Yeah, I badly need to do something about Phi constantly ordering me. Like out of nowhere. But should I do it? What if he gets mad if I mention it?

I'm currently in Wabi Studio. Of course we need to work since money doesn't need us, we need money. Why do I need to experience this kind of dilemma?

I nibbled my fingernails. This is a life or death situation... but I should try at least, right?

I stood up as I slammed both of my hands on the desk. There's no turning back. This is now or never.

"Are you going somewhere?" P'Up asked behind me.

I gulped.

"Uhm... Actually I was planning to go in your office."

He is holding a folder, bet he is going to y'know, ask a favor. I'm not trying to sound lazy or anything but I just can't explain it for now.

"Oh, why?" He asked while checking the papers he was holding.

"Can we talk in private?" not that I'm shy to expose myself or anyone but I think this matter should be talked about privately. Why am I explaining this to you??

His brows furrows then his face eventually relaxes.

"You can speak here Earth, it's fine."

Eh? Seriously? But he is my superior so...

"Okay?..." This is it. This is now or never.

"Phi, first of all, don't get me wrong. I meant no harm, I just noticed that you keep ordering me around even your assistant is avail-"

"And?" He raised his brow.

I stood there in silence, Did I mess up already? I don't know what to say next. I can't say that the ordering part wasn't in my job description. I mean, like doing stuff like I'm his SECRETARY.

He started to massage his temple. He is annoyed.

"So... you're complaining about it? Just because you saw my assistant is available? She is sick, okay? If you don't want to do it, just tell me. It's no big deal."

I quickly waved my hands as a sign of disagreement. Did I said something wrong? Oh god.

"No Phi, that isn't my point." I'll be evicted yeah?

"Telling the truth isn't difficult, you know. Just tell me you just don't wanna do it. That's it."

I bit my lower lips, trying to control my emotions. Maybe he was right but I don't want to lose my job. This is embarrassing.

I bowed down.

"My apologies. That was an unacceptable manner I showed moments ago. I'm really sorry and I'm going to reflect about my action."

"I hate it when people are lying." He said irritatedly.

Lying? Huh? Can he read my thoughts?

"I'm really sorry for doing such a thing, I wasn't thinking straight."

He crossed his arm on his chest, pursing his lips as if he's thinking about something.

"You're a liar." Then he flashed a bitter smile.

What? Did I lie unconsciously? I didn't, I just didn't mention it right? I'm still not sure if I'm trying to make excuses just to do him favors.

He looked at me in disbelief. This man, c'mon. Why do people act like I have telekinetic powers??

"Aren't you gonna admit it? Okay, let me remind you. The time I asked you if you're still in contact with Kao. Mhm?"

My hands landed on my mouth as a surprised reflex. Did he just... accuse me for something I didn't do?

"Phi, I don't know what you're talk-"

"Then why did I see you in the café with him weeks ago? Don't make me stupid." He retorted.

No, he saw that? You mean because of that unplanned and my most forgettable moment of my life, he is under my throat? This guy? Is he for real?

Because of that one moment.... He is making me nuts. I need to calm myself. I closed my eyes as I felt the presence of the universe.

There's a loud bang; sounds like someone fell from above, that makes me startled. Before I know what happened, there's a guy in front of me. The guy has wide shoulders and popping out biceps. Nice body frame but then again, he's P'Kao tada. No surprise. Wait?! What is he doing here? Why is he here though? By the way, he was assisting P'Up? Why? Since when? What?

"Are you okay? What happened?" P'Kao asked continuously. Checking P'Up body for any injuries. He looked... worried. Should I act hurt? Lol no.

"I'm fine, it was just an accident. He didn't mean it." P'Up said after standing right back.

Oh... Wait what? Who pushed him?! I did?

I turned around and saw all our co-workers having a disappointing look in their eyes. Am I the one who did that? I turned back my gaze to Phi's direction.

"No." I started, I was very confused. What the hell just happened?

"What?" P'Kao eyed me after hearing what I said.

"I didn't push Phi." I answered.

"Kao would you believe him? I'm not going to do it on my own."

Up said defensively before Phi can say anything. Look how desperate he is. I rolled my eyes as I noticed that he holds on to Phi's arms while saying those with an innocent tone. This is the day I'm going to call him name, a catfish. Stop hiding yourself. *growling sound*

I should've uncrushed him before or I shouldn't have been interested with him in the first place. Suck to be someone who like him.

Did I say those out loud??? No?

I hope not.

"I know he didn't mean it but it hurts me after hearing that he won't admit it." Up said while wiping up his tears.

He has tears? What the fvck??? P'Kao quickly comforted him.

My mouth slightly agape.

The audacity? In front of my salad?

"I know I'm mean but I'm not like that." I defended myself though P'Kao knows that I can't do that. I'm sure he does.

"Earth, just... calm down." P'Kao said.

He just cooled me down. Everyone, he just cooled me down.

"Admitting and apologizing won't make you less than a human." Up expresses while still clinging to Phi.

When will this leech stop leeching? Nobody wants his opinion.

"I can definitely do that if I did something wrong and besides, I've done nothing and.."

I looked over his entire frame, from up to bottom. Shaking my head as I clicked my tongue.

"I didn't know that you'll stoop that low for him."

I took a breath and I put a forced smile.

"Okay, since no one will gonna believe me anyway, I'll just call this a day."

I grabbed my stuff and make my exit.

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I sighed heavily after exiting the building.

I guess I will have a memo for that scene. So long Wabi, maybe you're just not meant for me. Was it my fault? I haven't done anything wrong right? Well, for the record, I don't know. Did I make the right choice to complain? Will I lose my job? But Up lied... and... and I don't know. I'll just let the company handle it or I could just leave instead. I don't know how to face my co-workers.

I should walk this off, of course Fluke will know. Walking can't make me shut up but it helps in some ways. It calms me. Should I walk 'til I reach my house? Lol impossible.

I giggled from the thought then suddenly stopped walking when I noticed that I'm in the vicinity of the park. It's been a while since I went here, I remembered that little girl's question, 'Mister, why are you alone?' There are a lot of things that happened to me after that.

"Are you going to run away again?"

I looked over my shoulder and saw P'Kao standing 5 meters away from me. I don't know if my vision is tripping me but I can see the sadness in his eyes. Why, though?

"Aren't you gonna explain your side?" he continued.

I huffed. I left the building just to escape from the scene then he really chased me just to ask me that? Can he at least read the room?

"There's no point in explaining Phi and besides, everyone seemed to believe the lies he told." Then followed by my eyes rolling involuntarily.

He scoffs at my response.

"You really like leaving aren't you?" He asked me blatantly.

My mouth fell wide.

"What?! I was falsely accused moments ago, not just any other... but my senior in work who knew me since college."

"You're still accountable for it."

"Why did you sound like I'm the bad one here? He did something to me too, Phi and that made us even. I... I thought you knew me..." I paused when realizations hit me.

"Yeah, it's just a game. We aren't friends in the first place, so I shouldn't expect the things like that from you. I don't know why I expected that from you."

I'm so stressed. Why is this day so unlucky?

"Why did you leave?" I looked at Phi in disbelief.

All of a sudden??

"Uhm... It's my problem at work so I'm not saying anything about this right now, especially not with you."

I turned around to start walking again then suddenly a pair of arms wrapped around me and he gently put his head on my shoulders.

"I'm sorry for everything I've done before."

I froze. I wasn't prepared for this. I mean, what did he just say? Did he just cut the topic about my workplace? I'm not complaining and I told you anything about Phi is the least thing I'll expect every single day.

Why am I sweating? I put my hand on my cheeks. That isn't a sweat... warm tears streamed down unconsciously. Maybe, my body understands the assignment. I'm not gonna lie, I missed him.

"Please let me talk first before you say anything" He requested as if I have a tongue to talk after all the mixed emotions I consumed. I just nodded as a response.

He turned me around.

"I have many things to sa-"

He immediately cupped my face and brushed his thumb to wipe my tears. He is worried about me. He pulled me closer as he apologized. The touch is so warm and tender, I can't help it but to cry.

"Why are you doing this to me?" I managed to say in between my hiccups but didn't dare to move a muscle.

He continued to run his fingers through my hair, pushing some strands away from my face then pressing a quick kiss on my temple. He detached himself away and safely put his hands on my shoulders.

"I told you not to interrupt me." He said, still wiping my tears.

"I never did, you cut your speech yourself."

He brushed some hair strands away from my eyes.

"You're still going to answer huh?"

Before he could hear my answer...

"Anyway, I've practiced this for a long time but my mind went blank. I don't know where to start... I'm sorry. I'm sorry for the things you've been through because of me. I may or may not know about it and I apologize. The first time we fought, I acted very stupid. I was wrong for not controlling my emotions and my conclusions are baseless. When you told me that you're breaking up with me, I was stunned The first thing that came up to my mind is the I'm fucked up. Our relationship was fine and I'd mess up. I also forgot the fact that it wasn't real in the first place. After regaining my consciousness, I realized that you're gone, I've done something that made you quit and I do regret that."

Long pause...

"I know this isn't the right time but I want you to be with me, again, this time's for real. No more games. I'm so stupid for letting you go before and I don't want to have regret for not taking my shot right now. I am not pressuring you, you can tell me if you're..."

He paused. Again. Eyes turning into wherever direction seem like he is finding the right words to say. He gulped heavily as if there's a lump in his throat.

"Seeing anyone..." It came out as a whisper. If I wasn't in this state, I would definitely tease him for being shy but I can't. I'm more surprised than being a chaotic clown.

"But I wish you hadn't. I really want you back and this time, I'll be brave enough to take the risk. Please give me another chance."

Never in my life have I anticipated this one, it clenches my heart. Second chance with P'Kao?

"Why are you doing this? I mean.. Why are you still into me Phi? I caused you pain and I think..."

I bit my lower lip, finding the right words.

"I don't deserve this."

He pulled me into an embrace. I snuggle on his chest as another set of tears was aiming for a release. Great! I've been crying for ages now and I really looked pathetic.

"Never in my life thought that you don't deserve anything. And about the past, We're humans and we always tend to make mistakes Earth. It's still you because there's no reason why not. You don't have to take all the credits for the past, I also did something wrong. I was being a coward and insensitive. So could I have the chance?"

I sniffed then nodded as a sign of approval.

"Are you being serious right now?"

He pulled away for the nth time. I let out a small smile.

"Yes, I'm being serious. I never thought this would even happen to me so I am taking my shot."

His face lightened up and showered me with small kisses. I giggled at the sudden reaction.

"Thank you so much. I'll surely do good this time, I may not be perfect but I'll make sure I won't make the same mistake twice."

"Me too."

"Earth?"

I hummed.

"I know it's kind of fast but can you stay over at my place?"

The idea of me being with Phi...

"I would love to!! But Fluke is going to worry."

"I'll call him for you."

"Then he'll worry more."

His brows furrowed. Obviously confused.

"Why? I'm not going to do anything."

He asked while unlocking his phone. His serious :")

"It's obvious for you. Because you're going to be with me."

"Silly. I would definitely be more pleased to babysit you for free."

"I don't know if you're insulting or complimenting me, I just go with the latter."

And Fluke picked up the call.