A/N : It's a triple update please read chapter 23 before this.

Kong

Arthit had just left his room, none too happy at that. Kong isn't happy making Arthit angry but Arthit needs to take care of himself, he hadn't moved from his side since Kong was hospitalized. Arthit is looking more and more like a shell of a person he was. And obviously Kong isn't happy with that. Then there is the guilt of holding Arthit back, if not for him Arthit would be attending classes from day 1. Even now he attends only those are necessary to fulfill required percentage of attendance.

In these days of his ailment Kong came to know how many people actually cared for him, and there were far more than he ever thought of. His side table was piled up with 'get well soon cards' and his graduation gifts. He had got his bachelor's degree in economics in absentia.

He had not opened even one of the gifts, he didn't have courage to. After years of thinking you are alone, how could you cope up with this enormous amount of  love and good wishes bestowed upon you at once ?

Arthit's love and devotion towards him is unparalled, he is ever thankful to the almighty power who crossed his paths with Arthit.

Arthit is a deep sleeper, whenever he sleeps he is dead to happenings of outside world. Kong is aware of number of sleepless nights Arthit had spent looking after him, just to ensure he would be by Kong's side the moment he moaned in pain or woke up in cold sweat due to horrifying nightmares haunting his sleep. Arthit is wrecking his own sleep day after day to look after Kong, he isn't ready to listen to his mom or friends who are volunteering to stay with Kong at night so Arthit can sleep without constant worry. 

Whenever Kong tries to address the matter of Arthit's declining health later absolutely changes the topic by pretending to be angry or throwing some silly tantrum or he totally laughs it away. Trying his best to distract Kong and soothe the guilt he feels.

How could Kong ever parallel such fierce sense of protectiveness and love?

Then there are Seniors from astrophysics, economics and business Ad and few classmates who flocked to visit him on the very day doctors gave a green signal to general visitors. Not to mention P'Mook and Arthit's friends, they too were with Arthit since first day. Kong didn't even realised how he was automatically integrated in to Arthit's gang of friends. Prem and Knot had told him too many times that they were here for Kong and not for Arthit's boyfriend. Kong is amazed and grateful to their sense of camardire.

Speaking of people coming to visit him, he was especially surprised when his orphanage students paid him a visit. He was showered with tender kisses on cheek and handmade cards of get well soon P'Kong. It was impossible not to tear up at this innocent expression of love. And though his other student didn't visit him but Wisit is regular day time visitor. He insisted staying nights too but Arthit and his friends opposed the idea since Wisit had his exams in two months.

While Kong is ever grateful to Wisit for offering to stay with him and convincing Arthit to attend classes , he couldn't help but feel Wisit is here for Arthit.

The kid is always eagerly waiting for the time when Kong's future engineer walks in the hospital room  with one of his friend in tow after their last class in uni, the glow on Wisit's face is blinding. Wisit had openly praised Arthit's looks more than once and obviously later has smiled all too happy, hugging and patting Wisit's head affectionately.

Kong needs to stand on his feet ASAP and Wisit needs to go out of picture as soon as possible.

Speak of the devil ...

" How are you today Ai Kong? "   Wisit asked cheerily.

" Same as yesterday, still bedridden."  Kong deadpanned. "And where's the missing phi  ?"

Younger was unfazed by the pricking remark
" I told you, you don't feel like a teacher and I don't follow Thai customs. So no Phi-Pha for you. .............What do you want to do today ? Do you want to open those presents?" Wisit asked pointing at the heap on bedside table.

" No. I will open them with Arthit. " Kong replied.

" Shave then ? Wanna surprise P'Arthit ? "

" No thank you" Kong remarked in a cold voice " I will have Arthit shave me. Why is there a phi for Arthit and not for me ? " Kong asked.

Wisit shrugged his shoulders " Because you are annoying.......I like P'Arthit and he likes being called Phi, so I call him Phi. "

" That's why you keep calling him handsome when he is actually looking like a zombie reincarnate ? .........because you like him?" Kong fumed.

" Ofcourse " Wisit casually popped a candy in his mouth and looked at Kong " rule number one of courtship. Always praise the man you like. It work wonders, you should try sometimes too . "

" I don't lie. " Kong retorted.

" I speak the truth too. I find him even more beautiful than before. Is he ugly to you now ? " Wisit asked.  Kong just glared at him.

How can he say Arthit is beautiful when he is all thin, bony and looking extremely pale, devoid of any glow? He won't lie to his love at any cost, he just needs to convince Arthit to rest and eat well so he wouldn't fall ill .

Overall whole six hours from 8 AM to 2 PM was spent Wisit studying and helping Kong when he needed help. And Kong was sulking silently and mumbling under his breath. Why won't Arthit leave him in care of nurses and take some rest,rather torturing Kong to stay with his love rival ?

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Arthit

Proff. Thorat had asked Arthit to meet Arthit about his missed lab works so Arthit had asked Knot to go to hospital first and call him if he was needed there.

Now, he just reached the hospital after half an hour long discussion with Proff. Thorat about extra assignments and rescheduling of his missed lab works.

Though Kong had banned Arthit from visiting him, Arthit wouldn't be Arthit if he stayed away.

He peeked from the small glass window on the door, Kong was sleeping. Arthit moved sidewise to see other parts of the room. Where was Wisit ?

He was frozen at the spot by the scene playing infront of his eyes....... His mouth fell open at the sight  ..............No ways will he let that happen.

Arthit banged open the door

" Ai Saat, I haven't had any action in weeks and you dare to kiss in our room ? " He bellowed at the couple who were bewildered by being caught suddenly.

Knot staggered back in shock....... " Arthit, this isn't how it looks like- "

" How could you do this Ai Knot ? You are sucking faces with my love rival ? " Arthit asked hurt .

Knot ran to him and put both his palms on Arthit's shoulder " Arthit listen to me - " he tried to explain anxiously .

Arthit chuckled " I listened more than enough alright. And I never want to listen to it again. Please go find another room to do .......whatever you were doing......God I will  have to bleach my ears.." Arthit announced in fake horror

" Oh, come on...... We were just sharing innocent kisses. There wasn't even tongue action involved.... " Wisit shrugged nonchalant much to chagrin of a furiously blushing and awkward Knot.    

" I swear.... He is getting unbearable with each passing day " Knot grumbled.

Kong who was long woken  up Arthit's yelling asked the couple  " When did this start ?  How didn't we noticed ? "

" It started the day I saw Phi Knot. " Wisit answered all dreamy " He wasn't ready to be my boyfriend,keeps saying I'm too young for him and I needed to concentrate at my studies. He finally agreed last week. Didn't I tell you P'Arthit ?  Wisit can win whom he wants, and you will see it today. "

" You were talking about Ai knot ? "

" Yes, didn't I ask you how are you sure P'Kong won't look anywhere other than you ?"

Arthit nodded, Wisit smiled " I was insecure about me and P'Knot. I mean P'Knot is a hazer, handsome and smart. He must have a  long line of people chasing after him...... I was scared what if I fall deep and he falls for  someone else who is more mature and awesome..... I'm just in high school right now. I still have more than one year to go to college.... But after you challenged me straight away saying P'Kong is only yours, I was inspired.... It gave me courage and assurance . So, I once again proposed him, and timed the kiss so you will see, I saw you peeking through the glass window....... You need to understand I'm not the enemy, I love P'Kong as a brother and you as a phi. "

" You did that on purpose ? One second you were talking and next second you just - " Knot didn't complete but downcasted his eyes.

" Na raak ( cute) , how easily you blush P'Knot ! Yeah , I kissed you intentionally. You two " Wisit turned to Arthit and Kong " need to kiss too...... Not the innocent forehead kiss.

My P'Kong isn't made of glass P'Arthit.... Just because he is still recovering doesn't mean he can't handle one or two kisses. Just don't go overboard with below the waist action-" Knot clasped his palm over Wisit's mouth

" Apologies on his behalf..... He talk too much. " Knot pulled his boyfriend  out of the room .

Before going out, Knot leaned in doorway       " By the way Arthit ...... His advice isn't too bad. You should think about it..... Just don't go overboard -  "

" Both of you out of here..." Arthit glared at Knot and Wisit. Locking the door from inside he walked to Kong's bedside.

" I'm happy Wisit likes Knott " Arthit sighed in relief " That kid was giving me serious competition. "

" My heart isn't a trophy to win. Its not even mine by the way.  You already carry it with you since the day you nursed me to health even after I kept talking bad to you and ate whole jar of chilly pickle just to spite you  "

Arthit smiled at Kong's declaration, happiness blooming in his cheeks.

" Na raak " Kong remarked. " You blush ! Are you really  my Arthit or his hidden twin ? " He teased .

" What do you mean Kongpob ? " Arthit fumed.

" Well, the Arthit I know would never leave a chance to kiss me senseless. Your lips haven't been anywhere near mine in last two months. My Arthit would never do that...... He knows I crave his kisses. "

" You do ? " Arthit asked surprised .

Kong chuckled  " Why do you think I came out with reward system for your study ? I knew your mind would straight away jump at kisses and cuddles "

" Oh......" Arthit ruffled Kong's hair " You are one sneaky creature Kongpob Suthiluck. "

Kong smirked ,smug at his brilliant plan " I am a future businessman darling , I must be clever and sneaky and sharp too. "

" You deserve a reward for your brilliant game plan. " Arthit remarked grinning .

" Indeed " Kong smiled opening his arms and gesturing Arthit to hug him
" Come here " 
Arthit climbed on the bed and wrapped his arms gently around Kong. He can't help but hesitate to put force in his hug. Kong's ribs are still healing.

" But, Kong nurses will see through the door. My mum can come anytime too. You know she visits whenever she can find time. "

" Your mom always texts before visiting.....
And for the nurses " Kong leaned in without any preamble " let them see whom I belong to."

Arthit closed his eyes letting Kong take the lead. It almost felt like their first kiss, long awaited, a bit sloppy but urgent, passionate and very much desired.

Arthit let himself drown in the sensation of bliss Kong's lips bring him, he followed his lead, suckling, nipping, licking.

In these arms he forget every worry he has faced, here is his personalised heaven. As much as he wanted, he can't straddle Kong and kiss him senseless. Soon... He will do that. For now he let one of his hand sneak in to Kong's hairs and wrapped the other hand around Kong's neck, his fingers ran over skin of column of his neck ,touching and caressing it  as their lips danced  in passionate frenzy.

Licking a wet track to Arthit's neck, Kong suckled his Adam's apple " tickles.... " Arthit giggled.

" Huh? " Kong asked surprised, hot and heavy mood suddenly mellowing down in to soft tones of romantic afterglow as Arthit pecked his nose " Your stubble.... It tickles... "

" Oh, I will shave  - "

" Come on, let me help with that. " Arthit offered, much like ordered.

Climbing off the bed, he took out all the necessary tools from his bag and arranged on a small table. Humming a tune to himself, he filled a small basin with water and got to his work.

The small  task of merely fifteen minutes was rather prolonged to 45 minutes....... Both kept playing rather than getting down to actual task...... Arthit applied shaving gel on Kong's cheek .... Later instantly rubbed it onto Arthit's cheek.

" Kong.... ! " Arthit chided. Their playful bantering went on, Arthit had to actually apply the gel thrice before he could get down to actual business with the razor            " don't move now, I'll kill you if you it cuts you " Arthit threatened aligning the razor with Kong's skin..

" Isn't it too brutal of a punishment your grace ? " Kong asked.

" Do I look like a queen to you ? "

" You are queen of my heart.." Kong grinned.

" Say queen once more and see what I'll do ...." Arthit threatened holding the razor infont of him as a weapon " I'm the King of your heart. "

" Yeah.... You are.... My King...... But then our shipping name will be King-Kong ... " Kong mused.

Arthit playfully glared at him " very funny ..... I am still not letting you call me a queen ...... I'm your King .... Remember that "

It felt good ...... the bantering...it felt like old times.

" I miss the stars ... " Kong suddenly mumbled.

Arthit smiled at him " It's just three weeks...... then we can see a the star we want."

" Hmm.... ' Kong mumbled nonchalant.

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A/N : 18+ 🔞warning for next chapter 😜😜

Also,  I have one or two more drafts saved for this. I'll finalise it in my 1 hour Wattpad time.  But, officially Poles Apart is on hiatus till 15 Dec. I may publish some more chapters but I will not promise anything ( for further explanation please see my post 🙏🤗)

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