Prologue

Rattanakosin Era, Year 1820

The moon hung low in a cloudless sky, scattered by millions of tiny stars that twinkled like fairy lights strung across the heavens. The night air was still, broken only by a soft breeze that rustled the frangipani leaves. Its pale blossoms glowed in the moonlight, releasing their sweet scent into the air. The tree stood tall by the banks of the Chao Phraya River - serene and fragrant, in stark contrast to the turmoil in the hearts of the two young men beneath it.

They were both dressed in white - not for mourning, but for hope.

A symbol of release.

Of new beginnings.

"Khun Kla, do you believe what the reverend monk said?" The taller one of the two turned to his companion. "That if we're meant for each other, we'll find one another again, no matter how many lifetimes it takes?"

"If P'Chan believes him," Kla replied softly, "then I do too". His voice was almost a whisper, light enough to be carried off by the wind.

"Are you ready, N'Kla?" Chan asked, resolve evident in his tightened eyes. He used the term he reserved only for when they were alone - when the world was kept out by locked doors.

Instead of answering, Kla rose to his toes and pressed a final kiss to Chan's lips. A silent goodbye.

A promise sealed in touch.

Hand in hand, they stepped into the river, letting the current carry their sorrow, their love, and their defiance away.

"I will find you again." The words echoed once, before fading away.

A vow.

In the distance, a temple bell rang.

A breeze stirred the petals of the frangipani.

Time folded -

and the world began again.

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Glossary

Titles, Honorifics & Speech Particles

Khun - คุณ (koon)

A polite title like "Mr." or "Ms." Used before someone's name regardless of gender.

P' / Phi - พี่ (pee)

Means "older sibling." Used before the name of someone older than you (e.g., P'Kla \= older Kla).

N' / Nong - น้อง (nawng)

Means "younger sibling." Used before the name of someone younger than you.

Ai - ไอ้ (eye)

Informal, often affectionate or teasing prefix between close friends (usually male-male). Can be playful or mocking depending on tone.

Jaa - จ้า / จ๊ะ (jah)

Soft, affectionate sentence-ending particle. Often used to show fondness or gentleness.

Na - นะ (ná)

A softener used at the end of a sentence to make it gentler, more persuasive, or more affectionate. It adds emotional nuance — like saying "okay?", "alright?", or "please" in English.

Khrap - ครับ (krap)

Polite sentence particle used by men. Adds respect to speech.

Kha - ค่ะ / คะ (kah)

Polite sentence-ending particle used by women.

Wai - ไหว้ (why)

A traditional Thai greeting: palms pressed together, head slightly bowed.

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Family & Respect

Mea - แม่ (meh-ah)

"Mother."

Luk - ลูก (look)

"Child" or "son/daughter." Can also imply someone beloved.

Lung - ลุง (loong)

"Uncle," an older brother of one's parent.

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Nobility & Formal Titles (often historical)

Phra - พระ (pra)

A reverent prefix used for monks, sacred items, or noble titles.

Khun Phra - คุณพระ (koon pra)

A formal noble title, similar to "Sir."

Khun Phraya - คุณพระยา (koon pra-yah)

A very high noble title in historic Siamese society.

Khunying - คุณหญิง (koon-ying)

A title for high-ranking noblewomen, similar to "Lady."

Khun Chai - คุณชาย (koon-chai)

A noble title for men of royal descent, like "Lord."

Khun Than - คุณท่าน (koon-tahn)

A respectful term for older or high-status individuals.

Khun Ajarn - คุณอาจารย์ (koon ah-jahn)

A respectful way to address a teacher or professor ("Ajarn" \= teacher).

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Cultural Words

Sawasdee kha - สวัสดีค่ะ (sah-wah-dee kah)

A polite greeting meaning "Hello," used by women.

Baht - บาท (baht)

The currency of Thailand.

Sueng - สะล้อซอซึง (serng)

A traditional Thai stringed instrument from Northern Thailand.

Ranat ek - ระนาดเอก (rah-naht eck)

A Thai xylophone used in classical music.

Chao Phraya River - แม่น้ำเจ้าพระยา (chao-prah-yah)

The main river running through Bangkok, rich in cultural and historic symbolism.

Chulalongkorn University - จุฬาลงกรณ์มหาวิทยาลัย (choo-lah-long-korn)

Thailand's most prestigious university.

Impact Arena - อิมแพ็คอารีนา (im-pack ah-ree-nah)

A large concert and event venue in Bangkok.

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Character Introduction

Tan Phongthawat (Tan)

A quiet, reserved student from a well-respected family. Music is his secret refuge, even if his parents expect him to follow a different path.

Kla Rattanapisut (Kla)

Soft-spoken and introspective. He carries more than he says aloud, his silence holding memories and feelings that run deep.

Phayu Rattanachai (Yu)

Friendly, bubbly, and a little bit of a gossip. His warm, outgoing nature makes people feel at ease — though when he’s truly hurting, he hides it away behind silence.

Sarun Thanapreechakul (Run)

Calm, patient, and determined. He never forces others to open up but instead shares his own truths, quietly waiting until trust is returned.

Nicha

Sharp-witted and observant. She notices what others overlook, though she chooses carefully when and how to speak.

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