Joong and Dunk are driving in the car. Dunk hugs the giant bear plushie tightly while looking out of the window, His stomach growls suddenly, making Joong glance at him from the corner of his eye.
Dunk:
Joong
Joong:
Hmm
Dunk:
Joong⦠people here donât eat in the afternoon?
Joongâs hands tighten briefly on the steering wheel, realizing he hasnât fed Dunk since breakfast.
Joong:
Ah, I forgot. Come on, Iâll take you to eat
Dunk:
Yes please
Joong parks the car in front of a small vegetarian restaurant tucked into a quiet corner of the city. Dunk steps out, holding his bear close, and looks around with curiosity as Joong leads him inside
They sit at a table in the corner of the restaurant. Joong picks up the menu and hands it to Dunk, who stares at it with wide eyes
Joong:
What do you want to eat?
Dunk:
Anything is okay, as long as itâs not an animal.
Joong suppresses a chuckle, closing the menu and signaling to the waiter. He orders a variety of vegetarian dishes, including stir-fried vegetables, tofu curry, and a fruit salad. Dunk observes everything Joong does with fascination
Dunk:
Joong, you said your face is famous. But now youâll eat, and people will see you
Joong:
Thatâs why I chose this quiet place. Thereâs not much of a crowd here
Dunk:
Youâre smart, Joong
Joong leans back in his chair, a smile tugging at his lips. Before he can reply, the waiter arrives with their food, placing the dishes neatly on the table. Dunkâs eyes light up as he looks at the colorful spread
Dunk:
It looks so good!
Joong:
Eat, and donât make a mess
Dunk digs into the food eagerly, fumbling with the chopsticks but managing to get pieces of tofu and vegetables into his mouth. Joong eats more slowly, glancing occasionally at Dunk with an amusement and exasperation
Dunk:
Joong, this is amazing! Humans make such tasty food
Joong:
I told you
Dunk pauses for a moment, looking at Joong with a serious expression.
Dunk:
Joong, thank you for bringing me here. Youâre very kind
He looked away, hiding a small smile
Joong:
Just eat
Dunk finishes his meal, he leans back in his chair with a satisfied sigh, patting his stomach. Joong glances at him and shakes his head, standing up to pay the bill
Joong:
Letâs go before you find something else to distract you.
Dunk:
Okay Joong
They leave the restaurant, Dunk skipping slightly as he follows Joong, his bear swinging happily in his arms
Joong parks the car in an empty corner of the lot and pulls out the newly purchased phone and sim card. Dunk sits in the passenger seat, holding his bear plushie tightly, his eyes curiously watching Joongâs every move
Dunk:
Joong, what are you doing?
Joong:
Iâm putting this sim card in so my friends can contact me
Dunk:
Will you talk to them from this⦠thing?
Joong:
Yes
Dunk:
Really???
Before Joong can reply, the phone suddenly rings, the loud sound startling Dunk. He jumps in his seat, clutching the bear tightly
Dunk:
Oh! What was that?!
Joong:
Wait, Dunk. Itâs just the phone
Joong answers the call, his voice steady but hurried
Joong:
Yes, Pond. Iâm coming, just give me a bit more time
Dunk tilts his head, trying to make sense of Joongâs conversation. As Joong hangs up the call, Dunk looks at him intently
Dunk:
Where are you going, Joong?
Joong:
Listen, Dunk. Iâm taking you to my workplace, but you have to promise me something
Dunk:
What promise??
Joong:
Behave yourself. Donât cause any trouble. And most importantlyâ¦
he leans closer for emphasis
Joong:
Donât tell anyone about your moon story or anything related to it
Dunk:
Okay, I promise, Joong. Iâll be good
Joong leans back with a sigh of relief and starts the car, glancing at Dunk briefly
Joong:
Letâs hope you stick to that promise
He muttered under his breath
Dunk:
Donât worry, Joong. Iâll make you proud!
Joong shakes his head, he drive off toward his workplace
Joong and Dunk step out of the car and into the bustling parking lot of the building. Dunk clings to Joongâs arm, his innocent eyes scanning the towering structure.
Dunk:
Joong, is this your working place?
Joong:
Yes. Remember, donât say anything strange
They enter the building, a hush falls over the lobby. Every head turns to stare at Dunk. His delicate features and natural charm seem to radiate, captivating everyone around. Dunk notices the stares and leans closer to Joong
Dunk:
Joong⦠why are they staring at me? Did I do something wrong?
Joong:
Donât worry. Just stay close to me
Before Dunk can reply, Pond and Phuwin, both dressed in workout gear and chatting animatedly. Pondâs eyes widen when he spots Joong
Pond:
Hey, buddy! Phi Tha was asking for you. And wait-whoâs this? Isnât he the same boy?
Joong:
Yes, he is
Phuwin:
But how is he here?
Joong:
Itâs a long story. Donât ask right now
Dunk, oblivious to the tension, smiles warmly at them
Dunk:
Hello, I'm dunk
Dunkâs polite introduction settles, more actors step out of the gym. Force, who immediately notices the duo and approaches with a welcoming smile
Force:
Nong Joong! How are you? And whoâs this pretty boy?
Dunk:
Iâm Joongâs boyfriend, and Iâm from the village!
The room goes silent. Everyone looks at Joong with raised eyebrows, trying to process Dunkâs words. Joongâs face turns crimson
Joong:
No! No, phi! Heâs my friend. Just a friend.
He panicked
Dunk:
But Joong, you said Iâm a boy and your friend. That makes me your boyfriend!
Pond bursts out laughing, clutching his stomach, while Phuwin glares at him, crossing his arms
Pond:
Joong, your new friend is hilarious. I like him already!
Hitting him
Phuwin:
Mr. Naravit, behave yourself. Youâre with me. Have some shame!
Joong:
Dunk, come with me. Now.
Joong grabs Dunkâs wrist and pulls him away from the group, not wanting to leave him alone with anyone else. Dunk glances back, waving enthusiastically at Pond and the others
Dunk:
Nice to meet you all! Iâll see you later!
Joong and Dunk step into the sleek, modern office. The walls are lined with awards and photos of famous actors
Tha:
Oh Joong
Joong:
Why did you call me here?
Thaâs eyes shift to Dunk, who is standing slightly behind Joong
Tha:
Before that, tell me, who is this boy?
stepping forward with a smile
Dunk:
I'm-
Joong:
My friend!!
Tha narrows his eyes slightly, studying Dunkâs face as if trying to place him
Tha:
Hmm, okay, leave it.....I called you to inform you that you wonât be attending the fan meet with the other artists.
Joong:
What? Why not?
Tha:
Itâs simple. All the artists attending are couples. You, on the other hand, donât have a partner. So, youâre not going
Joong:
What about my fans? Have you even thought about them? Theyâve been waiting for me!
Tha:
Your fans will understand. The fan meet is for promoting pairs. Youâd just be out of place there
Dunk watches the exchange, his brows furrowed as he tries to piece together whatâs happening.
Without waiting for a response, Joong storms out of the office, slamming the door behind him. He doesnât realize that Dunk is still standing there, unsure of what to do
Dunk:
Umm...i should leave
Tha:
Wait. You... have you ever thought about working in cinema?
Dunk:
Cinema? What is that?
Tha:
What? Are you serious? Movies, acting... becoming an actor?
Dunk:
Oh! But I donât know how to do that
Before Tha can respond, the office door bursts open again. Joong strides in, his face a mix of frustration and panic. He sees Dunk standing with Tha and quickly grabs his wrist
Gritting his teeths
Joong:
Youâre coming with me.
Tha:
Hey! Wait, Joong. I was just-
Joong:
Donât even think about it
Dunk stumbles slightly as Joong pulls him out of the room
Dunk:
Joong, why are you so angry? I was just talking to him
Joong:
You donât need to talk to him. Ever
Dunk glances back at Tha, who watches them leave with an intrigued expression.