CHAPTER 01:

" Okay, everyone. Let me give a speech. " A middle age man in a brown suit spoke whilst holding his glass of wine as he stood up facing everyone on the table.

" The Meaning Of You is a success all thanks to everyone who works so hard for this series. But, we all know that this series won't exist without an author. So... " He pauses, lifting his glass in front as his eyes are fixed on the young lady sitting after the fourth person on his right side. " This celebration is for our youngest member. She wrote this beautiful novel, Chyrene Flores. "

Those who are present at the table applauded. The young lady turned red from his compliment. Feeling shy, she stood up and bow to everyone with a smile. " Thank you. Thank you so much. " With her sincere action, everyone smiles at her.

" But... " She added. " The outcome wouldn't be this good if it wasn't for you all. It wouldn't be great without our director, cameramen, our actors, and everyone's help. So, this celebration wasn't merely for me. This celebration is for every one of us. "

" You're being humble. " The director said, giggling. " Then... " He once again raises his glass. " Congratulations to all of us. "

People sitting around the table raises their glass of wine, congratulating each other before they took a sip of the bitter yet sweet drink in their hand.

The party proceeded smoothly. They talk about the funny mistakes they had while filming, what's on their mind while acting in a particular scene, the scenic view of the settings they shoot at, and so on.

Laughter and speech echoed within the room. As time passes, some of them started to feel dizzy. The wine isn't strong just enough to make someone who drinks it feels tipsy. But those with low tolerance will get drunk right after three shots.

As they're in their conversation, no one notices the time. It's already late. Rene, who is a lightweight, already drunk. Her actions are like those of a child. " No. I'm not drunk. Who says I'm drunk? Huh? " She said pointing at anyone whilst pouting.

" Okay, okay. Enough. " An attractive gentleman sitting beside her said. The young man is just a few centimeters taller than her, has pale skin, and a lovely smile. He tried to calm the maiden next to him.

" Phi, are you the one who said that I'm drunk? " Although Nate was plastered, he remains composure and stay calm. Staring at the pouting lady, he finds it cute.

" You should take a rest now. Come. I'll take you back. " Nate offers. Staggering, Nate supports Rene from falling. The young lady still complains about her not being drunk whilst half asleep.

" Phi Ace, I'll take her back to the hotel first. I'll be back right away. " Nate said to the person next to him, almost like a whisper.

" Are you sure? You look drunk. "Concern in his voice makes the younger smile. The tall, captivating man sighs. " Fine. Be careful, okay? " Nate nods at him.

Nate wraps his arm around Rene's shoulder as they left the establishment. Rene isn't familiar with Thailand. She's from the Philippines and loves writing stories fortunately one of her works got discovered by a Thai director who asks her for an adaptation.

Rene is a BL fan. She first learned it when she was reading a manga Haikyu! While searching the manga, there's a lot of results came out. Curious, he read it and that's how it all started. Afterward, she reads BL comics, watches BL animes, and watches BL adaptations and series.

It's not easy being a fujoshi. People will judge you because of your preference. They start teaching you about what's right and wrong, they start teaching you what was written in the bible, and so on.

If love is for man and woman only, why put a soul in the wrong body to force them to make mistakes like falling in love with the same gender?

But that doesn't bother her. Their opinions do not matter to her. She only believes in what her eyes feed her.

Rene fell asleep as Nate drove her back to her hotel room. The sound of the brake makes her groan. They arrive in front of a high-rise hotel. The owner of the car twists the key which makes the engine silent. He took it out before going down from the car.

Carrying the drunk lady in his arm, he takes care of her well while going up to the 35th floor through an elevator. " Phi, I feel like puking. " She said.

Shock, nervousness, and terror are shown on Nate's face. " Wait 'til we got in your room, okay? " The younger nodded placing her hand in front of her mouth. The small action makes her look like a child. Nate giggles as he watches her.

Nate opens the door for her. " We're already here. I'll lead your bathroom so you can puke now. " The young man said but he got no response. Glancing at Rene, the young lady fell asleep again.

The gentleman shakes his head with a faint smile on his face. He leads her to the bed to rest. But after laying her down, instead of going to the bathroom to fetch water and a towel, soft lips touch his own.

Rene wraps her arm around Nate's shoulder as she kissed him. The two took a breath, eyes locked on each other. Due to the effects of wine, they can't resist the urge to touch each other.

The atmosphere turns hot. Their breath is incredibly tight. The two bodies atop the bed exchange kisses as they took off each other's clothes. As their body collided, their kisses became deeper and deeper.

Tongues invaded the mouth of the other. Licking the young lady's lower lip, kissing her neck to her collarbone to her chest, Nate leaves traces around her.

Sounds of body collision and erotic moans echoed under the sweet moonlight. Sweat covered their whole body like the city lights in the middle of the metropolis. The night is so long for both people. With the impact of wine, something unexpected happened to them and they will face a consequence later on.

" Hmm. " Rene stretches her hands upwards. Slowly opening her eyes, she scans the room. Atop his head is a cylinder shape lampshade attached to the wall, at the bedside is a table with a telephone placed above, a rectangular table with two chairs set near the glass window with a sofa next to it. At the front of the bed is a flat-screen TV and a bathroom a few centimeters away from the entrance.

She frowns. " This... Isn't this a hotel room? " As she was surprised, she immediately looks at herself. " Wait... Why am I naked? " She quickly covers her body with a blanket she's holding.

Scared, nervous. Her heart beats animatedly, her breathing is snappy, and she feels like she just runs from a marathon. I hope it wasn't what I thought. She gradually turn her head to his left side.

Eyes wide open. Surprised, no. She was shocked. A handsome young man laying beside him, naked. She screams. " Ahhh...! "

The young man who was peacefully sleeping got woken up by the sudden shrieks of a woman. " What? What happened? "

To his surprise by the sudden scream, he sits up on the mattress with his two arms supporting his tired body, clueless. His eyes examined the room. " This isn't my room. Where am I? "

" You... " A young-looking woman spoke. Her eyes fixed on the young man who had just woken up. The young man turns his head to where he heard the voice. " What did you do to me? "

The man with gray wavy hair stares at her. His expression was priceless. In a second, his gaze diverts to the lady's neck. " Mosquitoes here sure are big. " He said whilst pointing at the red marks on Rene's neck.

Frustrated, Rene picks up a pillow laying near her and throws it at the young man who looks dumbfounded. " You damn mosquito! " She yells.

The fine young mosquito let the pillow hit him. Rene wraps herself using the blanket and runs towards the bathroom. Before she enters, she turns around, giving a death glare to the mosquito who still can't believe what just happened.

" Is this a dream? " Nate asks himself. He slaps his face to confirm if he's dreaming or not. " Ouch! " He exclaimed. " Why does it hurt? " He glances at the unoccupied space at his side. " It's not a dream. " A red stain is vividly visible on a white sheet.

Staring blankly, trying to recall everything that happened that night. The event flashes in his head like a film. He knew he shouldn't do that as he is in a relationship with someone. He takes a deep breath. Thinking about that someone, he recalled what he said last night to him.

He's not probably still waiting for me, right? He thought. Stretching his hand to the bedside table, he picks up his phone. He is shocked by what he saw. Missed calls and messages flooded the screen.

Where are you?

Are you still with her?

Did you go home already?

I'll go home now.

Good night.

Reading the messages, Nate feels guilty. " I shouldn't let the alcohol controls me. " He said in frustration. He hurriedly picks up his clothes that are laying on the floor and begins to dress.

Once he got dressed, he pick up his phone and wallet and impatiently departs the room. But then he remembers someone. Glancing at the bathroom door, the sound of a shower sounded from inside.

Hesitant, he still spoke. " Uhm... Nong Rene, I gotta go now. As for what happened last night... " He pauses. " Tell me if something happens to you. I'll take responsibility for it. "

Staring at the floor, the door opens. Rene peeks from inside. " Let's talk about it later. As for now, we have to keep it a secret. " Nate nods in response before he left.