In the quiet twilight of the day, Than approached Nil with a decisive announcement."Nil, I've spoken to my homeowner, and he's agreed. Today, you can shift there."A sincere gratitude resonated in Nil's voice as he replied, "Thank you for doing this for me, Than.""It was my duty to help you," Than humbly responded. "So, you don't need to thank me, okay?"With a hesitant tone, Nil inquired, "Ummm yeah, and can I shift there after a few days?"Than, displaying a gentle understanding, advised, "See Nil, I know you're very close to them, but it's time to move on. Besides, you can still meet them after the shift. So, as a friend, I suggest you come out.""Maybe you're right," Nil admitted. "But can you help me? I don't have much stuff, just a few clothes.""Nilll, you don't need to ask me; it would be my pleasure," Than assured him.As the shooting concluded, Than and Nil made their way to the cafe. Despite Stranger's persistent calls, Than ignored them. Curiosity lingering, Than turned to Nil and asked, "Nil, can I ask you something?""Go on," Nil encouraged."Are you in a relationship with P.Kao?" Than inquired.A prolonged silence enveloped Nil before he finally confessed, "Yeah, we're in a relationship. He proposed to me last night.""Omggg Nil, you're so lucky!" Than exclaimed.Amidst their conversation, Stranger's repeated attempts to contact Nil went unanswered. Than observed the missed calls and prompted Nil to respond."Nil, can I ask you something?" Than questioned once more."Just go on," Nil replied.Stranger's call finally connected, and Nil apologized for missing it."Hlww, Stranger, I'm sorry; my phone was silent. So, I..." Nil began, but Stranger cut him off."Nil, it's okay. Maybe you were very busy," Stranger reassured."Hmm, but the shooting ended early. Now I'm in the car with Than; he's dropping me at the cafe. After that, I'm going to shift," Nil explained."Okay, fine. I have a meeting now. Please message me your new address," Stranger requested, a hint of jealousy evident in his voice, and promptly ended the call."Hlww... hlww... Stranger," Nil attempted to reestablish contact, but there was no response."What happened?" Than inquired."Hmm, nothing," Nil dismissed the concern.As Than and Nil reached the cafe, Nil bid farewell to everyone. Hugs were exchanged, and tears were wiped away. Nil promised to return every Sunday and reassured them that leaving wasn't goodbye."If you cry so much, dark rankles will come under your beautiful eyes. Then, no one would like you except Techno," Nil teased Merry."No way," Merry retorted."Even I will not," added Techno."Nil left him. You tell me, can we come to see you?" Merry inquired."Always. I'm not going to leave all of you so easily. Every Sunday, I will come here," Nil promised.With his belongings in hand, Nil made his way to the new place. Stranger, engrossed in a meeting, but couldn't consecrate in anything. Stranger found himself lost in thoughts about Nil, prompting a sudden decision."Shian, please manage everything today. I have to go somewhere," Stranger instructed.Shian, bewildered, questioned, "Kao, where are you going? And how will I manage... Kao!"Without uttering a word, Stranger left the office. Upon reaching his destination, he discovered Than already assisting Nil in cleaning the room. The apartment, modest in size with two bedrooms, one kitchen, three bathrooms, two balconies, and a dining room, was the focus of their efforts. Though Stranger felt the urge to explode, he contained himself and addressed Than."Than, you should go and take a rest now. I will help Nil."Than, visibly shocked, hesitated, "Ummmm...""Yes, Than," Nil affirmed, "Stranger is right. You should go and take some rest. We will manage.""Are you sure?" Than inquired.With a stern tone, Stranger asserted, "Pretty sure."Reluctantly, Than retreated to his apartment. Alone with Nil, Stranger couldn't help but express his possessiveness."Why didn't you call me? I could have helped you," he demanded.Nil, with a playful smile, teased, "Is my boyfriend jealous?""No," protested Stranger. "I am 'The Kao Neptune.' I can't be jealous of anyone.""Don't lie. You were jealous," Nil insisted."I said no," replied Stranger, blinking his eyes. "Something, something."Nil found his response adorable, remarking, "Ooo, so cute. You know, I always prayed to God to send someone who would be possessive for me, who cares for me. And today, I got you, 'The Kao Neptune.'"Stranger, slowly approaching Nil, questioned, "Really?""Ah, stop being romantic and do what you came here for," Nil playfully retorted.As they romantically cleaned the house, hunger struck both of them. Stranger planned to order food through Food Panda, but Nil intervened."You should take care of yourself. Consistently eating outside foods can hamper your health," Nil advised.Stranger questioned, "Do you really think so much of my health?""It's not that," Nil clarified. "But as I have to live with you lifelong, it's my duty to take care of your health."In a soft tone, Stranger remarked, "Really, you'll be with me lifelong?"Nil, holding his hand, replied, "Even after death. I won't leave you.""Let's not talk about death. We live together and die together," Stranger suggested."Okay, fine. I don't know when we will die, but if we don't eat, we will die now. So, let me cook," Nil said.Stranger asked, "May I also help you?"Nil agreed, and together they ventured into the kitchen, with Stranger assisting in the culinary preparations.In the heart of the kitchen, Nil embarked on the enchanting task of crafting Khichdi, a beloved Indian rice dish. Handing Stranger a medley of vegetables—cauliflower, carrot, onion, garlic, and green chilies—Nil observed in awe as Stranger adeptly sliced through them. A surprised smile graced Nil's lips, "Oh my god, who knew the CEO of 'Neptune Musics' was so skilled in the culinary arts?"Glancing at Nil, Stranger smirked, "Soo, I'm used to it..." Nil found himself captivated, unable to shift his gaze from Stranger, a blend of love and respect coloring his expression. This Stranger was different—affectionate, nurturing, and remarkably down-to-earth.Stranger revealed, "For three years, I was in a boarding school, where we had to assist the chef in the kitchen. So, I got used to it. Eventually, I fell in love with cooking, aspiring to create various cuisines. But after my dad passed away..." A sudden pallor overcame Stranger's face. Nil instinctively embraced him from behind, placing a gentle kiss on his back. A smile broke across Stranger's face, and Nil spoke with love and gratitude, "Thank you, Stranger, for sharing that with me. I want to know everything about you."As the vegetables were finally prepared, Nil took a pressure cooker, adding rice, oil, turmeric powder, salt, lentil seeds, and the freshly cut vegetables onto the stove. Stranger, watching Nil in fascination, grabbed him from the waist with a smirk, "So, what about dessert?"Nil, arms encircling Stranger's neck, teased, "What dessert would you like?"Stranger brushed his thumb against Nil's tender lips, saying, "Maybe one kiss will be enough for now."As their eyes locked, leaning in for a kiss, the pressure cooker began to ring, interrupting the impending moment. After a few minutes, the meal was ready, and they sat at the table. Nil served Stranger first.Witnessing this, Stranger made a face and inquired, "Nilll, what's this?"Encouragingly, Nil responded, "Don't make that face; it's very healthy. In Bangladesh, my mom used to make this for me, and it was my favorite afternoon dish. Believe me, Stranger, you're going to love it."Astounded, Stranger questioned, "Ahh, I wish to greet her one day."Nil smiled, "Hmmm..."Mumbling to himself, Stranger remarked, "Maybe, seeing such food in front of oneself, no one's head will be right."Meeting his gaze, Nil asked, "Did you say something?"Quickly denying, Stranger replied, "No, no. I'm just eagerly waiting to eat."As Stranger savored the dish, Nil observed him, eventually asking, "How's that?"With a casual response, Stranger said, "Fine."Playfully, Nil retorted, "Not just fine," prompting giggles from Stranger.Stranger admitted, "Nil, I was just kidding. It's very tasty..."Excitedly, Nil inquired, "Really?""Yeah," Stranger affirmed.Stranger then served Nil, and in the midst of the meal, a grain of rice clung to the side of Nil's lips. With a gentle touch, Stranger pointed it out, and in an unexpected turn, he slowly moved in to clean it, leading to an intimate kiss. The passion deepened as Stranger's tongue explored Nil's mouth, their hands entwined in each other's hair.Their romantic moment, however, was abruptly halted as Than entered Nil's apartment. Both Nil and Stranger, startled, broke their kiss. Nil's cheeks were flushed, and Stranger's ears tinged with red, their hair in disarray. Together, they presented a captivating and disheveled sight—a breathtakingly hot mess.