Episode 8

The door suddenly burst open.

Don't you know you're supposed to knock before entering? Dunk snapped.

Yeah, I don't know. Teach me, Chen replied sarcastically.

Hey, bro! We're Dunk's friends! Sirin and Kawin shouted from the other side of phone.

Hello! I'm Archen, Dunk's older brother, Chen said, introducing himself.

We know, both said.

So, he talks about me to you guys? Chen said, surprised.

Should we tell him the truth or lie? Sirin asked with a mischievous grin.

Truth's better, Kawin said.

He was actually cursing you, but blushing while doing it, Sirin laughed.

Shut up, Sirin! Dunk said, embarrassed.

Typical Dunk—an angry bird, Chen grinned.

Who’re you calling an angry bird? Dunk shouted.

Why you guys are chatting with him? Are you both my friends or his? Dunk asked.

Oh boy! You talk with your bro alone, we're hanging up, Sirin said.

Yeah, we’re outta here, Kawin said.

Bye, Dunk, Sirin added, before cutting the call.

Dunk stood there, unsure of what to do. He just stared at the floor.

Here, Mom asked me to give this to you, Chen said, handing Dunk a glass of milk.

Leave it there and go, Dunk grumbled.

You are so eager on throwing me out of my own house.

He flopped onto the bed. Do you know I have used all the things from this room?

I don’t care, Don't lie on my bed, you bastard, dunk said clearly annoyed.

What did you just call me? Chen said, his face serious. We don’t use that kind of language in our house.

Dunk looked surprised but shot him a glare.

My little brother has clearly never been taught to respect his elders, Chen said, his face serious again.

Who’s the elder here? Dunk retorted, not backing down.

Who do you think? Chen raised an eyebrow.

Don’t be cocky. You’re just my youngest half-brother, Dunk said confidently.

Who said I’m your youngest half-brother? Chen asked, confused.

Then what are you? Dunk demanded.

I’m your eldest step-brother! Chen said.

Wait, what? Dunk stared, shocked.

Don’t you know? Mom, Kanya, didn’t remarry for almost 10 years after your dad passed. Then, she married my dad, and a few years later, Saran was born. So, I’m your stepbrother, and Saran’s your half-brother.

Wait… so you’re really my eldest brother? Dunk said, still trying to wrap his head around it.

Yep. So from now on, you’re going to show me some respect, Chen said, smiling.

What if I don’t? Dunk challenged.

Then the brats who don't know about manners should be punished, Chen said, teasingly pinching Dunk’s ear.

Dunk pulled away, flustered.

Now, drink your milk. I need the glass back, Chen said.

Feeling awkward with Chen so close, Dunk gulped the milk quickly.

Good boy, Chen said, patting his head. Now, go to bed. He walked out, leaving Dunk to himself.

Dunk took a deep breath, relieved to have some space.

I always wanted a big brother, but not like him, Dunk thought, frustrated. He’s so annoying. I don't even know why I’m dealing with him.

Honestly, I miss Nirut more. Should I message him? No, I shouldn’t... he’d probably hate me more.

I just wish one day he’ll understand that everything I did with him was real. It wasn’t just an act. *Sighs*

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