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

Eric was a bit startled when one of his employees abruptly shoved the tablet at him the second he arrived at the restaurant several minutes later, but he accepted it and glanced at the screen. He noticed the electronic delivery form so he checked to ensure that all of the ingredients he had ordered were accurate in terms of quantity and type.


“Have you made sure the ingredients are in good condition?”


The employee nodded. “Yes, Mr. Fong. Everything is good.”


“Okay,” Eric said before signing off on the electronic delivery form and returning the tablet to his employee. “Pass this back to the driver. Then get some of the guys in the kitchen to help you carry all of the ingredients inside.”


Chapter 22