"Having trouble sleeping?" Gia gives Sorn a forced smile when he asks her. She finds herself in the kitchen at 2 o'clock in the morning, preparing something to satisfy her hunger.

"Hmm..." she yawns softly. Lately, she's been struggling with sleep. She often ends up in the kitchen, craving a filling sandwich or a comforting corn soup. Perhaps it's the absence of the medication she used to take that helped her sleep. Now that she's stopped, her sleep patterns have been disrupted.

"Don't give me that knowing look... Nothing happened, I just can't sleep. And I'm hungry too," Gia replies when Sorn smirks at her. It seems the warning was merely a tease. But who knows, maybe something did happen, and they managed to keep it discreet. After all, the room is right next to Khun's, so they must show some respect to their elder brother.

"I didn't say anything..."

"That look... Just like that... You mischievous brat!" Gia points her index finger at his face. Sorn pretends to bite it, and Gia quickly pulls it away. They both giggle.

"Ice cream?"

"We have ice cream?"

"Yeah, I restocked some yesterday," Sorn retrieves a tub of ice cream from the freezer. Gia's eyes light up as soon as she spots her favorite strawberry flavor.

"Fix me a bowl! Hurry!" she hands him a mug. Sorn chuckles before generously scooping some ice cream for her. Gia takes her first bite and wiggles on the stool, happily savoring the treat.

"Slow down, or you'll get brain freeze!"

"Nah, I'm hot enough to resist brain freeze!"

"And what about my bite, hmm?" Sorn playfully leans closer, his eyes suddenly darkening. Like a cheetah stalking its prey. Gia nudges him, but he doesn't budge.

"Go away, you pervert!"

"Don't blame me when you're wearing that in the middle of the night, indulging in ice cream with the sexiest posture..." he points out her black satin gown that flows down to her feet.

"Hey!" Gia tries to stop him, but instead, she smudges some ice cream on his nose. Then she bursts into laughter.

"Hey, it's cold!"

"Then stay away, or you'll get more..."

"Oho, a food fight, huh?" Sorn grabs a spoonful of ice cream and playfully pretends to rub it on Gia's face as she tries to escape from the island bar. He grabs her from behind and attempts to bring the spoon closer to her face.

Laughter and giggles fill the kitchen in the middle of the night as these two childhood friends joke and tease each other.

"Stop it! The ice cream is melting!"

"Nope! Not before I put some on your face-"

"Ahem!"

They both freeze when they realize they have company. But Gia is still in Sorn's embrace, and Sorn doesn't even bother to let her go.

Way stands there, shirtless with messy hair, glaring at them with fury in his eyes.

"Ah, rough night?" Sorn asks, trying to lighten the mood. Gia remains silent, leaning even closer to Sorn. She feels a pang of sadness seeing Way like this. As a mature person, she understands what is happening behind that closed door.

"Having fun?" Way asks in a monotone voice.

"Yeah, we're on a late-night date," Sorn playfully tightens his hold on Gia. Way grabs a water bottle from the fridge, drinks it all in one shot, and hurls the empty bottle forcefully into the dustbin.

"Baby, do we still have yogurt... Oh, hi!" Andra emerges from the room, wearing a seductive nightgown with messy hair. She looks at Sorn and Gia, then gives Way a tight back hug.

"In the kitchen? Really?" Andra looks at them with hooded eyes, giving the impression that she might think they have some kinky intentions.

Way gazes at Gia, bites his lower lip, and then pulls away from the hug.

"Yeah, it's in the dairy compartment," he mutters, stomping his feet as he angrily leaves the kitchen. Andra shrugs, grabs the yogurt, and quickly retreats back into the room.

"Well, they certainly had a fun night too..." Sorn remarks.

"I'm full," Gia says as she puts away the mug and spoon, managing to distance herself from Sorn. She pretends to do the dishes, hiding her teary eyes.

"Feeling sleepy?" Sorn asks. Gia wants to silently cry in her bedroom, but she feels like she shouldn't. It would only break her heart further. She looks at Sorn and shakes her head.

"How about we watch a rerun of Stranger Things? If you feel sleepy, we can go to bed," Sorn suggests, trying to coax her. He doesn't want to let her go too soon. He enjoys spending time with her, especially when they're alone.

"Okay..." Gia smiles and takes his hand, leading him to the living room. Sorn couldn't be happier when she holds his hand like that.

It seems like she's slowly opening her heart.

They settle on the spacious couch, with Gia lying on Sorn's chest. Sorn wraps his arm around her shoulder, gently brushing her hair with his fingers. Gia squirms in comfort, feeling the warmth emanating from his body.

That's how she eventually falls asleep.

***

"Are you absolutely sure you're okay? I mean, 100% okay?" Sorn asks, observing Gia as she fixes her French bun in front of the mirror. She's dressed in a long, flowy white dress with a black velvet blazer. She applies some subtle makeup, enhancing her natural beauty.

"I can't afford to miss the last day of the campaign. I need to attend this show," Gia asserts.

"If you say so, then okay. But if you start feeling unwell, just let me know," Sorn insists.

"I'm fine, don't worry!" Gia flashes him a reassuring smile.

"Let me take a look at you," Sorn takes her hand and spins her around. She looks beautiful and radiant every day. How could he not fall for her?

"Wait here..." Sorn leaves the room briefly and returns with a small velvet black box in his hand. He opens it, revealing a golden necklace with a peridot stone.

"Just a small touch," he murmurs, carefully placing the necklace around her neck and adjusting it so that the stone rests between her cleavage.

"Shall we go?" Gia smiles and takes his hand, ready to rock the final show.

***

"Oh, look who we have here! The power duo of YoLo, Sorn Kent-Patthita and Gia Hunter!" They both smile at the camera as the presenter introduces them to the audience.

"How are you doing today, Gia? I heard you weren't feeling well."

"Never better! I'm ready to rock the final show!" Gia responds cheerfully.

"You two make a great pair. Many fans are hoping to see you together. Oh, my, is that a new design of Yura Mastura's golden necklace? It looks so exclusive. Is it an engagement necklace or...?"

"I'll get her a fine diamond when the time is right. This is just a bonus from the boss," Sorn chuckles and gazes at Gia lovingly. Gia blushes in response.

"So, is there something real happening between you two?"

"We'll see..." Sorn says with a playful tone. Gia shakes her head and laughs it off. Sorn enjoys putting on a show. They both exit the VJ booth and make their way into the venue.

"That wraps it up for the Milan Summer Super Show. We'll be back after the commercial break!"

***

His eyes are fixated on the screen, filled with piercing intensity. The atmosphere around him grows tense as his emotions surge. Anger courses through his veins, making his grip on the whiskey glass tighten. Inside, he seethes with fury, on the verge of smashing the flat screen into pieces.

"You dare to challenge me, jellybean! Now, you're playing with fire!" he growls. Determination burns within him as he vows to make them pay for their audacity. There's no way they can escape his wrath.

Once mine, always be mine!