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

“All right. Here goes nothing,” Eric muttered under his breath after he burned the strand of hair.


He observed curiously as the fire consumed the hair in its entirety, and he had to relinquish his hold on it or risk injuring himself. Then he was taken aback when he felt something invisible tugging at him from within. Without being fully aware of it, he started making his way somewhere. It was as if something unknown was leading him toward a particular destination. He wasn’t being forcefully dragged against his will, but it felt a little uncomfortable because he didn’t have a choice. He had to walk without really knowing where he would be heading to.


Chapter 31