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

“H-hey, Ben. Uh, nice evening. G-glad to see you again.”


Benjamin smirked, obviously catching on that Eric was frightened. Then Eric heard the sound of the bell tinkling. He gasped under his breath in sheer relief when the customers suddenly looked away from him and focused on the food and drinks in front of them instead.


“Have a seat anywhere. I’ll be right with you.”


It took only a moment before Benjamin approached Eric’s table and sat on the chair across from him. “So, you’re back.”


“No,” Eric replied immediately, and he was embarrassed when Benjamin raised both eyebrows, certainly calling him out on his lie. “Okay. Maybe a little.”


Eric huffed. “More than a little. Satisfied?”


Benjamin snickered before he cocked his head at the container that Eric was grasping tightly in his hands. “What’s that?”


Chapter 24