PORSCHE
I woke up and turned with difficulty. Immediately feel the pain rushing through my head as I slowly open my heavy eyes. That bastard Kinn! How much did he drink last night? Did he even get drunk? He didn't even bulge on his seat for fuck sake! And as for me. I don't even wanna think about it.
Leaning both my arms against the bed, I slowly raised myself. My headache continued as if it was being pressed by hard rock. I removed the blanket that's covering me.
Wait, blanket? A thick black blanket? a King-sized bed, and also a wide room.
I scanned the whole room, recollecting the thoughts of last night. I was in Jade's shop drinking and got home after we partied. When we reached the house, I hurriedly helped Pete and took Kinn inside his room. I wiped him up and–
Fuck! Don't tell me I'm in that bastard's room again?!
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I glanced around the room but I couldn't see any signs of Kinn. I roamed my eyes further until it collided with a family picture. It was Khun Korn together with his sons. I couldn't believe my eyes, why the fuck am I here again!?
My headache suddenly disappeared when I realized what happened as a new set of flashbacks came in. I remembered last night that I felt good, so good as if I'm on cloud nine. My breath was warm and my lips were so moist as the person in front of me made his way to them. I was about to drown with pleasure but then I realized, it was Kinn!
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I was kissed by Kinn!
Even if I was drunk, I remembered everything that happened in this room. And I remembered him on top of me. I made my way out of the bed, but a pungent scent caught my attention. I looked down at the side of the floor and immediately pulled up my feet.
There's a puke smothered all over the floor and what's worse, I knew right away that it was mine. After I vomited last night, I had a blackout. But the point is, Kinn kissed me. Why on earth did he do that!? What the hell is he thinking? or maybe he was just messing up with me that's why he did what he did? That must be it.
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I walked to the other side of the bed and looked at the clock on the wall. It was already nine o'clock, I still have an hour left before that little ding dong call for me. This scene reminds me of the day I slept on the sofa. Same moment and the same feeling.
I stood up placing my palms on my waist when suddenly the glass door opened. I immediately crouched down as the sound of the door caught my ear. It revealed Kinn holding his phone, wrapped with the couch cover and turned his gaze towards me. His face was calm as ever, not even a trace of anger on them. He only looked at me raising an eyebrow and I stared back at him.
"Why didn't you wake me up? Where did you sleep?" I asked calmly. I felt a pang of sudden guilt when I realized that he slept on the sofa while my ass stayed comfortably on his bed.
"Wipe your puke before you go." He replied. His eyes are glued to his phone again.
"Of course! You don't have to tell me." I murmured to myself and walked back to the room.
I grabbed some tissues and crouched down to wipe my mess. A sudden rush of disgust washed over me as the mixture of alcohol and the scent of vomit hit my face. I'm just so glad that I didn't remove my clothes like the last time because if I did, I don't know if I'll be able to face Kinn again.
I took a damp cloth and gave the floor a second wipe to remove any residue. After wiping the floor, I removed the sheets of Kinn's bed and dragged them out to wash them, but Kinn stopped me.
"You can leave them. The house lady will come and pick them up later." Kinn said, leaning against the door frame while his arms rested along his chest.
I immediately dropped the pile of dirty laundry in front of him.
"Can you at least put them on the side?" He said with a smirk playing on his lips.
"Why? I'll just leave them here, for her to see." I said as I left the pile on the way to the door.
A lot of questions keep on playing in my head and I wanted to ask him about it but I'm afraid that I would get even more confused if he answered anything with a tease.
"Wait." Kinn said, blocking my way with his hand.
I don't know what to say to you Kinn, please do not now.
"What is it?" I asked in a soft tone.
"What did you do last night?"
Fuck! I'm still processing my thoughts and he's already asking me about it. I'm screwed right now!
"W-what did I do?" I asked, trying to look at him as if I don't know what he is talking about. But I just couldn't because the moment our eyes met, I immediately turned away. I can't look him in the eye!
"Last night when you lifted me."
I can feel another headache coming, as I tried to reminisce about the events of last night. "O-okay. What did I do?"
"It still hurts."
Shit! Can you be more specific, Kinn? My heart is already throbbing with fear.
First I slept on your bed and I even puked on the floor. Now, this!? Did I do something to him? Spare me!
"W-what the hell did I do?" I repeatedly asked.
"Last night, when you took me out from the table. You mishandled me and even let me hit this!"
He suddenly grabbed my hand and placed them over his abdomen. I could feel his warmth through the silk clothes, and it sent me shivers, leaving me frozen at the moment. When I realized his gesture, my eyes went wide, and immediately snatched my hand away.
"What the hell are you doing!?" I said in confusion and pushed his hand away.
I then made my way out as soon as possible. I heard Kinn's laugh as I walked out but was too afraid to give a damn about it and continued sprinting away.
Damn you, Kinn! What the hell are you doing!? Why the fuck are you doing this to me!? Why are you confusing me? When I reached outside, I slammed the door shut, startling the bodyguards. Big then gave me a look, but I couldn't care less because I already have too much for today.
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"Wait!" My arm was forcefully pulled again.
"Let me go!" I quickly flicked his arm and turned to give him an annoyed look.
"What did you do there?" The lad pulling my arm asked me with urgency. And it was Big.
"None of your business." I replied in annoyance.
"You bastard! I'm asking you properly!" He snapped at me.
"I said, It's none of your fucking business."
I was about to walk again, but the bastard kept on yanking my arms. I just kept my eyes low, suppressing my anger. Because if I met him, I would really hit him hard.
"Answer my question! And what the fuck happened to your neck!?" He said but instead of getting angry, I was left in shock.
I immediately took a hold of my neck and to my surprise the plaster that I put there was gone.
"If you have so much time bothering me, why don't you use it for something worthwhile?" I said in a tired voice.
The memories of last night and the new marks on my neck only depicts that the scene I remembered happened.
"Porsche! If you answer me that way again, I'll fucking beat you up!" He aims a fist at me. I was never afraid of this guy and if he wants a fight, I will gladly give it to him.
"Did the dog greet you early?" A voice came and wrapped his arms around my neck. Pol.
"What are you guys doing here?" I said in awe, but another man came.
"The dog probably didn't take his medicine. That's why he's wild." It was Arm, standing beside me.
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"Hey! You two wanted a piece of me!?" Big said to both of them. His face was red as hell.
"Come on! We know who's the one afraid here, Phi. We just don't want to waste our morning for something like this." Pol said, still holding my neck, and dragged me outside the scene.
I glanced back at Big's direction, expecting him to come after us, but he was immediately cut off by his subordinates. He can only let out a frustrated shout as we make our way down. As for me, the two bastards dragged me down to the cafeteria and I caught a glance of Pete. In his casual clothes again. It must be his day off.
"Brother Big is starting a fight this early and you even let him do so. Are you crazy?" Said Arm. Placing a bowl of food and rice in front of me.
"Thanks." I said before removing the vegetables from my bowl and throwing them on the side.
"But I thought you went into your room, Porsche. Why did you come out of Khun Kinn's room?" Pol turned to ask me.
Fuck! I thought I'm already done with this conversation with Big. But these two are far worse than I thought. Most especially Pete, who won't stop grinning on the side.
"Fuck Pete! You left me alone with Kinn last night!" I turned to accuse him.
"Why me? I was drunk last night too. I don't know why you are blaming me." He replied in a suspicious tone.
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As if there was something he knew that I didn't.
"You fucking ass! How could you!" I continued yelling at Pete.
"Hey, hey, Porsche! How come you have more marks on your neck like last time? Didn't we agree that if you find a girl, you'll share it with me?" Arm said with full enthusiasm, making Pete laugh.
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"What's wrong with you Pete? Why are you laughing?" Arm turned to Pete.
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"Nothing. The rice was too hot."
I gave Pete a look, but the mother fucker only turned his glance away from me.
"Ohhh. I want to be born with a face like Porsche. You get drunk, and you'll immediately get laid." Pol fanned some more to the fire. I don't know how to react to this conversation anymore. The bastards then continued eating and when they were done, went straight to the shower and changed into uniform.
"Khun Tanakhun is about to leave, Porsche. You should wear your suit too." Arm said to me, and I nodded. Making my way to the bathroom and glancing at the mirror.
Fuck! They're new marks! Why did he do that? Is he gay?
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But he looked like a womanizer. Tough features and body. Women probably lined up just to get a piece of him. But last night, I really did feel good. But if it wasn't Kinn, I'd probably enjoy it more. Or maybe I can– I don't know anymore!
I just let out a deep sigh and continued my business in the shower. After I took a bath, I put on my uniform and headed to Khun Tanakhun's room. Immediately upon entering the room, I saw him. Still on his bed, must be because we're too hard on him last night. I'm just glad that Arm and Pol told me that the shooting practice will be at noon. Because I wouldn't be able to come if it's in the morning.
Khun Korn wanted us to practice shooting, for self-defense purposes. As for today's shift, my subordinates and I drag Khun's jelly-like body inside the bathroom. And checking on him from time to time, making sure that he doesn't fall asleep while taking a shower.
The day shift wasn't so bad at all, but Khun still wanted to go at night. I'm fine with it as long as I'll still be able to go home to my brother.
I was on the way assisting Khun to get inside his car when I bumped into Khun Korn.
"Practice well, Porsche. Get the targets so you'll be able to be a good gunman too." He said to me with a smile, and I nodded.
He then looked at his son, but the bastard was already asleep in the back seat. As for me, I'm barely hanging by myself. It's like I'm taking care of my own son. And it's so bothersome. I was about to sit inside the car when Kinn suddenly came out of the house together with his bodyguards.
"Please look after Tanakhun's brother too." Khun Korn said, and I realized that Kinn will be coming with us too. He then went in on the other van behind ours.
I got in the car not paying much attention to Kinn but with this arrogant state, he swayed his neck back and forth as if his body was still numb from too much drinking last night. Weren't you even the slightest ashamed in front of your bodyguards!?
SHOOTING RANGE
"Khun, have some coffee." I said with a slight irritation in my voice. I don't know what to give him, but I couldn't take it anymore seeing him in this state.
"Tonight we'll go again." He said in a low tone. His eyes dropped.
"But Khun you haven't even recovered yet." I replied in a smooth voice. He ignored me for a moment and didn't reply right away.
"I said we'll be going tonight." He answered rather stiffly with wide eyes.
"Then get up and practice shooting too." I said and looked at the glass mirror covering. My eye roams around and lingers on Kinn with his other men shooting in a rather sloppy manner. I wanted to practice too, but I can't leave this bastard alone.
"I don't want to. It's too loud." Khun said and continued pouncing on the table.
"Then please behave for tonight. You probably can't go too because of your current state." I said with my arms crossed.
"Are you saying that I'm weak?" He raised his head to me with anger forming in his eyes.
"I'm not Khun. But if you're acting like this, how will you be able to go tonight?" I said with a straight face.
He mumbled a protest, stood up from his chair and made his way to the field. He then casually grabbed some headphones and placed them on his ears. I sighed in relief. Then Arm went over and yanked me by the neck.
"Wow, way to go in controlling the stubborn master." Arm teased before poking my back and putting his headphones on.
I then put mine and followed him along with Khun in front of us. The shooting range is now exclusive to us. Arm said that it was also one of the mini businesses of this family-owned On the regular days this range is always packed with people, but when an occasion like this comes, they immediately close it for family use. If it was mine, I'd probably enjoy my time here.
"You go with Khun. That person never hits the target." Arm said as he walked up to his station.
Skillfully preparing his gun and shadow practicing. I walked beside Khun and I saw him trying his best to remove the mag, but failed. I tried to teach him what he should do but the bastard probably forgot that he was wearing headphones.
How the fuck will you be able to hear me? I sighed.
My eye then darted to the other side of the station. And there was Kinn, looking at me with a slight grin on his face. I immediately looked away because I fear I might think of crazy things again. I focused on Khun Tanakhun, who is currently holding his gun. The lad pointed it at the human-like target and narrowed his eyes. He then inserted his fingers into the trigger and immediately fired.
I sighed hard because he didn't even manage to hit the outside part of the target. I raised his arm for a second try but this time I'm already guiding him up. I held his hand and pointed the gun at the target. The bastard was so excited that he missed the target again because of his bad posture.
I gave him a look and he stared at me in apology. We repeated the action and maybe the bastard wanted to end this quicker, so he just agreed and we managed to land a shot. Khun Tanakhun kept a good score because I'm the one properly holding the gun.
After we finished the whole mag, he then immediately put the gun down and rushed back to the other side of the range, removed his headphones and slumped back to his seat.
I was about to turn back to the range when I saw Kinn, leaning against the side of the glass barrier and looking at me. The memory of the morning scene suddenly rushed back into my head and I scowled at him. He gestured to me to remove my headphones, but I just ignored him and made my way out. He then grabbed my arms and mouthed something to me.
"Are you testing me?" He said slowly as I read through his mouth. I immediately flipped his arm away from me and was about to walk again when suddenly I felt a cold steel against my head.
It was Kinn, pointing a gun to my temples. I was a little startled knowing that it is a real gun, and it could kill people. I looked at him in shock. My body went stiff as I watched every move that he does.
"Scared?" He asked with a smirk on his face. My mind then snapped in annoyance and I stepped forward towards Kinn, letting the gun touch the skin of my forehead. Kinn gaped at me in amazement and a wide grin formed on his face.
"I'm not afraid of you." I said straight on his face.
If you're planning to mess with someone like me, you have to do better than this Kinn.
My courage was the only thing that I have left.
"I know." The bastard said smugly then put down the gun. He stepped closer to me and removed the headphones from my ear.
"What's wrong with you!?" I said in anger and immediately noticed that everyone was watching Kinn's little play.
Arm, who probably was going in my direction was held by Big, and his subordinates, let out a sigh of relief when he realized that Kinn was only playing. Kinn looked at them and the bastards immediately dispersed.
"You're pretty good." Kinn said to me. Probably saw me teaching Khun Thankhun a while ago.
"And what is it with you?" I replied in irritation.
"Let's go for a round or are you scared?" He said, raising his eyebrow slightly. This bastard is clearly mocking me.
"What makes you think that I'm scared?" I replied in confidence.
If you lose, don't come running back to your father with your tail between your legs.
"But there is a catch." Kinn smiled wickedly.
"What?"
"We go for a couple of rounds and the one who scores less will take off a piece of clothing." Kinn said with a solemn expression like before. His statement made me want to punch a hole in his face.
"Are you crazy!? I don't want to!" I said in disgust. I turned my head to catch Big and his subordinates, giving me a look.
"Khun Kinn, you don't have to do this if you don't want to." Said one of his subordinates.
"I'm fine. I can take care of myself." Kinn replied. The bastard Kinn looked at me with scrutiny in his green orbs, still hoping that I would jump up to his façade.
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"I won't play with you bastard! If you badly want to do it, do it yourself!"
After saying that, I went back to my station and held a gun. I fearlessly shot the target in front of me as if it was Kinn's face. Why does he have to get into my nerves every time?
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"Are you alright?" Arm walked up to me and lit a cigarette in his mouth. Now we're on the side of the building with the sign: SMOKING AREA.
Some of the bodyguards also came, the others were playing games, and some were just resting. As for Kinn, he went into the VIP lounge, probably taking a rest too.
"I'm fine," I replied.
In my head there are a hundred questions. The whole thing about last night, and what happened on the day after. I wanted to ask Arm about it, but I'm afraid he'll misunderstand me.
"You managed to make Khun Kinn angry again. You really are amazingly stupid sometimes, Porsche." Arm said playfully.
But my mind was drifting off to something else. I really wanted to know. I saw the other bodyguards already left the area and went back to the room, leaving me and Arm.
"Arm." I said and hurriedly reached for Arm's crotch. The bastard was startled, looked at my face and when he realized what I'd done, he immediately brushed away my hand.
"What the fuck are you doing!?" He asked in shock.
"How do you feel?" I asked him.
"Huh? What are you?! Why are you asking me? Are you still drunk?" When Arm heard what I said his expression changed and chuckled lightly instead.
"No. Why? What are you thinking just now?" I asked when he frowned.
"Are you gay?"
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It was my turn to frown at what he said. Did he have a clue about what I am going to ask him? I was lost with my thoughts when he added,
"But if you were one, your taste should be cute who dressed like a woman too, am I right? Or are you just messing with me?"
That's what I wanted to know, Arm. Is your boss gay or he's just messing up with me?
"Really now. Don't men usually play like this?" I dropped my cigarette butt on the bucket and looked at him.
"Do you play with your friends like this, you bastard?" Arm said and laughed.
"Oh..."
That's fucking true! I did play something like that with Tem before but never played with Jom, it just feels weird.
"What's up with you today, Porsche? Do you like me? Probably because I'm hot." Arm asked as I shooed him away.
"What the fuck are you saying? Shut up and leave me alone." I tapped his shoulder and pushed him away to dodge the teasing.
"This is not a playground. Save your craziness to your rooms later." Big said behind us, exchanging looks between me and Arm. Arm then grabbed me by my neck and retaliated in irritation.
"Who said that this is a playground? This is a public park and I even heard that someone brought their dogs in." Arm's eyes looked at Big and sneered. Big then stood and started to charge towards us.
"Who are you calling a dog? Huh!?" We only stared at him in mock.
"Whoever howls, that person is definitely the dog." Arm said, placing his hands casually inside his pocket and whistling in front of Big.
"You fucking bastard!"
Before both of them threw a fist at each other's faces, the sound of the opening door caught our attention.
"Are you trying to bite each other's heads off again?" said the voice. Armlet out a laugh and Big immediately stood up properly. "Let me join you." He added.
"Sure." I replied to the voice, causing Big to turn in a tiny direction.
The bastard won't stop glaring but is afraid of his master. He then made his way out of the room and headed for the parking lot, Kinn then followed after him. I guess it's time to go home.
The latter threw a side glance at me, making sure that I was following behind, before completely turning away. He was about to go in the van when suddenly a loud bang was heard. Everyone including Kinn crouched down
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Two gunshots echoed through the pavement. And after that, everything went silent. The bodyguards immediately run towards Kinn's direction to protect him and hurriedly assist him into the car.
I saw a bunch of enemies in black overalls with a black masks over their heads. They were going after the van, but after realizing something, immediately disappeared through thin air.
"They have guns. Go look for Khun Tanakhun!" Kinn yelled at me and I turned right away.
I rushed over to look for him when I saw the men i9n black making their way to Khun's location. I hurriedly made my way through the crowd and kicked the bastards before they reached Khun Korn's good-for-nothing firstborn.
When Khun came into view, I saw his wrists tied up, and was being forced to ride the van with the enemy having a gun at our driver's head, but he was too stubborn, so they are failing miserably. I know I can save Khun in time, so I looked over tinKinn's direction just to be sure he's fine. Khun Korn asked me to take care of them both anyway but to my annoyance, I saw the same scene.
Now what? Who am I going to save first? His weakling bodyguards are all scurrying down the ground including the motherfucking Big.
"Let me go!"
I heard a loud shout coming from Khun Tanakhun and was followed by some curses. I hurriedly run towards him kicking everyone who blocked my way.
I landed a punch and even sent someone flying on the floor. I used my feet, elbows and every part of my body as what I learned from my previous training. They weren't as bad as I thought. In fact, someone even managed to punch me in the face.
Right now, the parking lot is in complete chaos. A bunch of people scrambling all over the place, both from our side and the enemies. But despite the outlash, my eyes collided with the bastard who drew his gun and aimed at Khun Tanakhun. I immediately pushed Tanakhun inside the car, drew my gun, and quickly removed its mag. I then threw the mag on the bastard's face who kept yanking the car door keeping it from closing. After he was thrown to the ground, I hurriedly shut the door and knocked on the driver's seat where Pol was already sitting, gesturing to them to go.
The exchange of gunshots continued along with the stinky scent of arsenic lingering in the air all over the place. A group of men tried to stop Khun Tanakhun's car but I, together with Arm, managed to stop them. I then turned to Kinn's direction and saw that his car hadn't left yet.
I grabbed my gun, put in a new magazine, and continued shooting at the scumbags. Some people were run over by the van and some fought back fists to fist. I saw Kinn grab his gun and open his door as a cover.
"What are you doing? Go now!" I asked him while I continued shooting at the enemies.
"I'm not a coward like you." He snapped as he positioned himself to get a better angle. Bullets were raining on us and missed my foot by just a few inches.
Realizations hit me that this job really is terrifying. You can either get hit, stabbed, or even shot to death without any precautions. I am not even wearing a bulletproof vest right now.
My attention was caught by someone who tried to attack Kinn from behind, grabbing the guy's head and hitting him hard on the throat with the tip of the barrel.
"Get in your fucking car. And stop being a burden!" I said angrily to him as I continued exchanging fists and bullets.
"I can take care of myself." He shouts back bragging at me.
"Fucking good for nothing mouth!" I replied angrily.
Bastard! I'm fucking tired and if you stay here these assholes won't stop coming from every direction.
"Wanna know what I'm good at?" He said to me with a playful tone while dodging someone's punch and shoving them on the car's door.
"Good my ass!" I said and punched my opponent in full force. I let out my frustrations on those people who thought that they were Kinn. The memory of what happened last night isn't helping at all, it only added to the fire I am feeling inside.
I scanned the area and saw that people were still exchanging fires but there were more men from the other side. A guy then made a way through the nearby van and was about to shoot Kinn but I immediately dragged Kinn down.
That's it. I've had enough of this bullshit!
Fearlessly, I made my way out of my hiding place and shot everyone who dared to attack us. Each bullet was precise on its target. I kept on firing even if I started to feel the exhaustion tolling in my body, not minding the bullets that kept on coming my way. All I wanted to do now is get Kinn away from here.
"Porsche! Porsche stop!" Kinn shouted from behind.
"Shut up!" I replied in anger and continued shooting.
Like a protagonist in a movie, everything seems to slow down, even the bullets that I fire. I can feel my anger rushing to my head as I continue pulling the trigger. One by one enemies began to lessen. But suddenly I felt a warm sensation on my arm making me lightheaded. I staggered and my gun fell on the pavement.
"Shit!"I was hit on my arm.
Three more gunshots rang and Kinn hurriedly ran towards me. His fierce eyes greeted me.
"What the hell are you doing!?" His loud voice echoed through the surroundings as the armed men ran off from the upcoming number of bodyguards who were with Kinn.
"Are you crazy!? Going on them alone like that. Do you think you can take them by yourself!?" He continued shouting at my face.
I told you, I'm not afraid to die. I just wanted this thing to finish sooner. I wanted to say but my mouth was kept shut by the searing pain in my arm.
"Khun Kinn are you alright?" Big came beside Kinn checking on him. But Kinn flicked off Big's hand and turned back in my direction.
"What the hell do you think you're doing?" Kinn asked once again, but this time a softer tone of his voice came out.
He was about to lift me, but I immediately stood by myself while holding on to my right arm. The pain slowly turned into a numbing sensation as blood oozed out from my wound.
I didn't mind the pain, I'm just glad that they didn't hit my tattoo. Because if that had happened, I would've killed all of them in a blink.
"I'm fine." I said with a straight face, still feeling my blood dripping to my wrist and hand.
"Take the car to the hospital!" Kinn commanded. I just sighed and followed him into his van.
The way to the hospital was completely silent as we both sat peacefully. When we reached our destination, Kinn left me and the rest of the injured men to receive treatment at the hospital and said that someone will pick us up later.
I looked around and I saw men in different states. Some were completely bruised all over their body and some were just slightly wounded, like me. The doctor advised that I could go home after a few stitches and just left me with some anti-inflammatory medicines since my wound wasn't fatal, but if my arm got infected, I must come back to them.
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"Hey, I heard that you were stubborn?" As soon as our feet touched the floor of the great hall, I was greeted by Khun Korn. Taking a good look at my bandaged right arm.
"He's completely out of his mind Pa," said Kinn, who was sitting on the couch with his legs crossed.
"I said I'm fine." I replied to him.
"Really now?"Kinn said with irritation.
"Come on. None of our people are in a good state. But my concern is that they are using guns now." Khun Korn said in slight awe. Makes me think that the enemies weren't using brute force before.
"Before they only used them as a threat, but today some of our men have shot their people." Big replied and looked at me as if I'd done something wrong.
Why does this conversation sound as if we shouldn't have fought back and fired at them?
"Someone actually died tonight, and some were badly hit. I don't know what to do with them anymore." Khun Korn said while rubbing his temples.
His statement only made me realize that what happened before was just an act of scaring, but they did not intend to kill anyone.
"But this time our side did it, Khun. They'll definitely come for revenge." Big added.
"Huh? How do you know that? They shot us first and-" my statement was cut, and the hall was filled with silence. Khun Korn then spoke.
"Usually, the people we encounter don't use guns or they just use them to scare us off. But this time it's different. I don't think we're dealing with the same enemy anymore." He sounded concerned and threatened.
"Anyway, we must always be prepared. Everyone that got badly harmed this time, take some time to rest. Including you, Porsche, please refrain from doing anything crazy."
Khun Korn turned to look at me. He wasn't angry, it's more like he was concerned and worried.
"Khap." I said before walking out of the main hall.
I went to my room and took a rest. I think about the things that Khun Korn said a while ago. But I just don't know why Big reacted that way. Why do they play like this, only bark without biting? What's the catch? What are they so afraid of losing despite their power?
"I heard you were so cool out there. Are you trying to get a monument for yourself?" Pete laughed and walked into the room. I must have forgotten to lock the door because I don't usually do it in my own house.
"Shut up." I turned to him while he dragged a wooden chair and sat next to me.
"Still the same fowl mouth. You must be okay then." Pete said with a smile.
"You usually don't shoot people?" I asked Pete in a soft voice.
"There have been a few times, but only to scare people away. And it's been 4 months already since they last did such a stunt." Pete said, leaning on the backrest in a relaxed manner.
"So, you usually just fight with your fists?" I asked him and frowned slightly. Is this a child's play?
I then recalled what Brother Chan said to me. Only use my gun when it's absolutely necessary. I also thought that I wouldn't need to use it, but I was in a tight situation this time.
"Yeah. We sometimes kidnap them and torture them for answers. But that usually applies only to the debtors. We rarely kill anyone."
"Why?"
"Khun Korn once said that he doesn't want his hands getting dirty anymore. So, if it's not necessary, he doesn't want a bloodbath." Pete added.
"How is your husband?" The voice from the outside interrupted our conversation. It was Arm.
"Gonna fuck you up good if you don't shut up." I growled as the bastard made his way to my side. He then took a seat and gave my wounded arm a look.
"You really are crazy, you know?" Arm said.
I didn't pay much attention to him and turned back to Pete.
"What are you about to say just now?" I asked Pete.
"Hey, don't worry too much about it. Just take your meds and rest. And in the evening, I'll clean your wound for you."
Pete threw the medicine bag beside me. I can feel the pain in my arm getting a bit worse than before as the anesthesia slowly loses its effect, so I followed what he said, lowering myself into the bed.
"I'll sleep for a while then go home. We don't have any errands for tonight, do we?" I asked Arm because after this I'll leave at midnight to go home and check on my brother.
"Can you even drive with the state of your arm? Just sleep here Porsche." Said Pete.
Looked at my empty mattress. I don't even have pillows or bed sheets, how am I supposed to sleep here? Well, that's not even an option.
"I need to go home to my brother." I whispered. The drug is starting to take effect, making me a bit drowsy.
"Then at least let me drive you home." Pete insisted.
I didn't hear much of what he had to say and didn't even know when Arm left the room. All I know is that I'm just exhausted, and I want to rest.
I groaned as I felt a damp sensation on my right arm. As if it was being unwrapped like before.
"Behave now and just take a rest." A subtle voice said. I narrowed my eyes to see who the person was.
"Just do it." Another person said but with a bit of exasperation in his voice. And when I turned to him, it was Kinn.
I wanted to get up but the people around me won't let me do so.
"Hey. Don't stand up, Porsche. Just lay down, this will be finished in a while."
Familiar faces flashed in my view. All in casual clothes as they tend to my arm.
"Get out." I tried to force a sound to chase the bastard out. I don't trust him. Who knows when he's gonna get a knife and have me relieved of my arm.
"His wound got inflamed. How did that even happen?" The voice continued.
"As for you, aren't you afraid to die? You said you're worried about your younger brother, but you don't even know how to handle your temper." Then something warm touches my head making me flinch.
"Get out!"
"Don't talk too much, keep your mouth shut for something else." His handsome face lifted a smile. I didn't get a clear picture of his features, but that is what I saw.
"What are you doing?" I asked with my eyes half-closed.
"Do you want to know?"
A face then flashed in front of me. After a while, I felt that my wound was being dressed again and my clothes were getting changed. I didn't get to know what happened next because I was already passed out again.
"How about giving you a nightmare?"
I felt a warm and moist thing touch my forehead before I drifted to darkness.
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I opened my eyes and woke up to find Pete sitting on the edge of the bed while typing on his phone. He must have sensed that I already woke up and turned to me.
"You slept quite well."
I leaned on my elbows and found that my head was resting on a pillow, and I was covered with a blanket.
"Hey."
I let out a hoarse voice. But Pete was quite busy with what he was doing and not paying attention to what I was saying.
"Thank you." I managed to speak in a low tone. Pete then faced my direction, dropped his phone and pointed at the mini table beside me.
"Eat some porridge so you'll be able to drink your meds and sleep."
"You can go now, Pete. I can take care of myself."
"Hey. I'm here because I'm your friend. And also, in case you get a fever again at least there'll be someone to help you up."
I was surprised to see how kind Pete is to me. If it weren't for him and Arm, I wouldn't be able to survive in this house alone.
"I'm fine Pete. The medicine is already taking effect on me." I told him while looking at my newly bandaged arm. It's still painful, but at least not like before.
"Thank you." I told Pete again and the bastard raised his brow in confusion. I looked at my arm and then Pete immediately got what I wanted to say.
"Ohh." Pete said, making a suspicious face.
I then wondered if what happened earlier was a dream or not. I saw Kinn panic, ordering people around to help me and even placed a small kiss on my forehead. I don't quite remember everything, if it happened or if it was just my imagination. I also heard loud quarrels in the background as if I was still being hunted by Kinn's underlings.
I pushed myself up and lifted the glass of water beside me. I let it drip down my throat to relieve its dryness and made my way to the porridge.
I was lost with the thoughts of Kinn inside my head. I just can't accept the fact that he even lingers on my dreams like a subconscious memory. The scene where he started on the shooting range also added to my thoughts.
What the hell is he thinking? Asking for something like that in front of his bodyguards. Is he really gay? Or is he just faking it to piss me off? Should I just ask Pete for answers?
"Pete?"
Pete raised his head to look at me.
"Next time, can you go with me to the shooting range?" I said while I chewed on the porridge.
"You aren't even the slightest bit scared, are you? Yep. I can come with you." He said while laughing as he bent down, pressing on the game on his phone.
"Then, wanna compete with me? Shooting per set, and whoever got a low score loses." I said to him. He replied something inaudible to me because he's way too busy playing. I then hesitantly added. "But the loser must take off one piece of clothing every time."
At the end of my sentence, Pete suddenly looked at me as if I declared his death sentence. I wanted to see his reaction.
"What's up with you?" He asked me.
"Hmm. What do you think about that?" I asked him in a quiet voice. He then looked alarmed.
"Are you crazy? Do you want to see my body that bad?" Pete said, raising his hand in front of his body.
"Don't you guys usually do this?" I asked him in pique. I thought this might be a normal thing for people here. Show off their bodies just to embarrass their friends for fun.
"No one plays it like that, Porsche." Pete said before pausing and narrowing his eyes to give me a look,
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"Who asked you to play like that?"
"No one! I just asked." I immediately took my question back.
"Hey. Who wants to see your fit and firm body huh?" Pete raised a finger and pointed it to my face. I turned my face away from him and quickly continued eating the bowl of porridge.
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"I'm done eating. You can leave now Pete." I said with urgency.
"Who is it, huh? That person might like you so much that he has to go through those lengths." Pete continued teasing me while making his way toward me.
"Shit Pete! Get out!" I immediately pushed him and fixed my posture preparing him to sleep.
"Nope. I'll be sleeping here with you. I'll just prepare an extra futon and pillow."
He pointed toward a chair and I saw a full set of blankets and pillows.
"You don't have to."
"Do you have a class tomorrow?" He replied, not paying much attention to what I said. He only continued fixing his bed lay on it and took a blanket to cover himself up.
"I do."
"You can attend, right?"
"What are you worrying so much about Pete? I told you, I'm fine." I said, frustrated. I'm way stronger than you think I am. Also, the bullet didn't even hit my arm directly.
"Can I go with you?"
"Why?" I asked.
"Hmm. I just want to see what university life is like. Tomorrow I'll take the day off and come with you to watch some college girls. Sounds good?" He stood up and clung his chin to the bedside. Asking for my permission.
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"Haven't you studied at a university before?" I asked because I thought he was the same age as me. He should still be studying now.
"I haven't been able to. I ended up being a professional boxer and started working here, and it definitely opened my eyes." He added.
It appears to me that he hasn't met someone his age. I also predicted that he was a year or so older than me so I just agreed to what he asked.
After our little talk, I took my medicine, Pete turned off the lights and laid back down to get some rest. Today I'll be staying here because when I looked at the clock on the wall, it was already midnight. I just sent a Line message to my brother saying that I can't be home tonight. Since I started working here, I haven't been able to see my brother properly. During the day he has to be at school and at night I have work. I even got drunk sometimes and slept here. Or maybe in Kinn's room.
I'm really confused about what is happening between us. But there is one thing I'm dying to know.
Is Kinn gay?
5
PORSCHE
I woke up and turned with difficulty. Immediately feel the pain rushing through my head as I slowly open my heavy eyes. That bastard Kinn! How much did he drink last night? Did he even get drunk? He didn't even bulge on his seat for fuck sake! And as for me. I don't even wanna think about it.
Leaning both my arms against the bed, I slowly raised myself. My headache continued as if it was being pressed by hard rock. I removed the blanket that's covering me.
Wait, blanket? A thick black blanket? a King-sized bed, and also a wide room.
I scanned the whole room, recollecting the thoughts of last night. I was in Jade's shop drinking and got home after we partied. When we reached the house, I hurriedly helped Pete and took Kinn inside his room. I wiped him up and–
Fuck! Don't tell me I'm in that bastard's room again?!
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I glanced around the room but I couldn't see any signs of Kinn. I roamed my eyes further until it collided with a family picture. It was Khun Korn together with his sons. I couldn't believe my eyes, why the fuck am I here again!?
My headache suddenly disappeared when I realized what happened as a new set of flashbacks came in. I remembered last night that I felt good, so good as if I'm on cloud nine. My breath was warm and my lips were so moist as the person in front of me made his way to them. I was about to drown with pleasure but then I realized, it was Kinn!
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I was kissed by Kinn!
Even if I was drunk, I remembered everything that happened in this room. And I remembered him on top of me. I made my way out of the bed, but a pungent scent caught my attention. I looked down at the side of the floor and immediately pulled up my feet.
There's a puke smothered all over the floor and what's worse, I knew right away that it was mine. After I vomited last night, I had a blackout. But the point is, Kinn kissed me. Why on earth did he do that!? What the hell is he thinking? or maybe he was just messing up with me that's why he did what he did? That must be it.
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I walked to the other side of the bed and looked at the clock on the wall. It was already nine o'clock, I still have an hour left before that little ding dong call for me. This scene reminds me of the day I slept on the sofa. Same moment and the same feeling.
I stood up placing my palms on my waist when suddenly the glass door opened. I immediately crouched down as the sound of the door caught my ear. It revealed Kinn holding his phone, wrapped with the couch cover and turned his gaze towards me. His face was calm as ever, not even a trace of anger on them. He only looked at me raising an eyebrow and I stared back at him.
"Why didn't you wake me up? Where did you sleep?" I asked calmly. I felt a pang of sudden guilt when I realized that he slept on the sofa while my ass stayed comfortably on his bed.
"Wipe your puke before you go." He replied. His eyes are glued to his phone again.
"Of course! You don't have to tell me." I murmured to myself and walked back to the room.
I grabbed some tissues and crouched down to wipe my mess. A sudden rush of disgust washed over me as the mixture of alcohol and the scent of vomit hit my face. I'm just so glad that I didn't remove my clothes like the last time because if I did, I don't know if I'll be able to face Kinn again.
I took a damp cloth and gave the floor a second wipe to remove any residue. After wiping the floor, I removed the sheets of Kinn's bed and dragged them out to wash them, but Kinn stopped me.
"You can leave them. The house lady will come and pick them up later." Kinn said, leaning against the door frame while his arms rested along his chest.
I immediately dropped the pile of dirty laundry in front of him.
"Can you at least put them on the side?" He said with a smirk playing on his lips.
"Why? I'll just leave them here, for her to see." I said as I left the pile on the way to the door.
A lot of questions keep on playing in my head and I wanted to ask him about it but I'm afraid that I would get even more confused if he answered anything with a tease.
"Wait." Kinn said, blocking my way with his hand.
I don't know what to say to you Kinn, please do not now.
"What is it?" I asked in a soft tone.
"What did you do last night?"
Fuck! I'm still processing my thoughts and he's already asking me about it. I'm screwed right now!
"W-what did I do?" I asked, trying to look at him as if I don't know what he is talking about. But I just couldn't because the moment our eyes met, I immediately turned away. I can't look him in the eye!
"Last night when you lifted me."
I can feel another headache coming, as I tried to reminisce about the events of last night. "O-okay. What did I do?"
"It still hurts."
Shit! Can you be more specific, Kinn? My heart is already throbbing with fear.
First I slept on your bed and I even puked on the floor. Now, this!? Did I do something to him? Spare me!
"W-what the hell did I do?" I repeatedly asked.
"Last night, when you took me out from the table. You mishandled me and even let me hit this!"
He suddenly grabbed my hand and placed them over his abdomen. I could feel his warmth through the silk clothes, and it sent me shivers, leaving me frozen at the moment. When I realized his gesture, my eyes went wide, and immediately snatched my hand away.
"What the hell are you doing!?" I said in confusion and pushed his hand away.
I then made my way out as soon as possible. I heard Kinn's laugh as I walked out but was too afraid to give a damn about it and continued sprinting away.
Damn you, Kinn! What the hell are you doing!? Why the fuck are you doing this to me!? Why are you confusing me? When I reached outside, I slammed the door shut, startling the bodyguards. Big then gave me a look, but I couldn't care less because I already have too much for today.
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"Wait!" My arm was forcefully pulled again.
"Let me go!" I quickly flicked his arm and turned to give him an annoyed look.
"What did you do there?" The lad pulling my arm asked me with urgency. And it was Big.
"None of your business." I replied in annoyance.
"You bastard! I'm asking you properly!" He snapped at me.
"I said, It's none of your fucking business."
I was about to walk again, but the bastard kept on yanking my arms. I just kept my eyes low, suppressing my anger. Because if I met him, I would really hit him hard.
"Answer my question! And what the fuck happened to your neck!?" He said but instead of getting angry, I was left in shock.
I immediately took a hold of my neck and to my surprise the plaster that I put there was gone.
"If you have so much time bothering me, why don't you use it for something worthwhile?" I said in a tired voice.
The memories of last night and the new marks on my neck only depicts that the scene I remembered happened.
"Porsche! If you answer me that way again, I'll fucking beat you up!" He aims a fist at me. I was never afraid of this guy and if he wants a fight, I will gladly give it to him.
"Did the dog greet you early?" A voice came and wrapped his arms around my neck. Pol.
"What are you guys doing here?" I said in awe, but another man came.
"The dog probably didn't take his medicine. That's why he's wild." It was Arm, standing beside me.
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"Hey! You two wanted a piece of me!?" Big said to both of them. His face was red as hell.
"Come on! We know who's the one afraid here, Phi. We just don't want to waste our morning for something like this." Pol said, still holding my neck, and dragged me outside the scene.
I glanced back at Big's direction, expecting him to come after us, but he was immediately cut off by his subordinates. He can only let out a frustrated shout as we make our way down. As for me, the two bastards dragged me down to the cafeteria and I caught a glance of Pete. In his casual clothes again. It must be his day off.
"Brother Big is starting a fight this early and you even let him do so. Are you crazy?" Said Arm. Placing a bowl of food and rice in front of me.
"Thanks." I said before removing the vegetables from my bowl and throwing them on the side.
"But I thought you went into your room, Porsche. Why did you come out of Khun Kinn's room?" Pol turned to ask me.
Fuck! I thought I'm already done with this conversation with Big. But these two are far worse than I thought. Most especially Pete, who won't stop grinning on the side.
"Fuck Pete! You left me alone with Kinn last night!" I turned to accuse him.
"Why me? I was drunk last night too. I don't know why you are blaming me." He replied in a suspicious tone.
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As if there was something he knew that I didn't.
"You fucking ass! How could you!" I continued yelling at Pete.
"Hey, hey, Porsche! How come you have more marks on your neck like last time? Didn't we agree that if you find a girl, you'll share it with me?" Arm said with full enthusiasm, making Pete laugh.
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"What's wrong with you Pete? Why are you laughing?" Arm turned to Pete.
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"Nothing. The rice was too hot."
I gave Pete a look, but the mother fucker only turned his glance away from me.
"Ohhh. I want to be born with a face like Porsche. You get drunk, and you'll immediately get laid." Pol fanned some more to the fire. I don't know how to react to this conversation anymore. The bastards then continued eating and when they were done, went straight to the shower and changed into uniform.
"Khun Tanakhun is about to leave, Porsche. You should wear your suit too." Arm said to me, and I nodded. Making my way to the bathroom and glancing at the mirror.
Fuck! They're new marks! Why did he do that? Is he gay?
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But he looked like a womanizer. Tough features and body. Women probably lined up just to get a piece of him. But last night, I really did feel good. But if it wasn't Kinn, I'd probably enjoy it more. Or maybe I can– I don't know anymore!
I just let out a deep sigh and continued my business in the shower. After I took a bath, I put on my uniform and headed to Khun Tanakhun's room. Immediately upon entering the room, I saw him. Still on his bed, must be because we're too hard on him last night. I'm just glad that Arm and Pol told me that the shooting practice will be at noon. Because I wouldn't be able to come if it's in the morning.
Khun Korn wanted us to practice shooting, for self-defense purposes. As for today's shift, my subordinates and I drag Khun's jelly-like body inside the bathroom. And checking on him from time to time, making sure that he doesn't fall asleep while taking a shower.
The day shift wasn't so bad at all, but Khun still wanted to go at night. I'm fine with it as long as I'll still be able to go home to my brother.
I was on the way assisting Khun to get inside his car when I bumped into Khun Korn.
"Practice well, Porsche. Get the targets so you'll be able to be a good gunman too." He said to me with a smile, and I nodded.
He then looked at his son, but the bastard was already asleep in the back seat. As for me, I'm barely hanging by myself. It's like I'm taking care of my own son. And it's so bothersome. I was about to sit inside the car when Kinn suddenly came out of the house together with his bodyguards.
"Please look after Tanakhun's brother too." Khun Korn said, and I realized that Kinn will be coming with us too. He then went in on the other van behind ours.
I got in the car not paying much attention to Kinn but with this arrogant state, he swayed his neck back and forth as if his body was still numb from too much drinking last night. Weren't you even the slightest ashamed in front of your bodyguards!?
SHOOTING RANGE
"Khun, have some coffee." I said with a slight irritation in my voice. I don't know what to give him, but I couldn't take it anymore seeing him in this state.
"Tonight we'll go again." He said in a low tone. His eyes dropped.
"But Khun you haven't even recovered yet." I replied in a smooth voice. He ignored me for a moment and didn't reply right away.
"I said we'll be going tonight." He answered rather stiffly with wide eyes.
"Then get up and practice shooting too." I said and looked at the glass mirror covering. My eye roams around and lingers on Kinn with his other men shooting in a rather sloppy manner. I wanted to practice too, but I can't leave this bastard alone.
"I don't want to. It's too loud." Khun said and continued pouncing on the table.
"Then please behave for tonight. You probably can't go too because of your current state." I said with my arms crossed.
"Are you saying that I'm weak?" He raised his head to me with anger forming in his eyes.
"I'm not Khun. But if you're acting like this, how will you be able to go tonight?" I said with a straight face.
He mumbled a protest, stood up from his chair and made his way to the field. He then casually grabbed some headphones and placed them on his ears. I sighed in relief. Then Arm went over and yanked me by the neck.
"Wow, way to go in controlling the stubborn master." Arm teased before poking my back and putting his headphones on.
I then put mine and followed him along with Khun in front of us. The shooting range is now exclusive to us. Arm said that it was also one of the mini businesses of this family-owned On the regular days this range is always packed with people, but when an occasion like this comes, they immediately close it for family use. If it was mine, I'd probably enjoy my time here.
"You go with Khun. That person never hits the target." Arm said as he walked up to his station.
Skillfully preparing his gun and shadow practicing. I walked beside Khun and I saw him trying his best to remove the mag, but failed. I tried to teach him what he should do but the bastard probably forgot that he was wearing headphones.
How the fuck will you be able to hear me? I sighed.
My eye then darted to the other side of the station. And there was Kinn, looking at me with a slight grin on his face. I immediately looked away because I fear I might think of crazy things again. I focused on Khun Tanakhun, who is currently holding his gun. The lad pointed it at the human-like target and narrowed his eyes. He then inserted his fingers into the trigger and immediately fired.
I sighed hard because he didn't even manage to hit the outside part of the target. I raised his arm for a second try but this time I'm already guiding him up. I held his hand and pointed the gun at the target. The bastard was so excited that he missed the target again because of his bad posture.
I gave him a look and he stared at me in apology. We repeated the action and maybe the bastard wanted to end this quicker, so he just agreed and we managed to land a shot. Khun Tanakhun kept a good score because I'm the one properly holding the gun.
After we finished the whole mag, he then immediately put the gun down and rushed back to the other side of the range, removed his headphones and slumped back to his seat.
I was about to turn back to the range when I saw Kinn, leaning against the side of the glass barrier and looking at me. The memory of the morning scene suddenly rushed back into my head and I scowled at him. He gestured to me to remove my headphones, but I just ignored him and made my way out. He then grabbed my arms and mouthed something to me.
"Are you testing me?" He said slowly as I read through his mouth. I immediately flipped his arm away from me and was about to walk again when suddenly I felt a cold steel against my head.
It was Kinn, pointing a gun to my temples. I was a little startled knowing that it is a real gun, and it could kill people. I looked at him in shock. My body went stiff as I watched every move that he does.
"Scared?" He asked with a smirk on his face. My mind then snapped in annoyance and I stepped forward towards Kinn, letting the gun touch the skin of my forehead. Kinn gaped at me in amazement and a wide grin formed on his face.
"I'm not afraid of you." I said straight on his face.
If you're planning to mess with someone like me, you have to do better than this Kinn.
My courage was the only thing that I have left.
"I know." The bastard said smugly then put down the gun. He stepped closer to me and removed the headphones from my ear.
"What's wrong with you!?" I said in anger and immediately noticed that everyone was watching Kinn's little play.
Arm, who probably was going in my direction was held by Big, and his subordinates, let out a sigh of relief when he realized that Kinn was only playing. Kinn looked at them and the bastards immediately dispersed.
"You're pretty good." Kinn said to me. Probably saw me teaching Khun Thankhun a while ago.
"And what is it with you?" I replied in irritation.
"Let's go for a round or are you scared?" He said, raising his eyebrow slightly. This bastard is clearly mocking me.
"What makes you think that I'm scared?" I replied in confidence.
If you lose, don't come running back to your father with your tail between your legs.
"But there is a catch." Kinn smiled wickedly.
"What?"
"We go for a couple of rounds and the one who scores less will take off a piece of clothing." Kinn said with a solemn expression like before. His statement made me want to punch a hole in his face.
"Are you crazy!? I don't want to!" I said in disgust. I turned my head to catch Big and his subordinates, giving me a look.
"Khun Kinn, you don't have to do this if you don't want to." Said one of his subordinates.
"I'm fine. I can take care of myself." Kinn replied. The bastard Kinn looked at me with scrutiny in his green orbs, still hoping that I would jump up to his façade.
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"I won't play with you bastard! If you badly want to do it, do it yourself!"
After saying that, I went back to my station and held a gun. I fearlessly shot the target in front of me as if it was Kinn's face. Why does he have to get into my nerves every time?
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"Are you alright?" Arm walked up to me and lit a cigarette in his mouth. Now we're on the side of the building with the sign: SMOKING AREA.
Some of the bodyguards also came, the others were playing games, and some were just resting. As for Kinn, he went into the VIP lounge, probably taking a rest too.
"I'm fine," I replied.
In my head there are a hundred questions. The whole thing about last night, and what happened on the day after. I wanted to ask Arm about it, but I'm afraid he'll misunderstand me.
"You managed to make Khun Kinn angry again. You really are amazingly stupid sometimes, Porsche." Arm said playfully.
But my mind was drifting off to something else. I really wanted to know. I saw the other bodyguards already left the area and went back to the room, leaving me and Arm.
"Arm." I said and hurriedly reached for Arm's crotch. The bastard was startled, looked at my face and when he realized what I'd done, he immediately brushed away my hand.
"What the fuck are you doing!?" He asked in shock.
"How do you feel?" I asked him.
"Huh? What are you?! Why are you asking me? Are you still drunk?" When Arm heard what I said his expression changed and chuckled lightly instead.
"No. Why? What are you thinking just now?" I asked when he frowned.
"Are you gay?"
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It was my turn to frown at what he said. Did he have a clue about what I am going to ask him? I was lost with my thoughts when he added,
"But if you were one, your taste should be cute who dressed like a woman too, am I right? Or are you just messing with me?"
That's what I wanted to know, Arm. Is your boss gay or he's just messing up with me?
"Really now. Don't men usually play like this?" I dropped my cigarette butt on the bucket and looked at him.
"Do you play with your friends like this, you bastard?" Arm said and laughed.
"Oh..."
That's fucking true! I did play something like that with Tem before but never played with Jom, it just feels weird.
"What's up with you today, Porsche? Do you like me? Probably because I'm hot." Arm asked as I shooed him away.
"What the fuck are you saying? Shut up and leave me alone." I tapped his shoulder and pushed him away to dodge the teasing.
"This is not a playground. Save your craziness to your rooms later." Big said behind us, exchanging looks between me and Arm. Arm then grabbed me by my neck and retaliated in irritation.
"Who said that this is a playground? This is a public park and I even heard that someone brought their dogs in." Arm's eyes looked at Big and sneered. Big then stood and started to charge towards us.
"Who are you calling a dog? Huh!?" We only stared at him in mock.
"Whoever howls, that person is definitely the dog." Arm said, placing his hands casually inside his pocket and whistling in front of Big.
"You fucking bastard!"
Before both of them threw a fist at each other's faces, the sound of the opening door caught our attention.
"Are you trying to bite each other's heads off again?" said the voice. Armlet out a laugh and Big immediately stood up properly. "Let me join you." He added.
"Sure." I replied to the voice, causing Big to turn in a tiny direction.
The bastard won't stop glaring but is afraid of his master. He then made his way out of the room and headed for the parking lot, Kinn then followed after him. I guess it's time to go home.
The latter threw a side glance at me, making sure that I was following behind, before completely turning away. He was about to go in the van when suddenly a loud bang was heard. Everyone including Kinn crouched down
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Two gunshots echoed through the pavement. And after that, everything went silent. The bodyguards immediately run towards Kinn's direction to protect him and hurriedly assist him into the car.
I saw a bunch of enemies in black overalls with a black masks over their heads. They were going after the van, but after realizing something, immediately disappeared through thin air.
"They have guns. Go look for Khun Tanakhun!" Kinn yelled at me and I turned right away.
I rushed over to look for him when I saw the men i9n black making their way to Khun's location. I hurriedly made my way through the crowd and kicked the bastards before they reached Khun Korn's good-for-nothing firstborn.
When Khun came into view, I saw his wrists tied up, and was being forced to ride the van with the enemy having a gun at our driver's head, but he was too stubborn, so they are failing miserably. I know I can save Khun in time, so I looked over tinKinn's direction just to be sure he's fine. Khun Korn asked me to take care of them both anyway but to my annoyance, I saw the same scene.
Now what? Who am I going to save first? His weakling bodyguards are all scurrying down the ground including the motherfucking Big.
"Let me go!"
I heard a loud shout coming from Khun Tanakhun and was followed by some curses. I hurriedly run towards him kicking everyone who blocked my way.
I landed a punch and even sent someone flying on the floor. I used my feet, elbows and every part of my body as what I learned from my previous training. They weren't as bad as I thought. In fact, someone even managed to punch me in the face.
Right now, the parking lot is in complete chaos. A bunch of people scrambling all over the place, both from our side and the enemies. But despite the outlash, my eyes collided with the bastard who drew his gun and aimed at Khun Tanakhun. I immediately pushed Tanakhun inside the car, drew my gun, and quickly removed its mag. I then threw the mag on the bastard's face who kept yanking the car door keeping it from closing. After he was thrown to the ground, I hurriedly shut the door and knocked on the driver's seat where Pol was already sitting, gesturing to them to go.
The exchange of gunshots continued along with the stinky scent of arsenic lingering in the air all over the place. A group of men tried to stop Khun Tanakhun's car but I, together with Arm, managed to stop them. I then turned to Kinn's direction and saw that his car hadn't left yet.
I grabbed my gun, put in a new magazine, and continued shooting at the scumbags. Some people were run over by the van and some fought back fists to fist. I saw Kinn grab his gun and open his door as a cover.
"What are you doing? Go now!" I asked him while I continued shooting at the enemies.
"I'm not a coward like you." He snapped as he positioned himself to get a better angle. Bullets were raining on us and missed my foot by just a few inches.
Realizations hit me that this job really is terrifying. You can either get hit, stabbed, or even shot to death without any precautions. I am not even wearing a bulletproof vest right now.
My attention was caught by someone who tried to attack Kinn from behind, grabbing the guy's head and hitting him hard on the throat with the tip of the barrel.
"Get in your fucking car. And stop being a burden!" I said angrily to him as I continued exchanging fists and bullets.
"I can take care of myself." He shouts back bragging at me.
"Fucking good for nothing mouth!" I replied angrily.
Bastard! I'm fucking tired and if you stay here these assholes won't stop coming from every direction.
"Wanna know what I'm good at?" He said to me with a playful tone while dodging someone's punch and shoving them on the car's door.
"Good my ass!" I said and punched my opponent in full force. I let out my frustrations on those people who thought that they were Kinn. The memory of what happened last night isn't helping at all, it only added to the fire I am feeling inside.
I scanned the area and saw that people were still exchanging fires but there were more men from the other side. A guy then made a way through the nearby van and was about to shoot Kinn but I immediately dragged Kinn down.
That's it. I've had enough of this bullshit!
Fearlessly, I made my way out of my hiding place and shot everyone who dared to attack us. Each bullet was precise on its target. I kept on firing even if I started to feel the exhaustion tolling in my body, not minding the bullets that kept on coming my way. All I wanted to do now is get Kinn away from here.
"Porsche! Porsche stop!" Kinn shouted from behind.
"Shut up!" I replied in anger and continued shooting.
Like a protagonist in a movie, everything seems to slow down, even the bullets that I fire. I can feel my anger rushing to my head as I continue pulling the trigger. One by one enemies began to lessen. But suddenly I felt a warm sensation on my arm making me lightheaded. I staggered and my gun fell on the pavement.
"Shit!"I was hit on my arm.
Three more gunshots rang and Kinn hurriedly ran towards me. His fierce eyes greeted me.
"What the hell are you doing!?" His loud voice echoed through the surroundings as the armed men ran off from the upcoming number of bodyguards who were with Kinn.
"Are you crazy!? Going on them alone like that. Do you think you can take them by yourself!?" He continued shouting at my face.
I told you, I'm not afraid to die. I just wanted this thing to finish sooner. I wanted to say but my mouth was kept shut by the searing pain in my arm.
"Khun Kinn are you alright?" Big came beside Kinn checking on him. But Kinn flicked off Big's hand and turned back in my direction.
"What the hell do you think you're doing?" Kinn asked once again, but this time a softer tone of his voice came out.
He was about to lift me, but I immediately stood by myself while holding on to my right arm. The pain slowly turned into a numbing sensation as blood oozed out from my wound.
I didn't mind the pain, I'm just glad that they didn't hit my tattoo. Because if that had happened, I would've killed all of them in a blink.
"I'm fine." I said with a straight face, still feeling my blood dripping to my wrist and hand.
"Take the car to the hospital!" Kinn commanded. I just sighed and followed him into his van.
The way to the hospital was completely silent as we both sat peacefully. When we reached our destination, Kinn left me and the rest of the injured men to receive treatment at the hospital and said that someone will pick us up later.
I looked around and I saw men in different states. Some were completely bruised all over their body and some were just slightly wounded, like me. The doctor advised that I could go home after a few stitches and just left me with some anti-inflammatory medicines since my wound wasn't fatal, but if my arm got infected, I must come back to them.
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"Hey, I heard that you were stubborn?" As soon as our feet touched the floor of the great hall, I was greeted by Khun Korn. Taking a good look at my bandaged right arm.
"He's completely out of his mind Pa," said Kinn, who was sitting on the couch with his legs crossed.
"I said I'm fine." I replied to him.
"Really now?"Kinn said with irritation.
"Come on. None of our people are in a good state. But my concern is that they are using guns now." Khun Korn said in slight awe. Makes me think that the enemies weren't using brute force before.
"Before they only used them as a threat, but today some of our men have shot their people." Big replied and looked at me as if I'd done something wrong.
Why does this conversation sound as if we shouldn't have fought back and fired at them?
"Someone actually died tonight, and some were badly hit. I don't know what to do with them anymore." Khun Korn said while rubbing his temples.
His statement only made me realize that what happened before was just an act of scaring, but they did not intend to kill anyone.
"But this time our side did it, Khun. They'll definitely come for revenge." Big added.
"Huh? How do you know that? They shot us first and-" my statement was cut, and the hall was filled with silence. Khun Korn then spoke.
"Usually, the people we encounter don't use guns or they just use them to scare us off. But this time it's different. I don't think we're dealing with the same enemy anymore." He sounded concerned and threatened.
"Anyway, we must always be prepared. Everyone that got badly harmed this time, take some time to rest. Including you, Porsche, please refrain from doing anything crazy."
Khun Korn turned to look at me. He wasn't angry, it's more like he was concerned and worried.
"Khap." I said before walking out of the main hall.
I went to my room and took a rest. I think about the things that Khun Korn said a while ago. But I just don't know why Big reacted that way. Why do they play like this, only bark without biting? What's the catch? What are they so afraid of losing despite their power?
"I heard you were so cool out there. Are you trying to get a monument for yourself?" Pete laughed and walked into the room. I must have forgotten to lock the door because I don't usually do it in my own house.
"Shut up." I turned to him while he dragged a wooden chair and sat next to me.
"Still the same fowl mouth. You must be okay then." Pete said with a smile.
"You usually don't shoot people?" I asked Pete in a soft voice.
"There have been a few times, but only to scare people away. And it's been 4 months already since they last did such a stunt." Pete said, leaning on the backrest in a relaxed manner.
"So, you usually just fight with your fists?" I asked him and frowned slightly. Is this a child's play?
I then recalled what Brother Chan said to me. Only use my gun when it's absolutely necessary. I also thought that I wouldn't need to use it, but I was in a tight situation this time.
"Yeah. We sometimes kidnap them and torture them for answers. But that usually applies only to the debtors. We rarely kill anyone."
"Why?"
"Khun Korn once said that he doesn't want his hands getting dirty anymore. So, if it's not necessary, he doesn't want a bloodbath." Pete added.
"How is your husband?" The voice from the outside interrupted our conversation. It was Arm.
"Gonna fuck you up good if you don't shut up." I growled as the bastard made his way to my side. He then took a seat and gave my wounded arm a look.
"You really are crazy, you know?" Arm said.
I didn't pay much attention to him and turned back to Pete.
"What are you about to say just now?" I asked Pete.
"Hey, don't worry too much about it. Just take your meds and rest. And in the evening, I'll clean your wound for you."
Pete threw the medicine bag beside me. I can feel the pain in my arm getting a bit worse than before as the anesthesia slowly loses its effect, so I followed what he said, lowering myself into the bed.
"I'll sleep for a while then go home. We don't have any errands for tonight, do we?" I asked Arm because after this I'll leave at midnight to go home and check on my brother.
"Can you even drive with the state of your arm? Just sleep here Porsche." Said Pete.
Looked at my empty mattress. I don't even have pillows or bed sheets, how am I supposed to sleep here? Well, that's not even an option.
"I need to go home to my brother." I whispered. The drug is starting to take effect, making me a bit drowsy.
"Then at least let me drive you home." Pete insisted.
I didn't hear much of what he had to say and didn't even know when Arm left the room. All I know is that I'm just exhausted, and I want to rest.
I groaned as I felt a damp sensation on my right arm. As if it was being unwrapped like before.
"Behave now and just take a rest." A subtle voice said. I narrowed my eyes to see who the person was.
"Just do it." Another person said but with a bit of exasperation in his voice. And when I turned to him, it was Kinn.
I wanted to get up but the people around me won't let me do so.
"Hey. Don't stand up, Porsche. Just lay down, this will be finished in a while."
Familiar faces flashed in my view. All in casual clothes as they tend to my arm.
"Get out." I tried to force a sound to chase the bastard out. I don't trust him. Who knows when he's gonna get a knife and have me relieved of my arm.
"His wound got inflamed. How did that even happen?" The voice continued.
"As for you, aren't you afraid to die? You said you're worried about your younger brother, but you don't even know how to handle your temper." Then something warm touches my head making me flinch.
"Get out!"
"Don't talk too much, keep your mouth shut for something else." His handsome face lifted a smile. I didn't get a clear picture of his features, but that is what I saw.
"What are you doing?" I asked with my eyes half-closed.
"Do you want to know?"
A face then flashed in front of me. After a while, I felt that my wound was being dressed again and my clothes were getting changed. I didn't get to know what happened next because I was already passed out again.
"How about giving you a nightmare?"
I felt a warm and moist thing touch my forehead before I drifted to darkness.
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I opened my eyes and woke up to find Pete sitting on the edge of the bed while typing on his phone. He must have sensed that I already woke up and turned to me.
"You slept quite well."
I leaned on my elbows and found that my head was resting on a pillow, and I was covered with a blanket.
"Hey."
I let out a hoarse voice. But Pete was quite busy with what he was doing and not paying attention to what I was saying.
"Thank you." I managed to speak in a low tone. Pete then faced my direction, dropped his phone and pointed at the mini table beside me.
"Eat some porridge so you'll be able to drink your meds and sleep."
"You can go now, Pete. I can take care of myself."
"Hey. I'm here because I'm your friend. And also, in case you get a fever again at least there'll be someone to help you up."
I was surprised to see how kind Pete is to me. If it weren't for him and Arm, I wouldn't be able to survive in this house alone.
"I'm fine Pete. The medicine is already taking effect on me." I told him while looking at my newly bandaged arm. It's still painful, but at least not like before.
"Thank you." I told Pete again and the bastard raised his brow in confusion. I looked at my arm and then Pete immediately got what I wanted to say.
"Ohh." Pete said, making a suspicious face.
I then wondered if what happened earlier was a dream or not. I saw Kinn panic, ordering people around to help me and even placed a small kiss on my forehead. I don't quite remember everything, if it happened or if it was just my imagination. I also heard loud quarrels in the background as if I was still being hunted by Kinn's underlings.
I pushed myself up and lifted the glass of water beside me. I let it drip down my throat to relieve its dryness and made my way to the porridge.
I was lost with the thoughts of Kinn inside my head. I just can't accept the fact that he even lingers on my dreams like a subconscious memory. The scene where he started on the shooting range also added to my thoughts.
What the hell is he thinking? Asking for something like that in front of his bodyguards. Is he really gay? Or is he just faking it to piss me off? Should I just ask Pete for answers?
"Pete?"
Pete raised his head to look at me.
"Next time, can you go with me to the shooting range?" I said while I chewed on the porridge.
"You aren't even the slightest bit scared, are you? Yep. I can come with you." He said while laughing as he bent down, pressing on the game on his phone.
"Then, wanna compete with me? Shooting per set, and whoever got a low score loses." I said to him. He replied something inaudible to me because he's way too busy playing. I then hesitantly added. "But the loser must take off one piece of clothing every time."
At the end of my sentence, Pete suddenly looked at me as if I declared his death sentence. I wanted to see his reaction.
"What's up with you?" He asked me.
"Hmm. What do you think about that?" I asked him in a quiet voice. He then looked alarmed.
"Are you crazy? Do you want to see my body that bad?" Pete said, raising his hand in front of his body.
"Don't you guys usually do this?" I asked him in pique. I thought this might be a normal thing for people here. Show off their bodies just to embarrass their friends for fun.
"No one plays it like that, Porsche." Pete said before pausing and narrowing his eyes to give me a look,
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"Who asked you to play like that?"
"No one! I just asked." I immediately took my question back.
"Hey. Who wants to see your fit and firm body huh?" Pete raised a finger and pointed it to my face. I turned my face away from him and quickly continued eating the bowl of porridge.
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"I'm done eating. You can leave now Pete." I said with urgency.
"Who is it, huh? That person might like you so much that he has to go through those lengths." Pete continued teasing me while making his way toward me.
"Shit Pete! Get out!" I immediately pushed him and fixed my posture preparing him to sleep.
"Nope. I'll be sleeping here with you. I'll just prepare an extra futon and pillow."
He pointed toward a chair and I saw a full set of blankets and pillows.
"You don't have to."
"Do you have a class tomorrow?" He replied, not paying much attention to what I said. He only continued fixing his bed lay on it and took a blanket to cover himself up.
"I do."
"You can attend, right?"
"What are you worrying so much about Pete? I told you, I'm fine." I said, frustrated. I'm way stronger than you think I am. Also, the bullet didn't even hit my arm directly.
"Can I go with you?"
"Why?" I asked.
"Hmm. I just want to see what university life is like. Tomorrow I'll take the day off and come with you to watch some college girls. Sounds good?" He stood up and clung his chin to the bedside. Asking for my permission.
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"Haven't you studied at a university before?" I asked because I thought he was the same age as me. He should still be studying now.
"I haven't been able to. I ended up being a professional boxer and started working here, and it definitely opened my eyes." He added.
It appears to me that he hasn't met someone his age. I also predicted that he was a year or so older than me so I just agreed to what he asked.
After our little talk, I took my medicine, Pete turned off the lights and laid back down to get some rest. Today I'll be staying here because when I looked at the clock on the wall, it was already midnight. I just sent a Line message to my brother saying that I can't be home tonight. Since I started working here, I haven't been able to see my brother properly. During the day he has to be at school and at night I have work. I even got drunk sometimes and slept here. Or maybe in Kinn's room.
I'm really confused about what is happening between us. But there is one thing I'm dying to know.
Is Kinn gay?
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