoyance before giving in.
“Did you buy this for me? I didn’t see it when we came.”
“Yeah, I got tired of hearing you complain about your neck, Bohn.”
“Then I won’t say thanks, since I didn’t ask for it.”
“It’s your business. I did it because I wanted to, not expecting anything in return.”
“I won’t thank you, but I’ll return the favor later, I don’t like owing anyone.” “Heh, you bastard.” I adjusted his head, so damn cute.
I looked out of the car window, damn, it feels like we just got here, why does it feel like we’re back so soon? But whatever, because I’ve done what I intended to do…create good memories with my lover. I don’t know if it’s a good memory for him. If you ask me…I can confidently say it was a very good memory.
Duen told me he loved me for the first time.
“Heh.” I smiled, turning to look at the person who just fell asleep, mumbling something with a jabbing sound. Hungry? We just had breakfast from the park before leaving, he ate two plates. I wonder where he stores all that food.
Squeak!!
Bump
“Ouch!”
“Hey, are you okay?” I lifted his head to check, concerned. The driver turned the car abruptly because a motorcycle cut him off, and the old driver yelled at the motorcycle rider very loudly.
“Just a little, but I’m fine.” The other gently rubbed his head, which was red. Of course, with a sound like that.
“Damn, go back to sleep.”
“Uh-huh.”
If I laughed, he’d definitely curse me out…hold it in, Bohn. Even if his red head and grumpy face just now looked like a child, ha ha.
…
“Duen. We’re at the university.” I nudged the shoulder of the person next to me. I don’t know why, but the road was very clear today. So, we arrived at the university earlier than expected. Why does everything seem to be faster than it should be today?
“Huh? Really…uh.”
“Don’t go back to sleep.”
“…yawn.”
“Wake up early, I’ll take you out for food.” I pinched my lover’s nose playfully. Everyone else had already gone home, leaving just the two of us on the tour bus.
“At Hia Ta?”
“Hia Ta’s place.” I heard Hia expanded the shop, so we should go support it…I lied, Hia renovates his shop all the time, but I’ve never visited. The reason I want to go today is to show off my boyfriend.
“Uh.” The sleepy cat nodded reluctantly, understanding. Seeing that, I carefully helped him off the bus.
“Lift your leg…leg, damn it! Duen!”
“Uh uh.”
“You just keep saying ‘uh,’ move your leg! Hey, watch out for collisions!”
Now it’s a question of whether I’ll introduce my boyfriend at Hia Ta’s shop or at the temple.
[Duenhaw]
“Will you spend the break at my condo?”
“Do you want me to?” I tilted my chin to look at him; he nodded eagerly, and I felt a little sorry for him when he said that long sentence back then.
“Uh, I want to be with you.”
“You’re very straightforward. No, I’m too lazy to go, I want to stay home with Daonuea.” After saying that, I took the last bite of rice. We really did eat everything. I’m not sure who between us ate more…or maybe it was both of us?
“What?”
“I said wait a year.”
“Yeah, yeah, I can wait. You’re so cruel.” Bohn muttered without much conviction. I was about to say something more when a loud voice interrupted.
“Uh…sorry to interrupt your happiness…tonight I’m going to confess my feelings to my girlfriend.”
There were cheers and teasing when he said that. The guy on stage seemed to have graduated, looking cheerful. His gaze was fixed on a girl with glasses at the front table. Squeak ddddd
“I…I’m not very good at speaking. So, I’ll sing to express my feelings, it might be bad, please bear with me for a moment…P.S…I’ll skip straight to the chorus.” I gave a playful smile. He turned to say something to the musicians, then turned back with an embarrassed smile to the girl with glasses. They look good together.
You are my true love. I’m willing to give up everything just for you.
Like fate has brought us together, you and I as one.
Let us walk side by side from now on.
Only you can make the world stop spinning, just by looking into my eyes.
Only you can stop my heart right here, right where you are.
You alone, just you, are all I need.
I will do everything, with my soul and heart.
That’s how I will love you, no matter when or where.
My whole heart belongs to you alone.
The song sung by the person on stage made everyone in the cafe quiet to listen. I love this kind of voice so much, it’s not particularly beautiful, but the singer puts their feelings into the song. That woman is incredibly lucky to have such a good boyfriend. No, I should say, from now on, she’s going to have a great husband.
“Bohn.” I called out to my lover while picking up a flower from the plate, looking at the rose…thinking about the time when I gave him flowers every day.
“Hmm?”
“Why did you make me give you flowers when we first met? Did you…like me already?”
“No, I just wanted to tease you.”
“Couldn’t you tease me in another way? Why did it have to be flowers?”
“Honestly, at that time, I didn’t know how to tease you, I just wanted to make things difficult for you, but after we argued about buying flowers from the street kid, I got the idea, ‘Hey, I’ll make you buy as many as you want.’ Genius, right?” Hearing that makes me want to punch something.
“…You bastard.”
“Thank you.”
“…”
“And this…”
“Bohn.”
“?”
“Can I stay with you?”
Did I make the right decision doing this? At first, I didn’t even want to sleep over at Bohn’s. It’s not that I didn’t want to, I’m just a private person. I rarely leave home, and even staying over at a friend’s requires a lot of thought. But now…I think I want to be with him, with this idiot.
“What’s the answer?”
“Of course, I’m so happy, everything today seems to go by so fast I’m shocked.” He grabbed my hand, his face adorned with a smile. You’ve been smiling a lot lately, Bohn.
“Huh?”
“?”
“Is it okay…I haven’t told my parents about us yet.” Every time I think about this, it’s stressful. I don’t want to stress my parents with this. Should I not tell them…No, that won’t do. I’ve already fallen for this idiot. Damn it! It’s all because of you, you bastard! Why did you have to make me love you?
“We can wait until you’re ready, I’m not in a rush.”
“But if you could choose, when would you want me to move in?”
“Today. Now, this very moment.”
“Then you go ask my dad.”
“When should I go? We can go right now if you want.” I was joking, but he took it seriously…
“My dad is tough, you know.” I pretended to threaten him. Though he might look rough, his heart is all fluttery, sir. He’s very sweet when he’s with…his wife, haha.
“…”
“He’s an air force officer, he even slapped a kid who tried to hit on Daonuea…do you have anything to fight my dad with?” I’m lying, he’s never slapped anyone except those who bullied his kids.
“I have nothing to fight with…but I love his son. Even if it’s just me, I’ll fight.”
“…”
I looked down and smiled under the table, is this a line from a shoujo manga protagonist? I should’ve rolled my eyes, why am I smiling, why is my heart beating, why am I happy, why am I blushing!!
“What are you smiling at?”
“I bent down to pick up a burned mushroom under the table, and when I found it, I smiled.” Don’t ask if he believes it…it’s all part of the act. He’s been teasing me with his smile the whole time we were in the cafe, and even now, in the car, he’s still doing it.
“So, you’re really moving in with me, right? Not like last time, okay?” His face was so funny, like a sad dog, ha ha ha.
“Yeah.”
“Let’s go.”
“Go where?”
“To buy stuff for the room, want anything more? I don’t spend much time at the condo, I’m not sure if the furniture will be to your liking. You like green, right? Let’s buy a green bed.” The other changed our route from my house to somewhere else…if I’m guessing right, it must be HomePro, wait a minute.
“Are you crazy? No way.”
“Why not?”
“You’ve got enough stuff. I can live with whatever. I’m not that fussy.” I’ve even slept in the forest. Why wouldn’t I be able to sleep in a fancy condo?
“Don’t you want anything?”
“Nah.”
“And your stuff?”
“Just need to get some clothes from home.”
“No need, you can wear my clothes, loose shirts, sexy…” Bohn raised his hand in a lewd gesture, your eyes are so wide open, you bastard!!
“Ew, you pervert!”
“Ha ha ha.”
Damn you!!!
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