At the stroke of 10:00 pm, an unexpected visitor intruded upon the stillness of the office, beckoning Nil with an urgent call. Nil, attentive to the unexpected intrusion, answered the call with curiosity in his voice.Stranger, "Where do I find you at this hour? Are you still nestled within the confines of your home?"Nil, with a hint of intrigue, "No...there are lingering legal formalities, so Than and I are en route to the studio."Stranger, somewhat reproachful, "Than again? It might be time for you to invest in your own vehicle."Nil, with candor, "You understand, my financial stability is not yet steadfast, but I promise, after my new project, things will change."Stranger, conceding with a hint of impatience, "Alright, fine. Just grant me five minutes."Nil, mildly skeptical, "Are you suggesting you can traverse the distance in five minutes? Your office is a good 20 minutes away from my flat."Stranger, cryptic yet determined, "Just wait..."Abruptly, the distant sound of a car horn pierced the conversation, prompting Nil to step onto the balcony. There, amidst the darkness, a vivid red car gleamed, and its owner signaled Nil to descend.Beneath the veil of night, a scarlet-hued car materialized outside Nil's flat, an unexpected gift from Stranger, a symbol of liberation from waiting—no longer for Stranger, especially not for Than.With a sense of wonder, Nil acknowledged the crimson car waiting below.Stranger, asserting a newfound freedom, "It's yours now. No need to wait for the next project or the one after."Nil, grappling with the extravagant gesture, "Accepting such a pricey gift is beyond me."Stranger, with a touch of emotional weight, "You must. You claimed me as yours, so everything of mine is yours. Refusing this makes me question your commitment."Nil, succumbing to the emotional pressure, "Fine, I accept this."Stranger, affectionately, "That's my pretty baby."Nil, pushing back, "Don't call me baby..."A wistful smile played upon Stranger's lips as the call concluded, leaving an electric buzz of anticipation hanging in the air until Nil emerged from the apartment. Than, drawn by the unexpected scene, approached with a curious tilt of his head. "Nil, what's all this? Who's the generous sender?"Nil, with a flicker of hesitation, disclosed the sender's identity. "Stann... and P.Kao."Than, his voice touched with a note of reverence, remarked, "You're fortunate indeed. That's the latest, highly coveted model. P.Kao must hold you in quite high esteem."Nil, deftly diverting the conversation, replied, "Perhaps. But we shouldn't dally any longer."Agreeing with a nod, they made their way to the studio, navigating through the labyrinth of legal formalities. As they concluded their business, Nil shared his intentions for the evening with Than. "I'll be hosting a dinner gathering tonight. I'm going to invite Mary and Techno..."Than, with a hint of caution in his tone, advised, "Very well, but tread carefully."Nil stepped into the cafe, reminiscing about the early days. Techno and Merry greeted him warmly, reliving cherished moments. He extended personal invitations to Uncle Tham, Techno, Merry, and others. Lava, informed by Shian, learned of the dinner and insisted on joining. Stranger, foreseeing a change in her demeanor after Nil's stern warning, reluctantly agreed to bring her along.In the evening, Stranger arrived at Nil's place to lend a helping hand. Amidst preparations, he attempted to infuse romance, caressing Nil's hands and whispering sweet sentiments.Stranger, with a soft tone: "We've shared countless nights, yet your touch still feels warm and new. What magic have you cast on me?"Nil, deflecting with humor, "Your sweet talk won't fill our guests' stomachs."A gentle push interrupted the moment.Stranger, "Nil, you killed my romance today."As Than arrived, Stranger privately mused, "I can't endure him around..."Nil, curious, "Did you say something?"Stranger, denying, "Nope."Guests arrived one by one—Director Kim, the cast, Than, Uncle Tham, Techno, Merry—filling the space with familiar faces. Meanwhile, Shian and Lava made their entrance, adding a new dynamic to the gathering.Upon laying eyes on her, Stranger's countenance darkened, a subtle storm brewing beneath the surface.Fury painted Nil's features, his face flushed with the intensity of his emotions. Guiding Stranger away from prying eyes, Nil demanded, "Why did you invite her?"Stranger countered, "I invited Shian, not Lava. I had no idea she would show up."Silence lingered as Nil processed the revelation. Stranger broke the quiet, "I know you harbor animosity toward her, but she acknowledged her mistake. We're childhood friends; she admitted to having feelings for me and lost control in the moment."A tense "..." was all Nil could manage.Seeking to soothe the brewing storm within Nil, Stranger ventured, "Nil, it's merely insecurity or jealousy. I've felt the same when I've seen Than."Nil's anger flared, "How could you? Than never proposed to me in front of you. Yet, she proposed to my boyfriend before my eyes, and you're comparing her to Than. Unbelievable, Stranger."Stranger, attempting to mend the fraying ties, gently encircled Nil's face. "Nilll, okay, fine. I'll go and ask her to leave, alright? You're the most important person to me."As Stranger moved towards Lava, Nil clung tightly to him. "No, she's your guest. I'm sorry if I said anything wrong."Stranger, tenderly kissing Nil's head, inquired, "Are you sure?"A smile played on Nil's lips as he met Stranger's gaze. Relief flooded through Stranger.Lava, sensing the tension, broke into a sly smile and remarked, "I sense P.Nil isn't thrilled by my presence."Nil, muttering to himself, admitted, "Yeah, I don't like that fairy little... individual."Stranger, detecting the undertone, inquired, "Did you say something?"Nil, feigning innocence, responded, "Nope."With a gracious smile, Nil extended a welcome to both Shian and Lava. The latter, however, seemed poised to seize any opportunity to diminish Nil. Amidst the revelry, laughter, and dancing, the atmosphere buzzed with entertainment. As dinner was announced, everyone gathered around the dining table adorned with a plethora of mouth-watering Thai delicacies.Nil excused himself and made his way to the kitchen. Than, sensing an opportunity to assist, decided to join him.Stranger, observing their departure, felt a twinge of jealousy. Lava, perceptive to Stranger's emotions, sensed his discomfort with the bond between Nil and Than. Subtly, she made her way to the kitchen, intent on unraveling the dynamics between the trio.