Eric Fong’s relationship with his family hasn’t been great ever since he came out of the closet, but he owns a dim sum restaurant that’s quite successful, and he’s happy at least one aspect of his life is proceeding smoothly. Granted, his life would have been much better if he had a boyfriend because then he wouldn’t feel quite as lonely. However, overall, he’s satisfied with his life.<br><br>Benjamin Wen is the owner of The Crossroads Diner. Eric thinks Benjamin is cute, and something about the owner of the diner is intriguing. Most importantly, Benjamin prepares food that tastes identical to the ones Eric’s late maternal grandmother used to make for him. There are other aspects of the diner, such as the strange customers who gawk at Eric and only stare at their food and drinks instead of enjoying them, that he considers to be fascinating. He visits the diner night after night, hoping to solve the mysteries behind its existence. Along the way, he finds himself falling for Benjamin. But Benjamin is hiding quite a few secrets from him. Things Benjamin seems unwilling to reveal.<br><br>Can Eric and Benjamin’s relationship survive in spite of the secrets? Or are they destined to go their separate ways?

The Crossroads Diner

There were some other cars on the road, and it was miraculous enough that Robby didn’t crash into any of them as he continued to navigate his vehicle in his drunken state. He didn’t even stop when the traffic light turned red. After that, a huge truck slammed onto the side of Robby’s car. Benjamin observed passively as Robby’s vehicle literally flew toward an enormous tree about twenty feet away. Benjamin shook his head in disgust. He now knew how Robby’s life had expired. He was about to break the magical connection between him and Robby when he felt something warm surging through him from head to toe. This rarely occurred, but he knew what it meant. There must be something else to Robby’s story that Benjamin needed to know.


Chapter 14