As Techno entered the room, a spark of excitement lit up Nil's eyes. Rising from the bed with eager anticipation, Nil's joy was abruptly interrupted by a sudden twinge of pain in his back, prompting an involuntary exclamation."Arghh... ouch."Concern etched across their faces, both Techno and Stranger swiftly approached, gently guiding Nil back to the comfort of the bed. A wry grin played on Nil's lips as he reassured them."You're both worrying me for no reason, I'm fine."Stranger, however, remained silent, fixing a penetrating gaze upon Nil. Addressing Techno with a sense of urgency, Stranger made a request."Techno, you please stay with Nil for a while. Achara has been out for a long time, her phone doesn't ring. Le..."Meeting Stranger's gaze, Techno offered a reassuring smile."Don't worry, Kao. I'm here."With that, Stranger wordlessly exited the room, leaving Nil. Nil called out his name, yet Stranger remained indifferent, not bothering to cast a glance in Nil's direction.Feeling a pang of disappointment, Nil turned to Techno, questioning with a sense of frustration."Why did he do that? He didn't even look at me when he left."Techno, however, redirected the inquiry."First tell me, why did you do that?"A defensive tone crept into Nil's response."Heyy, what did I do, Techno."With a subtle sigh, Techno confronted him."It's your worst habit, you do everything but don't want to admit it."Head bowed, Nil grappled with his own thoughts as Techno continued, a reassuring hand on Nil's neck."Nil, you should understand. Kao is just here for you, leaving all his work behind so that you get well soon. And what're you doing, you're not paying any attention to yourself."A moment of realization swept over Nil, prompting a sincere apology."I'm sorry..."Techno, maintaining a compassionate gaze, urged him further."Nil, you should apologize to Kao..."With lowered eyes, Nil complied."Hmmm..."Shifting the atmosphere, Techno diverted their focus."Well, leave it all that, look what I've bought for you."Meanwhile, Ms. Nin waited on the sofa for Stranger, knowing deep down he wouldn't be coming home that day. Hours passed with a fixed gaze on the door, but no one appeared. Frustration mounting, she impulsively threw a glass of water to the floor.Placing a hand on her head, she sighed deeply and declared with determination."I will not let my son ruin his life. Now I have to do something."Lava's desperation hung thick in the air as she turned to Shian for answers."Where is Kao?" Her voice carried a tinge of urgency, a hint of unease.Shian's response was curt, matter-of-fact. "You act as though you're unaware."Lava's irritation was palpable in her sharp reply. "Of course, I know exactly where he is, away from that Nil."Shian, offering a pointed look, questioned her motives. "Then why seek my counsel needlessly?"Unfazed by the dismissal, Lava persisted. "Why the hostility in your words?"Without dignifying her with a response, Shian exited the conversation, leaving Lava simmering in a state of rage.After a while, Kulap sought out Lava, relaying a message."Shian sir asked you to come down now."Lava, adopting a bossy tone, questioned the summons."Why would he call me? He just goes out of here."Kulap responded with urgency, "The police came down, they want to interrogate us."With that information, Kulap left, leaving Lava to grapple with the unexpected turn of events.As news of the police's arrival reached Lava, her throat tightened, a wave of anxiety washing over her. Summoning every ounce of composure, she descended the stairs, finding a solemn assembly of employees standing in line. With trepidation, she joined the queue, her nerves palpable.As the police approached for interrogation, a direct question was posed to her."I heard you're in love with The Kao Neptune. And we heard you don't like actor Nil."A heavy sigh escaped her lips as she struggled to compose herself."I do not understand what you're talking about."Inspector Wirat, wearing a subtle smile, responded with a hint of skepticism."I don't think your memory is so weak. Let's forget it; you will remember everything later."With those words, they departed from 'Neptune Musics,' slipping into a waiting car. Inside, Inspector Wirat conferred with his constable."We have to keep an eye on this girl."And with that directive, they drove away, leaving a lingering air of uncertainty. Achara and Than found themselves seated on a weathered bench, engrossed in conversation about the enigmatic figure known simply as Stranger.As the two spoke, Stranger silently approached, casting a subtle presence over them. Unbeknownst to Achara and Than, he stood behind, an observer veiled in the shadows."I can never fathom your brother," remarked Than, his words laced with curiosity. "How can one exude such an icy demeanor?"Achara's response was swift, a warning in her tone, "Than, tread carefully. Speak ill of him at your peril.""I've said nothing amiss," Than defended. "In Nil's company, he's amiable, but the moment Nil departs, your brother regards me as though I'm a feast he's contemplating."Stranger remained a silent sentinel, hands folded, a silent witness to the intricacies of the conversation.Achara fixed her gaze upon Than, a hint of defiance in her eyes. "My brother is not the way you perceive him."Than, unmoved, countered, "Achara, you remain blind to your brother's flaws."In a sharp retort, Achara warned, "Much has transpired. Utter another word against him, and no one shall harbor greater wrath than I, Thannnn."With a scoff, Than lamented, "Oh, always the defender of the lovely trio – Brother, Nil, and yourself. And where do I fit in? The villain, of course. I half-expect your brother to pop up right now, booming in his deep voice, 'Achara, retreat!''A deep, resonant voice interrupted, "Acharaa, go inside."Startled, they turned to find Stranger, now bearded, his presence commanding attention. Achara swiftly obeyed, leaving Stranger to fix his gaze upon Than. The air hung heavy as Achara disappeared inside.Than, humbled, lowered his eyes, hand on his head, and stammered, "Ahh, P.Kao, I believe Nil summons me."He retreated, leaving Stranger standing alone, a silent figure with a lowered head, the weight of unspoken truths lingering in the air.