At times we don't realize that things which might seem trivial to us, would mean the whole world to someone else. That was the case with Mew, for him not remembering a seven months of his life wasn't a big deal until he knew that those seven months were not just his own but it belonged to the other young man too. If he wouldn't have seen the latter breaking down in front of him, it would have been difficult for him to believe that he got so deep in that relationship in such a short span of time. Knowing himself very well Mew was wise enough to conclude that if Gulf was able to able to break a decade long solitude of his, then the latter indeed had something special in him. Even though he had asked Gulf time till their engagement anniversary, he knew he couldn't simply wait for his memories to pop up doing nothing.
He had been attending online counselling and therapy sessions as per his doctors advice since that day, without letting the other know. He learned from his therapist that he wouldn't be able to recollect hundred percentage of his memories, only the deeply ingrained one could be regained. That piece of information made him disappointed, but then he consoled himself telling it was better than getting back something than being totally blank.
Seeing how emotionally overwhelmed Gulf is, Mew knew his efforts were not in vain. At that moment Mew was aware they both needed something more intimate than few words. All his actions from then were spontaneous, he felt the kiss they shared lighted the soul in him, may be that's uniqueness of a soulmate's touch. He felt a sudden ache as flashes of memories gushed through his head, which caused him to pull back. Phi..... Gulf called with panic evident in his voice...I am okay.... It happens at times when I try to remember things... Phi... all these happened and you didn't let me know. What should I do now? Should I call the doctor...
Gulf....it's okay....How would I tell you when I know this is how you going to react. Phi Mew.... Mew smiled and gently wiped the tear stains on latter's face, ruffled his hair and pulled him closer. Gulf wound his hands around Mew's waist with his head on the former's shoulder, they watched the sunset together with a beautiful silence enveloping them.
Nong... with this sunset, our dark days have come to an end too. To answer your first question, my memory is not completely back and I don't think I would get them back too, I just remember some here and there. Does that matter to you Gulf? As long as we love each other won't that be enough?
Phi....all that matters to me is you. With you by my side, we have a full life to spent together, watching our kids grow we too can grow old together. What if we face something similar again? Life will not always be a bed of roses, some hurdles then and now are sure to come, so we will face it together.
Gulf....Thank you for being patient with me, thank you for not letting me go. I don't know what future holds for us, one thing I am sure about is I love you and the coming days could be as worse as it could be but I want to spent them with you. Do you know what was the first memory that came back to me? Gulf shook his head. Mew smiled at Gulf with a pinch of naughtiness evident on his face. It's for you to guess, the time is yours.
Gulf was excited. Our first meeting? No... First kiss? No.... Ahh... our first time? What first time Gulf?Phi you know what I mean? There are a plenty of first times Gulf....Like the first time you cooked for me, the first time we fought, our first date...more of a family outing though or....did you mean.Mew leaned closer towards Gulf's ear and whispered the first time you called me daddy...
Gulf's eyes widened as shades of pink spread all across his face.... Phi Meww.. Mew burst out laughing as he saw the latter all covered in pink. The first memory I got back was about the moment when I realized, you made my family complete, the moment when my children accepted you as their father, the moment when Emma called you papa. I will cherish every second of it till my last breath, that's the most memorable day in my life.
" Paappa...Daadd. You both are here, we searched the whole house for you." Emma who came running along with her brother spoke trying to catch her breath. " Speaking of the devil"...."Dad... if we are devils then that makes you Daddy Devil" Ethan tackled back. Baby...did you hear them, they called me Devil. Mew complained pouting to Gulf. Don't drag me into this, you three sort it among yourselves. BTW why were my angels searching for us. " Angels who....are you blind?" Gulf gave Mew a stern look, which made Mew to shut talking.
" Dad....by any chance you...I mean you and papa.." Emma stuttered not knowing how to frame the question. Mew understanding their struggle held the twins small hands in his larger ones, Daddy is really sorry for making your papa sad, and I know that made you two sad too. Now everything is solved.. " That means you remember everything....we are a family again...? An excited Ethan asked. Mew nodded his head at his son. That was all that needed, the very next moment the twins screamed in happiness, as they jumped and ran all around the roof. Then they ran into the two adults hugging them tight. " Dad...I am so happy" Emma cried, while Ethan as usual was quiet, but his tight hold on Gulf could tell how he felt. Shh...it's okay, everything is fine.
Mew wiped his daughter's tears and peppered her with kisses while Gulf patted Ethan on his back at times placing feathery kisses on his head. " Dad...didn't you tell us you will take us out once you can walk and get us anything we ask for." Mew had said that on their birthdays, even though he gave them gifts, it had been a routine every year on their birthday to take them out, as he still couldn't walk on his own he made a promise to them. Yes princess I remember my promise. When do you guys want to go out and what's that you both want?
" We want something special. Would you and papa give us that." Ethan asked. Now Mew was curious. Emma whispered something in Mew's ears. Now it was Gulf's turn to be curious. How about I discuss it with you papa, can we have some time alone. The twins nodded their head and did as they were told.What did princess say Phi. I will let you know later, but before that I want us to go back to our room, I don't want us to sleep apart anymore. I will shift my things back, now shall we go down? Yes Boss.
Gulf looked around the room, he was back in there on Mew's will just like he promised himself. Baby...could you get a jug of water, I might sometimes feel thirsty at night. You can lie down I would be back in a minute. Gulf still couldn't believe what was happening, just like how his happy and smooth life turned upside down in one night, similarly everything seemed to go back to normal in one day. In one moment he knew Mew started remembering things and now they are back in their room. As Gulf returned his eyes glistened at the sight, it was nothing special but just his man reading a book. What made it special was he got to witness it in this room after what seemed to be ages.
Gulf...baby I might fall asleep at any moment, don't just stand there for long. Gulf blinked his tears, and joined Mew in bed. Soon after that he felt Mew's hands on his waist, pulling him closer as the older male spooned him. Mew kissed Gulf's temples and turned the latter towards him. His heart ached at the sight. Baby...shh it's okay...I am here, we are together and that's never going to change. I am sorry, I just couldn't stop what I feel...it's been a long time phi... a really long time Phi. Gulf buried his head in Mew's chest, while the latter rubbed his back soothing him. When Mew felt Gulf got hold on his emotions, he gently pulled the latter slightly away from him, lifting the younger's head and stared deep into his eyes. The more he looked into those eyes he felt like he was seeing the mirror of his own soul. Mew's eyes saw nothing other than the young man, lying beside him. Phi....stop looking like that...it's not like you are seeing me for the first time. Mew chuckled....Aww my baby is feeling shy... you know something, shy Gulf is the cutest. If you are going to tease me all night then I am going to sleep turning the other side. Mew quickly grabbed Gulf and nuzzled himself into crook of the latter's neck.
Let's not waste time on silly fights. Gulf's heart was beating rapidly as he felt Mew's warm breath on his neck...He sensed Mew's lips sucking and biting on his skin. As it has been a long time since they had intimate moments, Gulf felt himself being more sensitive to Mew's touch. Gulf arched his neck backward as Mew climbed up kissing along his neck line towards his jaw. Gulf shut his eyes trying to feel those moments with his heart. As he felt Mew's lips slowly nibbling onto his own, Gulf wound his hand around the former's napes, running his hands through his hair. Once Mew pulled away, Gulf smiled and asked, This is something new for me Phi.. you being so gentle. Gulf....at times you need to take enough time to eat your favorite food in order to appreciate how amazing it taste, and some times you need to eat it without any other thoughts, showing how much you love it. It's a long time baby and let me have you, savoring every inch of you. That was it, Gulf was at loss of words, Mew's actions and words at most of the times made him speechless, especially in bed.
That night marked an end to the usual silent hours of darkness as moans and grunts echoed across the room. As the two adults laid down in each other's embrace with Gulf's head on Mew's chest, enveloped in the most beautiful silence that followed their noisy yet lovely night. " Phi you still didn't tell me, what did Emma tell you? " Mew took Gulf's hand in his own and kissed his knuckles. Gulf...don't you think it's time to replace these rings. Gulf looked at Mew confused. Phi...what's wrong with this one, it's perfect on my finger and I love them. Mew smiled, What I meant is, it has been one year since our engagement so ...... Will you marry me and be officially a Suppasit. That's what the twins said they want as gift for this birthday. Now please don't think that it's just because of them.... I would be the happiest moment in my life when I can shout out to the whole world "That's my husband Gulf Kanawut Suppasit." I know this is not how it is supposed to be, there are no roses, no candle lights, nothing romantic And also this is the second time I did it on the bed. But trust me, on this beautiful night that marked our reunion with the moon as the witness I ask you again " Will you marry me Gulf?"
Gulf looked at Mew with Glistening eyes, Phi... It's not the flowers and lights that makes it romantic, it's always our love that makes it lovely. I am sure there would never be a more perfect romantic and happy moment like this. You can tell the twins that we are ready for their gift. So is it a yes? Do you need to ask , isn't it obvious. Now will you let me sleep I am really tired. Hey! I should be the one who says that, the work was all on me. Oh really? Did you forget whom did you work on. No more talking let's sleep.
Time skip (1 month)
As they decided to get married, neither Mew and Gulf wanted to delay it any further. Mew called his parents as well as Tong's parents back. The most relieved one's were Tong's parents, it always hurt them seeing Mew alone, despite everyone's efforts to set him up with number of girls. The marriage was a simple event with just friends and family. With the blessings of their loved ones, they took their vows and entered into a new phase of their life.
As the party reached the end Mild approached Gulf. " Dude finally you made it...I am sincerely happy for you bro. So what's next? " Phi Mew will get the kids now and we will leave soon after that. " WTH...dude I understand you love the kids but, who goes on a honey moon with the kids, then it would be family moon...Is that even a thing?" Mild said scratching his head. I didn't say we were going on a honeymoon Mild, we have somewhere else to go. Ahh...there comes my husband and kids...I will let you know the details later....Bye.." My Husband and kids" big time show off." Mild shouted wanting Gulf to hear him. I am not stopping you from having one bro. Gulf replied.
The family of four stood with flowers in their hand. One by one they placed the flowers with Gulf being the last. " Mom...we are back and this time we brought some one new with us. This is our papa, he is very sweet, so you don't need to worry about us, getting an evil step mom. He is the best, he loves us so much and we love him too. What else?? He makes the tastiest food, we still have the chef though, because as I said Papa is the best so he doesn't want someone to go jobless because of him. That's it, all latest news updated. Dad do you have something to tell mom." Emma asked as she had finished all she had to say.
What should I tell you Jane, I have nothing left to say our princess has said everything. I have kept my word, I have fulfilled all the promises I made. I found love again, now we are a complete family. Isn't that what you wanted. But that would never change your place in my life, you are my best friend, my first love and mother of my kids. As I say every time, thanks for gifting me my greatest happiness sacrificing everything you had. Love you.
" Papa; would you like to say something to mom?" Emma asked. Gulf nodded. Phi Jane it's our first meeting. I don't know whether I could be like you, but I promise to do my best for Phi Mew and the kids. You have my word, I would love and cherish them till my last breath."
"Dad..." I know princess you need some time alone with your mother. Emma smiled. As Mew and Gulf left, Ethan spoke. " Mom I don't know if it was really you, but I would like to believe it was you. You did as we asked, weren't you the one who asked God to sent papa to us. Thanks mom. We have never seen dad this happy like he is today, just let the God know that we are grateful to him for giving us the best mom and fathers. Bye, we need to go, see you soon."
Meanwhile as Mew and Gulf waited for the twins, " I am happy you came with us Gulf." Phi...how can I not come, it would be ungrateful of me to not thank the beautiful woman who gave me these lovely angels. Thanks for understanding Gulf, thanks for being the cure to my loneliness, for filling the emptiness in me. I realized it long ago, but I have never said it out, but today I want you to know; You were that Missing piece of my heart.
The End
Finally it's the end. I am really emotional. One year of my journey with this story ends here. When I started this story on 16th September 2020 I didn't think I would have readers or neither did I think I would write 30 plus chapters. This is just a simple story, but whether I would write again in future or not this one would always remain close to my heart. I am happy and sad at the same time. Last but not the least, thanks to all my readers who have patiently waited for my updates and gave me all the encouragement. And of course to our Mew Gulf, if not for them I would never know that I could write. This was something I did for the first time in my life during the Quarantine period. Most probably there would be an epilogue which I will post soon.Once again Thank you. I am grateful to each and every one of you.