jjinxx
Is your "nom" Fai-approved?
Chapter 14
Nadech pulled his head back in surprise. Kim? Youre in the new lakorn?
She looked up hostilely. Nangek, to be exact. And you better be thankful. I had to fight tooth and nail for this role.
Why?
Because it was either me or some other chick called MATT who was dead set on being your costar. She gave him a whack.
Ow! Nadech rubbed his head. You dont mean to say that Matt really is after me?
She rolled her eyes. You are seriously slow. If you want to costar with her and find out just how into you she is, be my guest.
No,no, Im fine with this one right here. Heh, thanks for saving me. He couldnt afford having more rumors.
Who says Im doing this for you? If not for Yaya, I would leave you in the claws of that fox and not even feel bad. Cant believe you went to Phuket and started up gossip instead of successfully telling Yaya that you like her…Mark told me, she explained to his bewildered look.
Why doesnt he just tell the whole world? he made a face.
Because the whole world doesnt need to know, dummy. Yaya needs to know.
Uh, no, she doesnt. She probably wants me out of her life for putting so much attention on her the way things are now.
Kim could hardly suppress the urge to strangle Nadech, and then hunt down Yaya and do the same. Why did two stubborn people have to like each other? Why?!
Mark burst in and Nadech asked, Dont you have work today?
This is important. I just passed by PPats room and found out Matts playing in your lakorn.
What? No she isnt.
Shes playing nrai. Whew, he whistled, looks like shes willing to switch style just to be with you. Nadech was not quite as amused as Mark, and looked at Kim in alarm.
You mean shes showing her true style, Kim said. Lucky for you, I can handle her. In fact, she smirked, Im looking forward to this. The script doesnt call for a weak, obedient nek, if you get what I mean…
Scary, Mark and Nadech said, seeing Kims smug expression with a glint in her eye.
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…it does sound rather ridiculous, the MC said. Nong Yaya, do you dare hurt Nadech like what the news said? he joked.
Yaya laughed softly. I think Im too scared of his fanclub to dare do anything like that.
And its strange, Aum, you were there werent you?
Aum nodded. Its funny that they didnt mention me. They could have made a better story that said Nadech and I were fighting over Yaya.
They all exclaimed and laughed over Aums suggestion. You should become a writer instead Aum! In fact, some people think that the pictures are not real. The fans were outraged when they read the story too.
Its something we deal with on a regular basis in our profession, Aum said. I think they are just doing their job.
The MC said, Well it seems like this type of story sells well, but is not received well. People would rather hear about sweet news. I think next time they should give us a picture of hugs instead.
No, Yaya waved shyly. That will only be in the lakorn.
We heard that your director was planning something special for JHJ but it didnt work out. It was a romantic scene, wasnt it?
Chai, she wanted a little extension, but our managers felt we should keep our schedules moving.
Are you sad that this one is over?
I became very attached to this lakorn and I just hope viewers will enjoy it. Everyone worked very hard.
Youre also going to miss your best pek…? The giggles made Yaya give a tight-lipped smile.
It will air tomorrow, so let fans decide just how sweet Yaya and Nadech can get, Aum teased mercilessly, making Yaya go red in the face.
Thats right. Please support it everyone! Aum, yours just came to an end, are you using this chance to spend more time with Aff?...
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The interviewing started after two hours of signing autographs for fans. The assistants made sure each one was kept short so that Nadech wouldnt have to answer all the fans questions about the gossip.
Theres really nothing going on between you and nong Yaya?
No, there isnt.
I think they got bored of the usual sweet stuff so this time they made more exciting rumors, Mark said, beside Nadech.
Yeah I dont think Im lucky enough to have Yaya as my girlfriend.
Meaning you wouldnt oppose if feelings change in the future? Is she your ideal type?
Shes everyones ideal, he gave a dimpled smile that made the female MC stutter.
Can you say this is possibly news just to raise the hype for your lakorn?
If so, its possible. Its usual to use this type of thing to bring more interest for a lakorn. I sincerely hope our fans will watch for our efforts and the heart we put into making this, rather than those other things.
Well, seeing the crowd here today, I dont doubt you have very loyal fans.
Im thankful for all of their support. And for supporting Yaya too.
Yes, shes hard-working, Mark said.
So you all will remain friends?
We dont let this type of thing interfere with our good feelings for one another as friends.
Chai, well talk things out. Our friendships are important to us just like regular people, Mark nodded.
And Nadech, youll continue to work with Yaya? No fear of more troubles?
Right, we cant do our work well if we worry about those things. Ill always be glad to work with nong Yaya.
Your lakorn began airing and the opening ratings are very impressive!
Thanks to everyone. And to the Director for letting us work with her. This is a very memorable project to me. Please give support to PMark too.
Thank you. So we heard news that you were given a new lakorn? Its the one by producer Lee.
Its true, the casting was just confirmed, and were waiting for everything to be set.
A couple of feet away, Margie and Mint were chatting with another channel MC.
You two are close friends of Yaya, so how do you feel about the big scandal? Is Yaya dating Nadech?
Euy, Im jealous hearing the news about them, Margie joked.
PGie likes the spotlight, Mint chuckled. Those two arent dating, its all false.
And if they were dating, they arent the type to break up easily.
Margie, youre just giving fans hope!
Its just to show that theyre not that kind of people. The truth is that they arent dating.
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Yaya sunk into her soft bed covers. What a week this had been. Wherever she went, from the new lakorn set to her magazine interview, she was constantly asked about Nadech. Her cheeks hurt from smiling so much, but this was the time to laugh it off, not to answer to seriously. She knew Nadech was facing the same thing, and they used the same lines.
More promotion of us as a couple for our lakorn
Not true
Just friends
We care about each other very much, like siblings
Theres nothing going on, jing jing
etc…
In a few days, Yaya would finally face Nadech once more for their photoshoot. She glanced down at the magazine in her hand and grimaced. It just had to be an issue featuring Nadech…shirtless and smirking slightly, with his face tilted to the sky. She swallowed hard, looking at his eyes framed by dark lashes. They reminded her of when they were in Phuket. But Yaya remembered vividly that that morning, he looked at her in a way hed never done before. Her eyes followed down the length of his nosehis nose was the perfect lengthand then her heartbeat sped up seeing his lips and remembering that they had touched hers also.
Does it really mean he likes me?
But what did oneor twokisses mean? He was jealous of you.
Before she knew it, her lips were stretching in a smile. His words raced to the front of her mind. Nothing from the past counted, none of that onscreen stuff…but what had happened that morning definitely counted.
Yaya placed the magazine on her table, leaving the page open.
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Mark shook his head as Nadech got his ankle wrapped. How could you be so careless?
Nadech sulked. I was just…preoccupied. They were at a fitness center and had been exercising when Nadech accidently hurt himself.
With nong Yaya right? Mark clucked his tongue. Hope that ankle gets better before tomorrow. Youre going to be on your feet for a while taking photos.
Ill be fine. Nadech tried to walk on his sprained ankle, flexing gently as the trainer directed him.
If you dont want to get yourself killed, stop thinking about Yaya so much, Mark hissed in a lowered voice.
This has nothing to do with her! Director wanted me to build up muscle.
Its because youve been stuffing your face with food lately. Your appetite is not normal in the first place, and now youre eating so much. Dont tell me youve become an emotional eater too, Mark snickered. I know what youre doing. Youre trying to fill yourself up with your second favorite thing because you cant stop thinking about your first favorite thing, huh, huh?
Nadech elbowed Mark. You think I want to think about her? This is totally involuntary brain actions, got it?
Psh, understood, sir.
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I like this theme very much. If you have any other events to promote it, please let me know, Ill help support too, Yaya said to the photographers assistant. She was having her hair done for Levis jeans advertisement.
I know right? Going Green is not only great for our earth but its also hot too, the assistant agreed excitedly. Oi! I think Nadech is ready now too! Lets go. Here, let me see you. Yaya stood up for her, fixing the sheer, off-the-shoulder blouse that showed the black lace tank underneath. It helped focus peoples eyes on the dark-wash jeans. Perfect. PJa, were ready!
Look away. Look away. Look away… The two words kept repeating in his head, but Nadech would not obey. He was seeing Yaya again for the first time since returning to Bangkok and it was hard not to just let his eyes feast on her as she glided into his view. It also put his heart at ease, even if she might be unwilling to stick around him, at least he could see once in a while how she was doing.
Wont you even blink, nong Nadech? the assistant asked with a giggle.
Huh? Oh. Nadech sheepishly whipped around. Are we all ready? Should we start? He wandered off towards the cameras.
Yaya stepped up beside Nadech awkwardly. The two caught each others eye and quickly looked in opposite directions. Nadech cleared his throat as the photographer started taking pictures.
Ooooh, looking good! Loving it! Ja said, his finger working the camera shutter nonstop. This setting is very sweet. Nong, take a seat.
Yaya sat on a lower step of the ladder.
Narak! Narak mak mak!
Hanging by a tree branch with one arm, Nadech reached the other arm towards Yaya with an apple in his hand. Their smiles lit up the photos with a youthful atmosphere, and their interactions lent playfulness, surrounded by the crisp natural setting of rows of apple trees.
Their first set of pictures recorded the planting of small apple seeds, and as the sets progressed, the tree grew bigger and then more numerous until there was a full orchard, where the couple enjoyed the fruits of the plants theyd lovingly cared for together.
Oh! I have an idea. See that apple hanging right there? Nong Yaya, you stand on the second step and you and Nadech lean in like youre taking a bite from the each side.
Yaya prayed that the shadows of the tree would hide the blush on her face. She let her teeth touch the apple, but once she raised her eyes, they found Nadech looking straight back at her. He looked as taken aback as she felt. The cameras clicked away, and seconds later, Yaya nearly lost her grip on the ladder, swaying forward.
Nadech let go of his branch, reacting to catch her; however, she regained her grasp, but Nadech landed heavily on his feet. He yelped in pain when his ankle made him collapse.
PNadech! Yaya crouched beside him. Whats wrong?
You should have told us that you hurt your ankle. I wouldnt have made you stand and climb around like that, the assistant said in concern.
No worries. Actually, it was fine since this morning so I nearly forgot about it.
Well take a break for now. If you dont feel better, we can reschedule this.
No need, he quickly declined. Im really ok. This isnt a big deal. Ill just sit a few minutes.
Ill help you.
Now this he couldnt refuse. Yaya slipped his arm over her shoulder and supported him over to the seats set up. Her hair brushed over his arm like silk. As they sat, he realized he had unconsciously drawn closer to her, so that when she turned to him, he pulled away. …Thanks.
How did you sprain your ankle in the first place?
I was on the weight lift machine and was just careless.
Does it still hurt?
A little.
I think we should reschedule. You cant keep working on a sore ankle like that. If it gets worse… she caught his expression. Why are you smiling like that?
This reminds me of a while ago. I said all this to you during the fashion show, right? She pouted at his teasing, so he said, Thanks for worrying about me. Ill be well enough to finish todays work.
Whos worrying? she said quietly as they stood up, but she automatically grabbed his arm when he lost balance. You see? You talk big but you can barely stand. Come here, she ordered and made him lean against her.
For the rest of the photoshoot, Nadech couldn't believe that she was there, fussing over him and making sure he was comfortable. She didnt hate him after all.
You cant drive using that ankle, how are you getting home?
PGrate is picking me up. Yaya, he had to ask now, before he lost his nerve. How are you?
Im doing well…Uh, she knew he was asking about the news issue. Its all usual stuff, right? she offered a smile. Well get through it like we always have. What about you? Are you doing ok with all the interviews?
He nodded, eager for the light mood to remain. Yes, Im ok. Im glad they let us…work together still.
She bit back a smile, hearing that he wanted to work with her. Im so relieved. After what happened in Phuket, I
She stopped and they stared wide-eyed at each other, both remembering the kissthe one that had taken place through real emotionsand they simultaneously glanced at the others lips.
Nadech, are you ready to go?
Theres PGrate, gotta go. See you later. He limped as fast as he could away.
Is nong Yaya a disease or something, that you looked like you were running for your life? Grate asked, getting into his car.
Just drive, Nadech pleaded.
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Author's note-------------
YADECH on Valentine's Day! eeeeeek! :dance2:
Just finished Reun Sawn Ruk. Intense, and psychotic.
jjinxx
Nadech pulled his head back in surprise. Kim? Youre in the new lakorn?
She looked up hostilely. Nangek, to be exact. And you better be thankful. I had to fight tooth and nail for this role.
Why?
Because it was either me or some other chick called MATT who was dead set on being your costar. She gave him a whack.
Ow! Nadech rubbed his head. You dont mean to say that Matt really is after me?
She rolled her eyes. You are seriously slow. If you want to costar with her and find out just how into you she is, be my guest.
No,no, Im fine with this one right here. Heh, thanks for saving me. He couldnt afford having more rumors.
Who says Im doing this for you? If not for Yaya, I would leave you in the claws of that fox and not even feel bad. Cant believe you went to Phuket and started up gossip instead of successfully telling Yaya that you like her…Mark told me, she explained to his bewildered look.
Why doesnt he just tell the whole world? he made a face.
Because the whole world doesnt need to know, dummy. Yaya needs to know.
Uh, no, she doesnt. She probably wants me out of her life for putting so much attention on her the way things are now.
Kim could hardly suppress the urge to strangle Nadech, and then hunt down Yaya and do the same. Why did two stubborn people have to like each other? Why?!
Mark burst in and Nadech asked, Dont you have work today?
This is important. I just passed by PPats room and found out Matts playing in your lakorn.
What? No she isnt.
Shes playing nrai. Whew, he whistled, looks like shes willing to switch style just to be with you. Nadech was not quite as amused as Mark, and looked at Kim in alarm.
You mean shes showing her true style, Kim said. Lucky for you, I can handle her. In fact, she smirked, Im looking forward to this. The script doesnt call for a weak, obedient nek, if you get what I mean…
Scary, Mark and Nadech said, seeing Kims smug expression with a glint in her eye.
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…it does sound rather ridiculous, the MC said. Nong Yaya, do you dare hurt Nadech like what the news said? he joked.
Yaya laughed softly. I think Im too scared of his fanclub to dare do anything like that.
And its strange, Aum, you were there werent you?
Aum nodded. Its funny that they didnt mention me. They could have made a better story that said Nadech and I were fighting over Yaya.
They all exclaimed and laughed over Aums suggestion. You should become a writer instead Aum! In fact, some people think that the pictures are not real. The fans were outraged when they read the story too.
Its something we deal with on a regular basis in our profession, Aum said. I think they are just doing their job.
The MC said, Well it seems like this type of story sells well, but is not received well. People would rather hear about sweet news. I think next time they should give us a picture of hugs instead.
No, Yaya waved shyly. That will only be in the lakorn.
We heard that your director was planning something special for JHJ but it didnt work out. It was a romantic scene, wasnt it?
Chai, she wanted a little extension, but our managers felt we should keep our schedules moving.
Are you sad that this one is over?
I became very attached to this lakorn and I just hope viewers will enjoy it. Everyone worked very hard.
Youre also going to miss your best pek…? The giggles made Yaya give a tight-lipped smile.
It will air tomorrow, so let fans decide just how sweet Yaya and Nadech can get, Aum teased mercilessly, making Yaya go red in the face.
Thats right. Please support it everyone! Aum, yours just came to an end, are you using this chance to spend more time with Aff?...
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The interviewing started after two hours of signing autographs for fans. The assistants made sure each one was kept short so that Nadech wouldnt have to answer all the fans questions about the gossip.
Theres really nothing going on between you and nong Yaya?
No, there isnt.
I think they got bored of the usual sweet stuff so this time they made more exciting rumors, Mark said, beside Nadech.
Yeah I dont think Im lucky enough to have Yaya as my girlfriend.
Meaning you wouldnt oppose if feelings change in the future? Is she your ideal type?
Shes everyones ideal, he gave a dimpled smile that made the female MC stutter.
Can you say this is possibly news just to raise the hype for your lakorn?
If so, its possible. Its usual to use this type of thing to bring more interest for a lakorn. I sincerely hope our fans will watch for our efforts and the heart we put into making this, rather than those other things.
Well, seeing the crowd here today, I dont doubt you have very loyal fans.
Im thankful for all of their support. And for supporting Yaya too.
Yes, shes hard-working, Mark said.
So you all will remain friends?
We dont let this type of thing interfere with our good feelings for one another as friends.
Chai, well talk things out. Our friendships are important to us just like regular people, Mark nodded.
And Nadech, youll continue to work with Yaya? No fear of more troubles?
Right, we cant do our work well if we worry about those things. Ill always be glad to work with nong Yaya.
Your lakorn began airing and the opening ratings are very impressive!
Thanks to everyone. And to the Director for letting us work with her. This is a very memorable project to me. Please give support to PMark too.
Thank you. So we heard news that you were given a new lakorn? Its the one by producer Lee.
Its true, the casting was just confirmed, and were waiting for everything to be set.
A couple of feet away, Margie and Mint were chatting with another channel MC.
You two are close friends of Yaya, so how do you feel about the big scandal? Is Yaya dating Nadech?
Euy, Im jealous hearing the news about them, Margie joked.
PGie likes the spotlight, Mint chuckled. Those two arent dating, its all false.
And if they were dating, they arent the type to break up easily.
Margie, youre just giving fans hope!
Its just to show that theyre not that kind of people. The truth is that they arent dating.
-------------
Yaya sunk into her soft bed covers. What a week this had been. Wherever she went, from the new lakorn set to her magazine interview, she was constantly asked about Nadech. Her cheeks hurt from smiling so much, but this was the time to laugh it off, not to answer to seriously. She knew Nadech was facing the same thing, and they used the same lines.
More promotion of us as a couple for our lakorn
Not true
Just friends
We care about each other very much, like siblings
Theres nothing going on, jing jing
etc…
In a few days, Yaya would finally face Nadech once more for their photoshoot. She glanced down at the magazine in her hand and grimaced. It just had to be an issue featuring Nadech…shirtless and smirking slightly, with his face tilted to the sky. She swallowed hard, looking at his eyes framed by dark lashes. They reminded her of when they were in Phuket. But Yaya remembered vividly that that morning, he looked at her in a way hed never done before. Her eyes followed down the length of his nosehis nose was the perfect lengthand then her heartbeat sped up seeing his lips and remembering that they had touched hers also.
Does it really mean he likes me?
But what did oneor twokisses mean? He was jealous of you.
Before she knew it, her lips were stretching in a smile. His words raced to the front of her mind. Nothing from the past counted, none of that onscreen stuff…but what had happened that morning definitely counted.
Yaya placed the magazine on her table, leaving the page open.
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Mark shook his head as Nadech got his ankle wrapped. How could you be so careless?
Nadech sulked. I was just…preoccupied. They were at a fitness center and had been exercising when Nadech accidently hurt himself.
With nong Yaya right? Mark clucked his tongue. Hope that ankle gets better before tomorrow. Youre going to be on your feet for a while taking photos.
Ill be fine. Nadech tried to walk on his sprained ankle, flexing gently as the trainer directed him.
If you dont want to get yourself killed, stop thinking about Yaya so much, Mark hissed in a lowered voice.
This has nothing to do with her! Director wanted me to build up muscle.
Its because youve been stuffing your face with food lately. Your appetite is not normal in the first place, and now youre eating so much. Dont tell me youve become an emotional eater too, Mark snickered. I know what youre doing. Youre trying to fill yourself up with your second favorite thing because you cant stop thinking about your first favorite thing, huh, huh?
Nadech elbowed Mark. You think I want to think about her? This is totally involuntary brain actions, got it?
Psh, understood, sir.
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I like this theme very much. If you have any other events to promote it, please let me know, Ill help support too, Yaya said to the photographers assistant. She was having her hair done for Levis jeans advertisement.
I know right? Going Green is not only great for our earth but its also hot too, the assistant agreed excitedly. Oi! I think Nadech is ready now too! Lets go. Here, let me see you. Yaya stood up for her, fixing the sheer, off-the-shoulder blouse that showed the black lace tank underneath. It helped focus peoples eyes on the dark-wash jeans. Perfect. PJa, were ready!
Look away. Look away. Look away… The two words kept repeating in his head, but Nadech would not obey. He was seeing Yaya again for the first time since returning to Bangkok and it was hard not to just let his eyes feast on her as she glided into his view. It also put his heart at ease, even if she might be unwilling to stick around him, at least he could see once in a while how she was doing.
Wont you even blink, nong Nadech? the assistant asked with a giggle.
Huh? Oh. Nadech sheepishly whipped around. Are we all ready? Should we start? He wandered off towards the cameras.
Yaya stepped up beside Nadech awkwardly. The two caught each others eye and quickly looked in opposite directions. Nadech cleared his throat as the photographer started taking pictures.
Ooooh, looking good! Loving it! Ja said, his finger working the camera shutter nonstop. This setting is very sweet. Nong, take a seat.
Yaya sat on a lower step of the ladder.
Narak! Narak mak mak!
Hanging by a tree branch with one arm, Nadech reached the other arm towards Yaya with an apple in his hand. Their smiles lit up the photos with a youthful atmosphere, and their interactions lent playfulness, surrounded by the crisp natural setting of rows of apple trees.
Their first set of pictures recorded the planting of small apple seeds, and as the sets progressed, the tree grew bigger and then more numerous until there was a full orchard, where the couple enjoyed the fruits of the plants theyd lovingly cared for together.
Oh! I have an idea. See that apple hanging right there? Nong Yaya, you stand on the second step and you and Nadech lean in like youre taking a bite from the each side.
Yaya prayed that the shadows of the tree would hide the blush on her face. She let her teeth touch the apple, but once she raised her eyes, they found Nadech looking straight back at her. He looked as taken aback as she felt. The cameras clicked away, and seconds later, Yaya nearly lost her grip on the ladder, swaying forward.
Nadech let go of his branch, reacting to catch her; however, she regained her grasp, but Nadech landed heavily on his feet. He yelped in pain when his ankle made him collapse.
PNadech! Yaya crouched beside him. Whats wrong?
You should have told us that you hurt your ankle. I wouldnt have made you stand and climb around like that, the assistant said in concern.
No worries. Actually, it was fine since this morning so I nearly forgot about it.
Well take a break for now. If you dont feel better, we can reschedule this.
No need, he quickly declined. Im really ok. This isnt a big deal. Ill just sit a few minutes.
Ill help you.
Now this he couldnt refuse. Yaya slipped his arm over her shoulder and supported him over to the seats set up. Her hair brushed over his arm like silk. As they sat, he realized he had unconsciously drawn closer to her, so that when she turned to him, he pulled away. …Thanks.
How did you sprain your ankle in the first place?
I was on the weight lift machine and was just careless.
Does it still hurt?
A little.
I think we should reschedule. You cant keep working on a sore ankle like that. If it gets worse… she caught his expression. Why are you smiling like that?
This reminds me of a while ago. I said all this to you during the fashion show, right? She pouted at his teasing, so he said, Thanks for worrying about me. Ill be well enough to finish todays work.
Whos worrying? she said quietly as they stood up, but she automatically grabbed his arm when he lost balance. You see? You talk big but you can barely stand. Come here, she ordered and made him lean against her.
For the rest of the photoshoot, Nadech couldn't believe that she was there, fussing over him and making sure he was comfortable. She didnt hate him after all.
You cant drive using that ankle, how are you getting home?
PGrate is picking me up. Yaya, he had to ask now, before he lost his nerve. How are you?
Im doing well…Uh, she knew he was asking about the news issue. Its all usual stuff, right? she offered a smile. Well get through it like we always have. What about you? Are you doing ok with all the interviews?
He nodded, eager for the light mood to remain. Yes, Im ok. Im glad they let us…work together still.
She bit back a smile, hearing that he wanted to work with her. Im so relieved. After what happened in Phuket, I
She stopped and they stared wide-eyed at each other, both remembering the kissthe one that had taken place through real emotionsand they simultaneously glanced at the others lips.
Nadech, are you ready to go?
Theres PGrate, gotta go. See you later. He limped as fast as he could away.
Is nong Yaya a disease or something, that you looked like you were running for your life? Grate asked, getting into his car.
Just drive, Nadech pleaded.
:fanfic:
Author's note-------------
YADECH on Valentine's Day! eeeeeek! :dance2:
Just finished Reun Sawn Ruk. Intense, and psychotic.
jjinxx