Chapter 4

Upon their return home, Boss decided to playfully teach Pat a lesson by pretending to ignore him. He thought it would be a fun way to continue their lighthearted rivalry. So, as they entered the house, Boss went about his business, almost as if he couldn't see or hear Pat.

However, Pat, determined to regain Boss's attention, launched into a series of antics and tricks. He did everything from pulling funny faces to dancing around the room, all in an effort to make Boss laugh or respond. But Boss remained resolute, keeping up the act of indifference.

Inside, Boss was trying his hardest to stifle his laughter. He found Pat's antics incredibly endearing and couldn't help but be amused by the young boy's determination to win back his affection.

As Pat's efforts continued, he eventually reached a breaking point. Overwhelmed by his own emotions, he burst into tears. His sobs echoed through the room, and Boss, unable to bear Pat's distress any longer, rushed to his side.

He knelt down and gently pulled Pat into a comforting embrace. As he held Pat close, he noticed that the young boy was shivering. Concerned, Boss asked, "Why are you shivering, Pat? What's wrong?"

Between sobs, Pat managed to choke out his fear. "I thought... I thought you would hate me and not talk to me anymore."

Boss's heart ached at Pat's words. He had never intended to make Pat feel this way. He realized that he had underestimated just how fragile and sensitive Pat could be beneath his playful exterior.

With a reassuring tone, Boss spoke softly to Pat, his voice filled with genuine affection. "Oh, Pat, I could never hate you. You mean the world to me. I was just playing around, but I should've known better. You're my Nong, and I care about you deeply. Please don't ever think I'd stop talking to you."

Pat nodded in acceptance, his tears beginning to subside. Boss wiped away the remaining tears from Pat's cheeks and smiled warmly. "You're a special part of my life, Pat, and I'll always be here for you."

As they shared this heartfelt moment, the bond between Boss and Pat grew even stronger. It was a reminder that their playful rivalry was built on a foundation of genuine care and affection. Boss knew that Pat held a special place in his heart, one that he would always protect and cherish.

Boss couldn't help but be a little jealous at times, and his moments of jealousy often revealed just how deeply he cared for Pat. Here's a heartwarming story that highlights some of these cute incidents:

One sunny weekend, Boss, Pat, and Plan decided to spend the day at a nearby amusement park. It was a day filled with laughter, thrilling rides, and plenty of cotton candy. Boss, who was both the protector and playmate in their trio, had a tendency to get a bit jealous when he felt like Pat was paying more attention to Plan.

As they stood in line for a roller coaster, Pat and Plan were engaged in animated conversation about their favorite rides. Boss, despite being a part of the conversation, couldn't shake off a twinge of jealousy. It seemed like Pat and Plan were having so much fun together that he might be left out.

During the ride, Pat and Plan were in the seats in front of Boss, and they were screaming with delight as the roller coaster zoomed and looped. Boss couldn't help but feel a bit left out, and he tried his best to enjoy the ride while stealing glances at Pat and Plan.

However, as soon as the ride ended and they stepped off, Pat rushed over to Boss with an excited grin, exclaiming, "That was amazing, Boss! Did you see how high we went?"

Boss, momentarily forgetting his jealousy, returned Pat's smile and said, "Yeah, it was incredible! I'm glad you had fun."

As the day continued, Boss found himself in similar situations. When Pat and Plan teamed up on a game and celebrated a victory with high-fives, Boss couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy. But then, when they lost another game and Pat's disappointed expression tugged at Boss's heart, he decided to join in on the fun and cheered Pat up with a playful joke.

As the sun began to set, and they watched the fireworks display, Boss knew he couldn't contain his feelings any longer. He pulled Pat aside and said, "Hey, Pat, I know I can get a little jealous sometimes, but it's only because I care about you so much. You mean a lot to me."

Pat's eyes lit up with understanding, and he gave Boss a warm hug. "I care about you too, Boss," he said with a smile.

In that moment, the jealousy that Boss had felt throughout the day melted away, replaced by a deep sense of love and appreciation for the special bond they shared. Boss realized that even though Pat and Plan had their moments, he was always an important part of Pat's life.

As they walked through the park, hand in hand, Boss couldn't help but feel grateful for the cute moments of jealousy that had brought them even closer. He knew that no matter what, he and Pat had a friendship that was built on love, trust, and a little bit of playful rivalry. And that was something truly special.