chapitre N°4

08:27

<<< Is it morning already? >>> I yawned, mumbling, as I sat up. I rolled back and forth as if I were going to fall.

It's not too late, but it's still very early for someone as sleep-deprived as I am. Besides, the reason I don't get enough sleep is because of Phi Johan. We stayed on the phone until very late at night, so I ended up falling asleep on the table for a long time. It's really boring.

<< What a waste of time! >> Ter it's full scrubbing the workshop, now we're already at the canteen where we work. This stall opens at 9:00, but we have to come early and prepare it.

<<< It's still very early, I'm still sleepy. >>>>

<<< Why are you so sleepy? >> Phi Than, the stall owner who was cleaning his glasses, turned his head towards us to ask.

<< He spent the night on the phone with someone. Hmmm, he's upset. >>>, he said with an annoyed, undisguised expression on his face. Phi Than also looked surprised.

<<< Wow? A new acquaintance to talk to? I saw him last time, he's still looking for a job. >>>

<< No, Phi... >> I shook my head before sighing, <<< Not someone? >>

<<< Why are you pulling such a face? What can I do for you? If you need anything, I can give you advice. >> Phi Than put down his glasses and turned his full attention to me. Being worried has weakened me.

I can tell him anything. Really, it's not something I can hide. Phi Than is a third-year student at the same university as me. He came to help manage this stall instead of his sister, who was busy. We've known each other for a long time, ever since Ter and I applied for a job here. And I think he's someone I can trust.

So I briefly told Phi Than the facts, leaving out only a few small details that I thought were unnecessary.

Oh... Johan? I know him," Phi Than said, thinking.

"We're at the same university. I don't know, it's strange, but he's a famous person."

"He's boring, and suddenly I owe him."

<<< You must be having a hard time. >>>>

<< Yes, it's very difficult for me in the morning because he was... spoiled, ” I complained, thinking about what happened last night. What kind of madman doesn't realize how dictatorial he is?

He didn't let me sleep, but he didn't talk to me. I can't even make a loud voice, because whatever I say, he'll scold me. Really, I was scolded last night.

<<< If there's anything I can help with, please let me know, ” he declared. Phi Than.

<<< Save me, give me a raise, please. I'm really struggling because of money.>>>

I said, putting a pleading face in front of him.

<<< This probably won't be enough.>>>

"Oh, you said it yourself, if anyone you can help," I interrupted with an annoyed expression. Fidan smiled slightly, amused by my attitude.

"Who said you're in Money Run? Otherwise, why are you going drinking with your friends?" Phi Than asked.

"I won the lottery. If I didn't win the lottery, I wouldn't invite them. But now I'm starting to think about it. If only I had known it would be like this, I wouldn't have had to buy that ticket then." I said with a sigh.

If I didn't buy a ticket, I didn't win. If I didn't win the lottery, I wouldn't drink alcohol. And that way, I wouldn't be in summer, would I?

"So you don't have any savings?"

Haven't you been working part-time for a long time?

"I have a little," I admitted, "... But I want to keep it as a backup, in case there's an emergency at home." In my opinion, the reason I work, and I want to ease the burden on my family, is the main part. My father passed away. Right now, I have a mother and an aunt, although I don't lack anything. But if I can help ease the situation a little, that would be great.

"So I can give you some advice. My older brother's parents are opening a store. I see he also needs more staff." These words immediately made my eyes widen.

"Can you actually do it?

It's a bar and it closes a little late."

"That's fine." I replied without thinking. Then Ter stopped me first.

"Are you sure? Right now, You already have two jobs.

"That's fine. I don't work at Phi Ya's store every day," I said without thinking too much. "So, what day could I work? If I can manage it, then I'd be willing."

"Maybe it won't be every day. I'll ask about that later."

"Yeah... Thanks. Phi Than is indeed the best," I said happily.

"Of course," I declared. Phi Than looked at me affectionately before approaching, gently ruffling the hair on my head, "Well, luckily, you not only have your body, but you're also talented."

"Oh, my god, what's so disgusting about this body?" I said angrily.

..

..

Should I say hello to Phi Johan? I haven't opened your message since last night. Ah, I'll check the message now.

I forgot, I have to check my messages all the time. If I reply late, he'll be angry. If I reply to his message quickly, he won't be annoying. Otherwise, he'll give me a fine!

.

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02:40

Call ends: 3 hours 20 minutes

[Johan]: I told you not to fall asleep.

[Johan]: Get up and lie down on the bed.

03:15

[Johan]: * message, deleted

There were two messages left by Phi Johan last night. With other messages that were deleted, what did he delete? And why did he delete it? I'm really curious, but I'm mostly wondering if I might get told off again.

"Oh, you got a new phone." Phi Than said when he saw me pick up the new phone.

"Oh yeah."

"Wow, it's a new model. I'm even saving up money to buy it. Not to say you don't make a lot of money here."

"Someone bought it for him. Tell him, North," Ter joked while Still holding the mop in his hand. I turned to Ter in annoyance. Why are you joking?

"Are you serious? Did someone actually pay him?"

"I really don't know." I bit my lips. It's the same thing I've been thinking about since last night. I don't know what that man is thinking. He's just making fun of me, he told me to shut up, but he hasn't spoken to me either.

"They're a good crew. Even if you're a captain, don't throw it too far. Close," Ter said. I only understood those words when he said them to me. The words spoken by the captain have become popular among the women.

"North dares to board Phi Johan's ship," he said, before laughing softly at my confused expression.

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<> <> Repeat. Ter. I was very annoyed by Terre's response, even though it was meant to make fun of me.

He seemed to really enjoy the revenge. Well, it's fun to make fun of others, but when they make fun of us, it's not funny at all. T^

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"Yes, I've had some."

"And, do you think he's doing it to you right now?" Fidan said jokingly.

"No way..." I shook my head vigorously when I saw the person in front of me.

"That's good, look," Phi Than said, before taking out his phone, scrolling down to find something, and then showing it to me.

It's an Instagram story from someone named Jeer. Pang, which is a screenshot of a call. It's a call from someone with a message next to it saying they don't know why they've been contacted, but what I do know, That's really talking :(

After observing carefully...

The person who called Phi Jeer... It's Phi Johan, isn't it? Ah, I'm dead... Suddenly, I felt uneasy. But why...

"Jeer. Pang?" I repeated the IG name I saw.

Actually, his name is Jeer. Pang Diao, a third-year student majoring in government. This person seems to often make calls with Johan, but I don't know if they're dating or not. But I also saw Johan on Phi Jeer's Instagram Story. >>>

"..."

"With this person too." >>>

Phi Than swiped through different pages of her phone and showed it to me again. This time, it's a photo posted on Instagram.

It was a picture of food with the words: "There are good people who take care of us. But let's come back next time :) #myJ

"Huh?"

Still about Johan. This person is the one Johan talks to too, but... It seems... Is Johan also approaching this person?

"Wow, so much," I said involuntarily. And this person is very handsome. Oh, he's just deceiving them. According to him, if you're handsome and rich, you can talk to anyone? "Then isn't that a problem? Everyone knows that, right?" In my opinion, it's normal for him to talk to or approach many people as long as he isn't caught. But what is it? Do you see how this person posted and showed off like that?

"People who flirt openly die. Even I won't," declared Ter.

Ah, I don't care if he flirts with them or not; it has nothing to do with me. But using me as a dog sitter isn't right. I don't think anyone would call Phi Johan if Phi Jeer knew. Did he come and hit me in the head? I shouted.

"North, don't call him again," declared Phi Than with a disgusted expression on his face.

It would be nice if I could say no, I said with a sigh.

Soon, it's time to open the store. Because of the holidays, many people are bringing work in early to sit and work in the cafeteria. Phi Than is shifting to make drinks because Ter and I still don't know how to do it. When we do, it will be our responsibility.

Here, we only work on Saturdays and Sundays. Other than those days, this store already has other employees who only have classes on Saturdays and Sundays, so we can take turns. I just found out there are special classes that are only available on weekends.

As for Phi Than, he'll come help out for a few days.

<<< North... >>>

<< Yes, I answered the call from land while washing a glass.

<<< I support you. >>>

<<< support? >>

<<< We're in this together. I'll do it myself, trust me, Captain. >>>

<< What do you think? >>

<<< Well, after all, Phi Johan, a friend from Phi Hill. >>>

<< You mean, I became your friend's friend's boyfriend? >>

<< Well, why not. Other than that, I like it when you talk. The ship is funny. >>>

Are you crazy? He can only get angry and scold me! >>>

<< But no. Phi Johan doesn't talk like that.

<< He just scolded me. >> I said before sighing again at the child. What's wrong with him? Didn't he see that I was suffering from this situation? Wait... What did you hear? I remember wearing headphones last night. >>>

<< took >>>

<< I was shocked that you listened. "I scolded him angrily. Damn, you should see that boy laughing at me! "Wow, I was so surprised. Did you really listened? >> This man is really very good at spying. He was also secretly proud. But are these kinds of skills necessary?

<< I didn't listen, I heard it myself. >>

<<< How can that be? >>

<< Oh, I didn't hear you talking. But I always hear the same person complaining: <<< Why are you scolding me? >> Why do you hate me so much? Why can you be a doctor? Are you a dog? I'll let that person take the dog out of their mouth like that. >>>

<< Do I complain a lot? I didn't realize it at all. >>>>

<< Oh, so you don't want to listen to him?>>

<< No, I'll forget about it. >>>

<< Oh, I thought you cursed him behind his back. >>>

<< Who would dare swear in front of him? >>

Ting.

A notification lesson on my phone made me rush to check it. And then it shows his name. So many people, why does it have to be the person I'm talking about!

[Johan]: Where are you?

[North]: Shop

[Johan]: ??

[North]: This is the cafe where I work

[Johan]: Americano

[Johan]: *send location.

Wait a minute... What is it?

[North]: The store doesn't have a delivery service...

[Johan]: But you do.

[North]: I can't

[Johan]: In 30 minutes.

Oh! What's this bad luck!! Mathilde, hear? "Damn," I swore, until the man cleaning the glass reacted.

"Hey, why are you telling me?"

"I'm not telling you. I want to curse the others... But 100,000 Batts and the warranty."

"Hah? Phi Johan? Come on, my little ship, ship."

You're crazy! Where did Phi Than go? He's disappeared a while ago. >>>

I asked.

<<< I'll ask Phi Than to make me an Americano. Where did he go?

<< Why? >>

<>>

<< There is >> he said. Ter before pretending to think. I don't think it's weird at all. >>

<<< bastards... >>

<< You mustn't tell me about the customers again, especially Phi Johan >>>

<< Shit, why are you on his side? >> I said annoyed. Oh, the location isn't far.

But I don't want to go there, I'm lazy.

"Hoooiii, I'm angry! Listen, there are a lot of people here, why should I?" I said a little while after Phan came back and told him about Phi Johan who had ordered a coffee.

"But our store doesn't have a delivery service." Phi Than frowned in surprise.

"Is there anything else I can do? Okay, I'll send it to him myself." I said with a sigh. "Ah, the weather is warm. Staying here is more comfortable."

"Then do you want me to do it for you?"

"Okay, I'll do it myself." I confirmed my words.

Phi Than sighed a little before letting me deliver the coffee. Actually, the road isn't that far from the store, but I got a little lost before arriving.

[North]: I arrived.

I sent a cat while I was stunned in front of the condominium. I didn't even take off my apron from the store because I was in a hurry. Wow, the condominium is very luxurious. How many floors are there?

[Johan]: 12th floor

[North]: Room?

[Johan]: Just go up.

If you don't tell me the room number, how would I know? What... What he would ask before getting here would be better than being here in the sun. I nervously walked into the condominium and pressed the elevator button, indicating the second floor.

Wait, this... Why Does the elevator only open once without stopping at other floors? And here... Why is there only one door? I can't believe my eyes, this whole floor and Phi Johan's room?

Ah... I give up. I've surrendered to his wealth.

So, can you forget my debt, which is only 100,000 baht?

I stood stunned in front of the door again. Is this a good idea to play or difficult? Oh, where's the doorbell?

As I looked around in confusion, the door opened and the owner appeared in a state that seemed like someone who had just woken up... But he was still more handsome than me, who had been awake longer. T^T

Ma ah... This is the Americano you ordered. >>> Suddenly, I felt uncomfortable in front of this person, even though we were still talking last night.

Phi Johan is about the same height as Phi Hill. His height is around 180 cm. He combed his hair casually, hell, even without combing it, there was no doubt he was handsome. His thick eyebrows were slightly furrowed, indicating that his mood was not good.

"Did you just wake up?" I asked him. Phi Johan didn't answer before turning around. Then he went back into the room, and I said, "And the coffee?"

"Keep it there." After hearing that, I took the opportunity to walk back into the room...

Can we actually call this a house? Because it's very spacious, this condominium occupies the entire ground floor of the apartment. It has a kitchen.

a living room and everything... Maybe there's even room for Buddha if he wanted to come... Or does he already exist?

I left the Americano on the table in front of the sofa. I feel weird because I came here just to deliver a cup of coffee.

"Did you make it?" he asked while sitting on the sofa and picking up the Americano to taste.

"No, the store owner made it."

"I told you to try making it and bring it to me," Phi Johan declared before placing the cup of coffee on the table as usual.

I think he's been working a lot. Maybe he worked until he fell asleep. He must have worked for a long time. And he seemed annoyed because of the lack of sleep. Is this normal?

"I haven't practiced yet," I said, before turning around and avoiding meeting his eyes. T^T

Why is he mad at me? Isn't the coffee cold? It's not my fault. Blame the sun!

"Enjoy it, I'm leaving now." I said goodbye first. Why am I uncomfortable?

Why didn't he answer me like he was angry? At least if he spoke a little like yesterday, it would be okay.

"You can't go." I stopped when I heard him before turning around to see Phi Johan, who was standing and sitting at his table. "Let's sit down."

"But I have to go back soon."

"Because?"

"I have a job."

<<< stay. >>>>

That is to say! T-T

<<< Are you crazy? I started to yell a little. Even if he's my creditor, he can't do it. If I don't have a job, I won't have any money, so where can I get this money from?

<< You're going to reduce the money, aren't you? >> I protested after seeing the yellow Fiat. I picked up my phone and typed something.

<<< Maybe, >> a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

<< What did you say? How can you do that? >> I snorted in annoyance. I secretly sighed once before deciding to write a message to Phi Than.

[North]: Phi Than, I'm sorry, but I might be a little late getting back.

[Phi Than] Why?

[Phi Than] Is there something wrong?

[Phi Than] Did something bad happen to you?

[North]: No

[Phi Than] I have something to do.

[Phi Than] You won't do anything weird, will you?

[North]: No, I'll be back soon.

[Phi Than]: Okay, don't take too long, other customers will come.

[North]: Yes, sir!

After telling Phi Than, I sat down on the sofa. I quietly turned my head and saw Phi Johan, who was busy.

with a pile of documents on the table. Oh, so why do you want me to stay? Are you going to work again?

Haven't you finished your work yet?

Didn't you see him?

My butcher, he was no different from yesterday

Should I still be quiet?

"Uh..."

I'm going to sit here again and waste all my time. After a while, I started to get bored, so I took out my phone to play. But when I was playing, I fell asleep without realizing it. Maybe I was tired because I didn't get enough sleep yesterday.

Uh... I jumped slightly when I woke up a little groggy. Oh, my god, did I accidentally fall asleep in Phi Johan's apartment? What time? What happened to my phone? Where did I leave it?

"Are you looking for this?"

Phi Johan asked, handing it to me.

Why did he take my phone?

I was a little surprised when I turned around and saw a woman sitting on a small couch. She smiled at me. And even though I was still confused, I smiled back.

Don't tell me she's his girlfriend?

Did she come to sit quietly and look at Phi Johan's work? Then why didn't he wake me up?

T^T

<> The woman asked, looking up. Phi Johan nodded in response, <<< Have you been working too much lately? Work isn't that urgent, is it?>>>

<<<< I have to finish the work. The semester will start soon,>> Phi Johan declared before getting up and sitting on the couch next to me. The Americano I brought has melted; if he doesn't want to drink it, why would he ask?

<< So, are you finished?>>>

<< Yes, everything's fine.>>>

<<< Yes! Everything's fine.>>>

<<< Yes! Very good!>>>

<<< You can go back now,>>> Phi Johan declared, sounding a little flat. The woman immediately made love.

<< What? You made me come here to sit and wait for so long. Then, once the job was done... You fired me? Wait, where are you going? >>> I asked the person sitting next to me. The man stood up and crossed the room.

<< I want to take a shower, >> Phi Johan replied before disappearing around the corner, leaving me alone with the woman.

<< Ah... Nong North, isn't it? >> [(Phi is a part particle meaning older (brother/sister), Nong is younger (brother/sister)]. I nodded when she asked. << My name is Prang. >>>

<< Oh, nice to meet you. >>>

"I came to see Johan and I saw you sleeping. After all, Johan is working. I didn't dare move because I was afraid of making noise." Phi Prang Annie casually. "Isn't that too embarrassing? Usually, when the If people who are dating see someone else in their boyfriend's room, they won't be indifferent.

"Wait, you think he's my boyfriend?"

"Yes," I replied, thinking. This made him laugh a little.

Sorry, I'm just an assistant... You can call me secretary, but I'm a little embarrassed to call myself that. President... Ah, Johan's father asked me to help him with a job. Other than that, I'm already a boy. Good, right? Well, although I have to let him take care of my work," Phi Prang said before showing me his phone screen with a picture of a baby on the lock screen.

"Phi Prang's son?" I asked, raising my eyebrows. "Very handsome."

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<> I nodded, indicating that I understood what the others had said, <<< So, how long have you been here?>>

<<<< Not long. When I came in, you were already asleep. I was shocked. I wondered who was sleeping on the couch?>>

<<< Really? You should have woken me up.>> I said, scratching my head and removing my embarrassment.

<> Phi Prang declared, before getting up and walking over to Phi Johan's table,

<< Wow, the job is really done. Very fast.

"..."

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<> I answered Phi Prang honestly.

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<<... Do you owe Johan?>> said Phi Prang as if he'd realized. I nodded and sighed, <>>

<> I said before taking a long sigh. Shit... T^T

<< Ah, is he bothering you? The president is very angry. >>

<< What!? I widened my eyes and turned my head to look around. Does Phi Johan's father know? >>>>

<< He was angry about the wine. He knew Johan would use it to throw a party, entertain clients, and drink good wine, but because he destroyed it, Johan was severely punished. >>>

<< Ah, really? >> That's all I could think of to say while I felt guilty. I remember Ter saying I knocked over a shelf, but I still don't understand why. I knocked it over. T^T So why? Did Phi Johan get reprimanded instead of me?

<< Actually, I did. >>>

<< Well, Johan said he did it himself. Then he had to take the wine and return it. Some bottles are very hard to find and they can also be difficult to afford. >>>

<> and I say softly...

Feeling guilty got to me, until my body fully recovered... but looking at the price of the wine he charged me, it turned out it wasn't that expensive. I mean, it's not excessive. Can I consider Phi Johan generous?

<> Phi Prang asked, taking the documents and putting them in his bag.

<<< No... We don't know each other. The first time I saw her was when I was drunk. >>>

<< Oh? >> Hearing my answer, the other party frowned and seemed very surprised.

<< NO >> I shook my head vigorously. << Oh, I really don't know. >>>

<< You haven't left yet? >> said Phi Johan, who seemed to have finished taking a shower. He came out and said, "You can go back now."

<< I'm talking to my nail, " declared Phi Prang. " No need to kick me out, I'll be back. ">>

"... "

<< Oh, okay. See you later, " declared Phi Prang before picking up his bag and leaving.

I said goodbye to him with a smile. We didn't have time to talk, so I turned to Phi Johan. After taking a shower, his bad mood seemed to have disappeared.

Truly amazing.

"Sorry, I fell asleep," I said, breaking the silence. "The work's done, isn't it?"

"Uh, it's done now," Phi Johan declared and sat down on the sofa next to me, before leaning back tiredly.

"Want to sleep? Then I'll go." I left work for a while, and Ai Ter and Phi Than will definitely complain.

"I haven't tasted the Americano yet."

"Oh, that? You won't see it. All the ice has melted," I said, pointing to the cup that was placed on the table.

"Because you didn't make it yourself," Phi Johan declared, his eyes shining a little of annoyance. What happened?

"I told you I'd never made one," I repeated the same words, "So since I've never done it, just drink what you have, please."

"Go to the kitchen, there's a coffee maker," said the person next to me.

That's an order for me. Should I make him coffee? There's a coffee maker here, why doesn't he make his own coffee? Why did he tell me to come here?

I secretly like to sigh a little. It's all I can do. I decided to wake myself up. Then I walked to the corner of the kitchen. I saw a coffee maker on the bottom shelf. I managed to put it on the kitchen table.

But how do I use it?

Phi Johan, without me realizing it, came up behind me. He waited for my hand and helped press the button.

"If you do it yourself, will my apartment explode?"

"Maybe," I said secretly in a low voice.

I saw. Phi Than often uses a coffee maker. But this model is different. I don't recognize many things. Should the coffee beans be poured in first?

"Um, can I ask you something?" I said, confused about the coffee maker.

"Um,"

Oh, about the shelf. Did you drop it? Then I continued. "Why didn't you say it was me, so he wouldn't scold you."

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<> and I repeated. <> Phi Johan didn't reply. <>>

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<> I poured a shot of espresso. So I carefully put it on the table nearest me before giving it to him. Phi Johan was standing with his arms crossed in front of his chest, leaning on the table, looking at me

<< Well, Ter said you were busy... So Phi Hill had to do the group assignment. >>>

<< ah... >>>

<< Do you add water or milk? >>

<< Add water, >> declared Phi Johan before turning to sit back down on the chair. I managed to add water to make it an Americano like other people have ordered. I like coffee too... but I prefer to add a little milk.

I left my first glass of Americano on the table. Phi Johan looked at her a little suspiciously before picking it up and tasting it.

<<< How? >>>>

<<<< Do you really work in a coffee shop>>>>

<<< Of course, >>

<< Where? >> << Near here. Why? >>

<< I won't buy coffee from that store. ”

<< Then don't have it >>>

You're cruel!!

<< Why? Is it that bad? >>>>

I said, looking at the glass.

<< Is this how you plan to prepare it for others to drink? >>

<< Oh, my god, ” I whispered, wanting to scream and ask why Phi Johan is always not good to me? I was surprised.

<< If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't believe you were friends with Phi Hill, ” I said, feeling annoyed. Phi Johan picked up her cup of coffee. She took another sip before frowning and looking at me

<< Why? >>

<<< Because your personalities are very different. You don't share his good side with Phi Hill. >>> I continued, <>>

<< What are you playing at? >>>

<< HUH? >> I raised my eyebrows in shock when I heard the question from the person in front of me.

What am I playing at?

<<<< Last time, Hill called me to complain about this. >>>

<<< HuH?

About Ter praising me in front of Hill. And Hill got angry. >>>

<< Oh... Yes? So? >>>

<<< Me too. >>>

<<< Hah? Hey... where are you going? I hadn't finished my sentence when Phi Johan came out. He put down his coffee cup and got up to go out onto the balcony, before I saw him pick up the phone and call someone.

(What? Is your work done?)

<>>

(Hah?)

<< I want to kill someone!>>>

(Why?)

<< Because of you, damn it!>>>

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