Vegas POV
"Nop, how hard is it to get rid of a main family bodyguard without it becoming a problem?"
"Maybe not too hard..."
"Good "
"As long as...two requirements are met..."
"Which are...?"
"...not being Khun Tankhun's bodyguard or Pete's friend."
"..."
"Well, it's not the case, right? haha. Arm and Pol are good people. Arm helped a lot when Khun Vegas was unconscious. Such a loyal friend..."
Nop, you talk too much.
"Leave."
I ended up stabbing my 18th century desk with the knife that I was playing with my fingers.
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There were missed calls from Pete during the morning and afternoon. I decided not to answer him until late afternoon. It may be childish of me, but I decided to do to him what he did to me the night before. Then I returned home from the office to get ready.
"Can I go with you? I've never been in that kind of club before! Please!
"I don't think it's the ideal place for you, Macau"
"I promise I won't bother you. I promise!"
"Okay. But any sign of problem, you get out in a second, do you hear me? Nop and the other guys will be waiting outside".
"Cool! Thanks, Bro! I promise! Wow, is that true Phi Pete will be undercovered along Arm? I met Chay this morning at school.
"Pfft. A secret mission turned into student gossip."
"Don't be mad, Bro. I swear we were careful."
"He told me Arm is already quite different from his ordinary self...haha"
"Why?"
"Apparently crazy first cousin has done some kind of makeover on him and he is getting a lot of attention in the mansion. But I think he is quite an attractive guy already. I wonder what they have done with him. He must have been embarrassed...haha"
"You seem to know him quite well."
"Hmm. Arm helped to guard me when you were in the hospital. He is so clever and easygoing. He is quite fun. I like him a lot"
What? Even my little brother seems to have a crush on the guy?!
"How do you not know him well, brother? Phi and Arm are so close friends. They are always together..."
"...sure they are..."
How have I never paid attention to that before? I feel so stressed right now.
Pete POV
"Vegas?! You finally took my call!"
"What do you want? I'm busy."
"I'm sorry I haven't called you last night. I was really focused on a lot of matters...I..."
"That was pretty obvious."
"I'll repeat myself. I ended up sleeping in Arm's room when it was already dawn. We were studying all the documents you sent us...I already told you that. Do not misunderstand. Arm is my friend."
"A close friend, I know."
"Are you understanding what I'm saying?
"Are you finished?"
"Besides, we have a role to play tonight? You know that, right?"
"You do what you gotta do."
"Okay...I'll do that."
"If you're finished..."
"...fine then."
"Fine."
Jerk.
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Why does every time Vegas is pissed off, he behaves like that? Yelling at me non-stop or completely ignoring me. This time he has chosen to ignore me all day. He ignored all my calls. And when he finally answers, he's a complete asshole. He makes me so angry! Spoiled brat. I came to the gym to vent my frustration.
"Hey Pete. I've never seen you use kung fu moves before."
"Hi Porsche. Yes, I know a little. Angel is half chinese and usually fights kung fu. So I came to train it."
"Tankhun is after you like crazy."
"I can't go back on my decision, can I?"
...
"Khun Noo, we are running out of time..."
"Be patient, Pete! You cannot rush art. This shorter hair and styled bangs suit you better. Now, you guys move on to the makeup...fix the eyebrows...good...uh...not too much makeup...Pete has a natural pretty face...we just need enough to enhance his eyes and lips. A little highlighter on the cheeks too.
"Can I see it?"
"Wonderful! So, Pete, what do you think?"
Tankhun turned the chair for me to face the mirror, all excited.
"Wow, Pete! It's really good, man!" Pol was looking at me in awe.
"Is that me??? Is that really me? I don't recognize myself. It turned out really good, Khun Noo." I was admiring myself in the mirror. I don't think I've ever felt so handsome. Maybe when I was a kid and my aunts used to pinch my cheek and praise me.
"Now, let's get you dressed. You must really trust my fashion taste. Keep an open mind, Pete."
"No way! I'm sure some part of this outfit is missing. Is that leather pants?"
"Come here, Pete! Don't be such a crybaby. It will look great on you. You have a toned and lean body. Don't be so shy."
"I'm not leaving here dressing this. I'm going to freeze. And I'm not a girl."
"Geez, open your mind, Pete! It's the latest menswear trend! As I've said before, you have to value what you have! Not everyone has a body to dress something like this. People will admire and envy you tonight. Besides, I bet your hubby won't take his eyes off you. He will regret ever being with other people." Tankhun winked at me.
Hmm...that idiot really should value me more instead of ignoring me all day.
"Okay. I'll do it. Give me this suit."
"Hey, guys! Khun Kinn, Porsche, Kim and Chay have already leaved to the club."
"Wow, Arm. You look amazing! Where's my friend?" Pol was amazed.
"I'm a fashion genius" Tankhun was proud of himself.
"I brought this jewelry. These are copies of what Angel usually uses, as you asked Khun Noo"
"Good job, Arm". What a stylish guy, that Tianshi. Pete, wear this cross-shaped earring on your left ear. And this little diamond earring on the right side. Get this ring and this interesting necklace."
Tankhun passed me the jewelry through the dressing room door.
"Oh...how much stuff! Is that the special necklace, Arm?
"That's right, Pete. Be careful".
"Now it's your turn, Pete. Get out of that dressing room."
"Okay...just give me a minute to get the courage." It's so embarrassing...Vegas bite marks on my lower belly are still visible. I can't hide them. Fuck. After some reluctance, I got out of the dressing room.
"Oh my God! You look stunning, Pete!" Everyone looked at me in wonder. Tankhun's eyes were teary looking at his masterpiece.
"What are those marks on your belly? Is that a bite? Ugh, don't even tell me."
Vegas, you bastard! I wanted to bury myself in shame.
"That looks so sexy, anyway. Savage, huh?" Tankhun teased me.
"You look like an idol, Pete!" Pol added.
"Like Tianshi himself" Arm nodded.
I looked at myself in awe in the mirror. Khun Noo, you really kept your word! I've never imagined that one day in my life I would look so handsome...so sexy. As sexy as Vegas, but in a different way. My natural cute and innocent feature has matched well with this daring fashionable look. I look like an angel...a dark angel.
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