A/N: I have heard complaints that there are some confusion about the correct order of some of the chapters.

So, I am providing a list of the next chapters in their correct order with their serial numbers, please read them according to that order, to avoid any confusion about the story.

18. Daizy

19. Willow Tree Angels

20. I Remember.....

21. I Remember....2

22. Name of the feeling....

23. Pent up Anger...

please read the chapters as the above mentioned order.

Sorry for the inconvenience 🙏🙏

Enjoy reading 😇😇

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Kong was sipping his morning coffee, outside... at the porch, enjoying the chilli weather of Viang

His phone buzzed in his pocket and kong smiled looking at the screen

"Hello Aim....."

"Hey Kong, How are you buddy...."

"I m all good, Tell me about you....and how's May"

"I m good too and May is as gorgeous as ever..."

Kong shook his head laughing at Aim's reply

"Hey Kong, I have two surprises for you "

"Oh really.... Then spill, I am all ears"

"I am coming to Viang to meet you"

"What...??? Really...??? When...???"

"Yes.... for real....just in two days..."

"WOW.... That's really a big surprise Aim...."

" I know it is...."

" What's the second one ??"

" You remember Wad !!!!"

Kong got surprised after hearing their old friend's name

"Ofcourse I remember Aim.... He was our close friend"

"He is in Viang...."

"Are you serious, Aim ?? Wad is really here, in Viang ??"

Kong asked, unable to hide the disbelief and excitement in his voice

"Yes, Kong, I met his mom yesterday, at the mall, she told me he has shifted there with his dad after his parents get divorced, she said his grandfather lives there in Viang too"

Kong was so shocked, he can barely think what to say next

"Oh my God, that's why he vanished abruptly, in the mid session last year, and we couldn't contact him in any way either. Do you remember how worried we were about him ??
Did you asked for his number to his mom ?? Do you know where he lives in Viang ??"

"Slow down there... Detective 007..... One question at a time"

"Please Aim.... tell me, tell me "

Kong said in a stern voice

"Okay, don't whine now, and Yes.... I have his number, not the address though. I will call him soon and we all can meet up, when I get there"

"That will be great, Is May coming with you too ??"

"Ofcourse she is..... she is missing you too and she is completely fascinated by Arthit. And I too, would like to know him better"

"What are you trying to say Aim ??"

Kong asked, confused

"Don't worry Kong, I just want to study his behaviour, it will help me in my project for my phychology major. But please trust me I don't want to study him like a lab rat. I am interested in how Arthit sees the world. I would like to be Arthit's friend"

"You were really awesome with him. Are you going to stay here, at 'Stay and Dine' ??"

Kong asked

"You can't be serious, Kong. I can't stay there, if Arthit's mom denies to let me pay, it will be awkward for me.... And I m not going to stay in a separate room from May.... and your future 'Mother in law' dosen't sounds like an open minded person, so I am going to stay at a resort in Viang, but don't worry it's nearby your place, I searched on google so I will spend all my day's with you and Arthit.... I promise"

"It's okay Aim.... No problem. I will be happy to spend some time with you, it's been so long"

Kong replied, trying to keep the sappy tone from his voice

"Kong!! You didn't even tried to persuade me.... I am really hurt"

Aim sulked

"You are such a brat, Aim"

"I know, but you love me anyway"

Kong laughed loudly

There was a beat of silence before Aim spoke again, his voice holding a note of concern

"How are things going with you and Arthit ??"

"Oh, about the same, I guess"

Kong said with a sigh

"You don't sound convinced. Spill...."

Aim knows Kong too well, and he can tell there was more then he has letting on

"He kissed me on New Years"

Kong confessed

"So what, he kissed you in front of me before too, what's the big deal "

"It was different this time, Aim, Last time he didn't kissed me, it was just a peck, but this time...he pulled me to him and kissed me for real"

"Oh my god !!"

"Yeah. Any advice ??"

Kong asked

"Sorry Kong, not really. This isn't my area of expertise, not yet. Why don't you talk to Dr. Mew, surely he will be able to answer your questions and will provide you some words of advice too"

"Yeah, I guess I could. I didn't even though about asking him"

"Then do it...."

"Yeah, I surely will"

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"Okay, Arthit. Have a good day and we will see you next week"

Gulf waved to Arthit as he stepped out from his office

With nerves in his stomach Kong stood up from the couch, approaching Gulf before he closes the door

"Kong, is there something you need ??"

Gulf asked when he noticed Kong's hesitation

Taking a deep breath to steady his nerves, Kong asked his question

'Would it be alright if I speak privately with Mew ??"

Gulf appeared a bit surprised, so Kong rushed to explain himself
fearing he'll say no

"It's about Arthit"

Gulf casted a quick glance over his shoulder, concern in his eyes

"Of course, Kong, please come in"

He stepped aside, allowing Kong to walk past him, into the office

"Kong.... Come in..."

Mew seems genuinely surprised to see Kong, increasing his nerves

"Umm..... would it be alright if I spoke with you for a few minutes ?? I...I have some questions about Arthit"

Kong managed to ask, swallowing down the butterflies dancing in his stomach

"Of course. Please have a seat and make yourself comfortable"

Mew motioned him to the couch across from his desk.

Sitting down offered little relief for Kong's nerves and he found himself manically tracing the pattern on the fabric of the couch

"Kong...."

Mew came from around his desk, taking a chair closer to where Kong sat

"you can tell me anything. Whatever you say will stays in this office, I assure you. But, I will start off telling you, I can't talk with you about anything Arthit has talked about in here..... those are his choices to make, not mine"

"Of course. I just...just have some questions, or really, maybe more of your opinion on Arthit's abilities"

Mew's expression was neutral, betraying none of his thoughts

"Start whenever you're ready"

Taking a deep breath, Kong decided to just dive in

"I am wondering...what is Arthit capable of emotionally ??"

Mew leaned forward as he speaks to Kong

"You're going to have to give me a little more than that. What context are you speaking of ??"

Kong felt, blood will burst through his head as it rushes upward, heating his face

"I...umm...is...is Arthit capable of adult emotions ??"

"Are you speaking of things he desires ? Love ? Lust ??"

"Y...Yes"

Kong's voice barely squeaked out of his constricting throat. He haven't felt so embarrassed since his dad gave him the sex talk

A look of understanding crossed Mew 's face, bringing Kong a wave of relief, no more explaining himself

"First let me ask you what your feelings are, concerning Arthit ??"

Talk about a loaded question.....

Kong was not sure he could put the things he felt for Arthit into words

"I care deeply for him"

To Kong's surprise, he saw a smirk crossed Mew's face

"May I be very candid with you ??"

Kong nodded, not knowing what to expect

"It is fairly obvious there is a connection between you and Arthit, anyone would be able to see that. If I'm not mistaken, your feelings for Arthit go far deeper than just care. I would venture to say that you love him, possibly that you're in love with him Kong. Is that a fair assessment ??"

Kong felt the color on his face darken, there was no sense in denying his feelings any longer. He know he love Arthit

"Yes. I...I do"

"Seems like that was difficult for you to admit. Why is that ??"

Mew asked

"I am worried"

Kong admitted

"Worried that Arthit won't be able to love me like I love him. I suppose it's been easier to deny it than deal with it "

"And why do you think that is ??"

"To keep from being hurt, I think"

Kong admitted again

"You think Arthit could hurt you ??"

"Not intentionally, but if I thought he could never return my feelings, it would be pretty devastating for me"

"You spend all day with him everyday, what do you think he is capable of ??"

Kong was starting to feel a bit annoyed, he was hoping for more answers than questions

"I don't really know, that's kind of why I'm here...I was hoping you could tell me"

Mew leaned forward, his elbows on his knees

"In my opinion, I think Arthit does love you, in his own way. How deep that feeling goes and how effectively he can express that, I am honestly not certain. If you're being honest with yourself, I think you already know Arthit will never quite be like everyone else, and that's okay. Don't compare your interactions with him to what they would be with other people his age, otherwise you are setting yourself up for a definite disappointment"

"And what about his mental maturity and the way I interact with him...I'm not sure what to do"

"You mean about being sexually attracted to him ??"

This conversation was taking a mortifying turn

"Yes...."

Kong managed to whisper

"Given time and more opportunity to interact with people his age, I see no reason why Arthit wouldn't respond with you on a sexual level"

Kong couldn't help the smile that crossed his face, his heart felt so light. He know it won't happen tomorrow, but just the hope that he could have a real relationship with Arthit has him feeling almost giddy

"Arthit could really benefit from that...friends his own age...... particularly male friends, other than you. It would be a good thing for him if perhaps you could help him with that"

Kong nodded, thinking about Aim's visit

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Arthit's Pov -------

There are too many people here.

I don't like it.

Mom says it's a welcome party for Kong's friends.

I remember his friends Aim and May, I like them. May smiles and giggle with Kong a lot. Aim is easy to be around. He is quiet, I like quiet.

There are other friends of Kong's here, ones I haven't met before.

Kong laughed and hugged them. He is happy to meet them. Wad and Prem scare me. Prem stands very close and looks right at me when he talks. I don't like it, it makes my stomach bouncy. Wad is very quiet but looks scary. Kong says he is an old friend. I just try and stay away from them

Kerkerai is here, too. He is watching me a lot. I wish he would talk with Roger, but he just watches.

I am dressed up again. I don't like shirts with buttons. They're too tight and itchy. And I don't like shiny shoes. I don't really like any shoes, but the shiny ones are the worst.

Mom has made a big lunch. I like that part. Everyone looks at me less, when Mom serve food.

Kong is different with his friends, he doesn't stand as close or hold my hand. I don't understand. Is he mad at me ?? he doesn't look mad. he smiles when he looks at me.

I want the quiet with just us, that is my favorite.

Everybody is talking so loud no one hears the knock except me and Tyson. He runs toward the door howling and barking. Now everyone hears.

Mom looks surprised and says

"Excuse me"

before leaving the table.

Roger is the only one who follows Mom with his eyes when she leaves. Everyone else goes back to eating.

Something is different with Mom and Roger. I am not sure what it is, they have been happier around each other since their date.

Something else I don't understand.

"I want you to leave now!!"

Mom's voice is loud. It stops everyone talking.

"Absolutely not!! You aren't welcome here"

Roger and Kerkerai leave the table. Roger looks upset, Kerkerai looks mad. I will go, too.

Kong's hand is pulling mine as soon as I stand. His eyes have questions.

"Tyson.."

I tell him before going for my dog. He is really barking loud.

"I just want to ask him a few questions"

I don't know this voice.

I peek around the corner. There is a man standing outside the door talking to my mom. Roger has his arm around Mom's shoulder. Kerkerai is standing behind them, his arms are crossed in front of him.

"Mrs. Rojanapat asked you to leave"

Kerkerai said in a loud voice

The man isn't looking at Kerkerai, he looks right past him, right at me.

"Arthit !! Arthit !! How do you feel about the prospect of Miss Pring Afton getting a new trial ??"

Kerkerai steps out the door and blocks the man.

I don't see anything anymore.

I don't hear anything anymore.

Pring....Pring......Pring.........
Repeats in my mind.

I remember.

I remember everything.

I can see it all.

Everything around me, melts away.

I see that day.

The sun in my eye, through the car window.

A woman pulled over on the side of the road.

Dad stops to offer her a ride.

The sun glints off the gun as soon as she climbs in the car.

"Hello, Dear. I've missed you"

Her voice is like needles piercing my spine, I don't like her.

"Pring ?? What on earth are you doing ??"

"I have come for you, my love. You don't think I would let your marriage to that whore keep us apart do you ??

She looks at me.

Her eyes are like a nightmare.

She touches my face, and I want to scream.

I want my mom.

"Look at you, beautiful boy, just like your father. I'm going to be your new mommy"

No.

I look at dad, he is really mad.

"Leave my son out of this. What do you want ??"

She looks back at Dad.

I try to wipe the feel of her skin off my face.

She reaches for Dad, touching his leg.

"I want what should always have been mine. I have prepared everything for us, the three of us. You will love our house, it's perfect, everything we ever wanted. Little Arthit has his own room, and I've filled it with toys for him"

Dad brushes her hand off him.

She raises the gun and points it at him.

"You will let me touch you, Dear"

Dad drops her hand. She keeps touching him.

"This is insane, Pring. We haven't been together for so many years"

"Dad ?? I'm scared. I want to go home"

She looks at me again. This time she smiles. It doesn't help, I'm still scared.

"Oh, dear boy, you don't need to be scared of Mommy"

"You aren't my mom"

She smacks me hard across the cheek.

Dad grabs her arm.

"You don't touch my son"

"He left me no choice, Love. I can't have him being disrespectful to his mother"

Dad is yelling now

"Enough of this farce, Pring !! Get out of my car now !!"

"This is no farce, My love. You are both coming with me"

She raises the gun again, this time at me.

Dad looks scared.

"Please don't point that at Arthit. Put it down and I'll do what you want"

She is looking at dad, but the gun is still pointed at me.

"Prove it....... Let me touch you"

Dad nods.

"Close your eyes, Arthit"

Dad is upset.

I close my eyes.

"Oh, Dear..... You feel as good as I remember"

"I am proving it, aren't I. Put the gun down now, please"

"Perhaps...I need more convincing"

I hear shuffling. I peek through my eyelashes.

She still has the gun, but it's not pointing right at me.

She isn't looking at me, she is climbing on dad's lap.

I move to the floor and crouch between the seats, maybe she won't see me.

"Stop it, Pring. I can't do this. I love my wife"

"Forget her. I'm your wife now,you will love me"

"No, I won't"

The gun is loud when it goes off. It hurts my ears.

"Run, Arthit !! Run !!"

I move so I can see better.

Dad is trying to get the gun from Pring. They are both yelling. Dad has blood soaking through one of his sleeves and running down his arm.

I can't look at anything but the blood. It's dripping off Dad's fingers and making a spot on the car's mat.

"Arthit !!"

I look up at my dad. His eyes are red and his face is white.

"Run! Run until you can't run anymore. I love you, son"

I fall as soon as I get the door open. I can feel the blood run down my leg, but I run just like dad told me.

I can't see.

The sun is too bright and I have too many tears.

My legs hurt.

My lungs hurt.

I keep running.

It's almost dark.

I need to hide.

There are rocks in front of me, I can hide there.

The rocks cut my hands and knees when I climb, but I don't stop.

I find a hole in the rocks, a cave maybe. That would be a good hiding place.

I have a flashlight in my pocket.

The cave isn't big, but I don't care I'm so tired.

I curl up against the wall and cry.

Everything hurts...my legs, my feet, my chest.

My throat is dry and I'm hungry.

I miss my mom..... I want her.

I know my dad must be dead otherwise he would follow me, wouldn't he ??

I cry till my eyes burn and I have the hiccups.

My flashlight flickers, the batteries are dying.

I watch the flickers till they stop and the blackness swallows me.

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A/N: At last Arthit remembered......
What do you think, How will Arthit's mind react after recollecting that horrible incident from his memory. Tell me your thoughts about that in comments section 💖💖