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

“I’m John, and my friend here is—”


“Johannes,” Benjamin cut John off midsentence. “I know who you are. I’m here to help you cross over to the other side.”


Johannes glared at Benjamin. “What makes you think that we want to do that?”


Benjamin shrugged. “I really don’t care about either of you, but for your information, if the two of you remain on the mortal plane for an extended period of time, there’s a good chance that you may become evil spirits. After that, one of the grim reapers will have to vanquish both of you.”


“That’s fine,” John retorted. “The grim reaper will have to capture us first. In the meantime, Johannes and I plan to have so much fun right here on the mortal plane.”


“Okay then, but if the two of you mutate into evil spirits, I hope you will have no regrets when the grim reaper comes for you.”


Chapter 28